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Bus Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg: Trip Overview
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Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg Bus
Busbud helps you find a bus from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.
We make sure you can find a bus service from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.
From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.
Where are the popular stops in Pietermaritzburg and Johannesburg?
Frequently asked questions on the trip Pietermaritzburg - Johannesburg
How much does the Pietermaritzburg Johannesburg coach trip cost?
For coach travel from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg, ticket prices typically start at US$15 and can reach a maximum of US$62. These prices can change depending on factors like the date, the class and the coach company you choose. To get accurate and up-to-date pricing information, check out all your options on our search tool.
How long is the coach ride from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg?
The average duration for a trip from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg by coach is around 6h 40m. The fastest coach journey typically takes 4h 55m. Please be aware that the time it takes for your journey may vary depending on the traffic conditions along the route.
When is the first coach from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg?
The first departure to Johannesburg is at 00:10. Keep in mind that departure times might change on weekends and holidays.
How far is Johannesburg from Pietermaritzburg by coach?
The distance between Pietermaritzburg and Johannesburg by coach is approximately 276 miles (445 km).
Is there a way to reach Johannesburg from Pietermaritzburg without flying?
You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$14 to US$47 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$14, which is on 2025-06-02.
Usually BIGTREE, MAINLINER will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
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Bus Travel Tips
Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Pietermaritzburg and Johannesburg!
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg, get comfy and count the stars.
Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
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Popular Buses Connecting Pietermaritzburg
Buses Leaving from Pietermaritzburg
- Bus from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein
- Coach Pietermaritzburg - Durban
- Bus Pietermaritzburg - Port Elizabeth
- Pietermaritzburg - Mthatha
- Bus from Pietermaritzburg to East London
- Coach Pietermaritzburg - Ladysmith
- Bus Pietermaritzburg - Pretoria
- Pietermaritzburg - Cape Town
- Bus from Pietermaritzburg to Empangeni
- Coach Pietermaritzburg - Midrand
- Bus Pietermaritzburg - Harrismith
- Pietermaritzburg - Bethlehem
- Bus from Pietermaritzburg to Umzimkulu
- Coach Pietermaritzburg - Pinetown
- Bus Pietermaritzburg - Vereeniging
Buses Going to Pietermaritzburg
- Bus from Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg
- Coach Cape Town - Pietermaritzburg
- Bus Bloemfontein - Pietermaritzburg
- Durban - Pietermaritzburg
- Bus from Mthatha to Pietermaritzburg
- Coach Richmond - Pietermaritzburg
- Bus Welkom - Pietermaritzburg
- Midrand - Pietermaritzburg
- Bus from Richards Bay to Pietermaritzburg
- Coach Vereeniging - Pietermaritzburg
- Bus East London - Pietermaritzburg
- Potchefstroom - Pietermaritzburg
- Bus from Pinetown to Pietermaritzburg
- Coach Centurion - Pietermaritzburg
- Bus Bloemhof - Pietermaritzburg
Popular Buses Connecting Johannesburg
Buses Leaving from Johannesburg
- Bus from Johannesburg to Pretoria
- Coach Johannesburg - Harare
- Bus Johannesburg - Kimberley
- Johannesburg - Gaborone
- Bus from Johannesburg to Richards Bay
- Coach Johannesburg - Bulawayo
- Bus Johannesburg - Butterworth
- Johannesburg - Nelspruit
- Bus from Johannesburg to Queenstown
- Coach Johannesburg - Newcastle
- Bus Johannesburg - Matatiele
- Johannesburg - Hoedspruit
- Bus from Johannesburg to Polokwane
- Coach Johannesburg - King William’s Town
- Bus Johannesburg - Lusikisiki
Buses Going to Johannesburg
- Bus from Midrand to Johannesburg
- Coach Lenasia - Johannesburg
- Bus Lenasia South - Johannesburg
- Klerksdorp - Johannesburg
- Bus from Centurion to Johannesburg
- Coach Springs - Johannesburg
- Bus George - Johannesburg
- Nelspruit - Johannesburg
- Bus from Pretoria to Johannesburg
- Coach Queenstown - Johannesburg
- Bus Postmasburg - Johannesburg
- Mount Frere - Johannesburg
- Bus from Kuruman to Johannesburg
- Coach Kimberley - Johannesburg
- Bus Flagstaff - Johannesburg
Popular routes in this country
- Bus from Cape Town to Mthatha
- Coach Johannesburg - Mthatha
- Bus Bloemfontein - Johannesburg
- Pretoria - Cape Town
- Bus from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg
- Coach Johannesburg - Bloemfontein
- Bus Johannesburg - Port Elizabeth
- Johannesburg - Pietermaritzburg
- Bus from East London to Cape Town
- Coach East London - Johannesburg
- Bus Cape Town - East London
- Johannesburg - East London
- Bus from Cape Town to Pretoria
- Coach Queenstown - Cape Town
- Bus Pietermaritzburg - Johannesburg
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