Bus from Pietermaritzburg to Kokstad: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Kokstad on 28 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercape MainlinerBus
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Engen (Mount Currie Inn), KokstadCheapest
Big SkyBus
    Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Engen (Mount Currie Inn), KokstadFastest
    Intercape MainlinerBus
    Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Engen (Mount Currie Inn), KokstadNo tags
    Big SkyBus
      Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
      Engen (Mount Currie Inn), KokstadNo tags
      Citiliner PlusBus
      PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre
      Kokstad - Wimpy Bar, off the R56, KokstadNo tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Today at 16:15 SAST.

      Get from Pietermaritzburg to Kokstad

      This route is served by bus only

      The journey takes about 3 hours, and with fares starting at just £10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      18bus per day
      3hAverage duration
      88 milesDistance
      4kgCO₂ emissions

      Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Pietermaritzburg to Kokstad

      Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

      1. How much is the bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Kokstad?

        The cheapest coach tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Kokstad start from £10. The average price for this route is around £21. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the bus journey from Pietermaritzburg to Kokstad?

        The average bus journey time from Pietermaritzburg to Kokstad is 3h, covering a distance of 88 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 35m and is operated by APM WC.

      3. Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Kokstad route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Eagle Liner, APM WC, Intercity Xpress, Big Tree, Big Sky, Citiliner, Delta Coaches, Luvalo Brothers Transport, Greyhound South Africa.

      4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Kokstad?

        The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Kokstad at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Kokstad?

        A bus journey from Pietermaritzburg to Kokstad produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

      6. Which is the best bus company from Pietermaritzburg to Kokstad?

        According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Luvalo Brothers Transport, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 62 reviews.

      7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Pietermaritzburg to Kokstad?

        Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Citiliner has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.2.

      8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Pietermaritzburg to Kokstad?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Luvalo Brothers Transport, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

      9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Pietermaritzburg to Kokstad?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Citiliner, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

      Find cheapest prices for buses

      Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

      Best price found
      25/11
      £17
      26/11
      £15
      Today
      £15
      28/11
      £15
      29/11
      £15
      30/11
      £15
      01/12
      £19
      02/12
      £17
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Kokstad was searched and found on 26 Nov 2025 with a price of £15

      To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Kokstad as early as possible.

      You can expect to pay from £15 to £57 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Kokstad based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £15, which is on 2025-11-28.

      Usually Big Sky, Citiliner 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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