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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street | Cheapest | |||||
| Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street | Fastest | |||||
| Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street | No tags | |||||
 | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street | No tags | |||||
| Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Pietermaritzburg to Paarl
We recommend taking the busAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Paarl. The journey takes about 22 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just US$45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceUS$45 - US$102 | Average duration22h 25m | 29kg CO₂e | ||
Shuttle | Average priceUS$54 - US$106 | Average duration1d 2h | 36kg CO₂e |
Bus Pietermaritzburg to Paarl: Trip Overview
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Based on 43453 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at US$45
Intercape Pietermaritzburg Paarl recent customer reviews
The toilet was soon bad and their force me to pay for my bag because it heavy
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Pietermaritzburg to Paarl Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Pietermaritzburg - Paarl
How far is Paarl from Pietermaritzburg by coach?
The journey from Pietermaritzburg to Paarl by coach covers an approximate distance of 728 miles (1174 km).
Is there a way to reach Paarl from Pietermaritzburg without flying?
To travel from Pietermaritzburg to Paarl without flying, you can take the coaches. 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 might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Paarl was searched and found on 31 Oct 2025 with a price of US$41To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Paarl as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$41 to US$57 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Paarl based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$41, which is on 2025-10-31.
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Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Pietermaritzburg to Paarl will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.
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The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
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