How much is the bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Riversdale?

The cheapest coach tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Riversdale start from £36. The average price for this route is around £37. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Pietermaritzburg to Riversdale?

The average bus journey time from Pietermaritzburg to Riversdale is 22h 25m, covering a distance of 618 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 22h 25m and is operated by Intercape .

Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Riversdale route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Big Sky .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Riversdale?

The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Riversdale at 08:25. And the latest bus departs at 17:10.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Riversdale?

A bus journey from Pietermaritzburg to Riversdale produces an estimated 25 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Pietermaritzburg to Riversdale?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky , with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Pietermaritzburg to Riversdale?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Pietermaritzburg to Riversdale?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky , with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Pietermaritzburg to Riversdale?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky , with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Bus Pietermaritzburg to Riversdale from £31 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Riversdale on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	20h 50m	05:00	Shell Garage, N2 (next to Spur)	No tags
Bus	17:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	22h 25m	15:35	Shell Garage, N2 (next to Spur)	No tags
Bus	08:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	20h 50m	05:00	Shell Garage, N2 (next to Spur)	No tags
Bus	17:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	22h 25m	15:35	Shell Garage, N2 (next to Spur)	No tags
Bus	08:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	20h 50m	05:00	Shell Garage, N2 (next to Spur)	No tags

Get from Pietermaritzburg to Riversdale

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 22 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just £36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

22h 25mAverage duration

618 milesDistance

25kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Pietermaritzburg and Riversdale?

Stops in Pietermaritzburg

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Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Intercape Office, 269 Burger St, Pietermaritzburg, 3201, South Africa
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Stops in Riversdale

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Shell Garage, N2 (next to Spur)
Shell Garage, N2 (next to Spur), 6 N2, Riversdale, 6670, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544,097 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Big Sky

3.5/53,067 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

ZA Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Pietermaritzburg to Riversdale, ZA

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

How much is the bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Riversdale?
The cheapest coach tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Riversdale start from £36. The average price for this route is around £37. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Pietermaritzburg to Riversdale?
The average bus journey time from Pietermaritzburg to Riversdale is 22h 25m, covering a distance of 618 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 22h 25m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Riversdale route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Riversdale?
The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Riversdale at 08:25. And the latest bus departs at 17:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Riversdale?
A bus journey from Pietermaritzburg to Riversdale produces an estimated 25 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Pietermaritzburg to Riversdale?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Pietermaritzburg to Riversdale?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Pietermaritzburg to Riversdale?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Pietermaritzburg to Riversdale?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Riversdale, ZA was searched and found on 29 Nov 2025 with a price of £31

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

You can expect to pay from £31 to £39 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Riversdale, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £31, which is on 2025-11-29.

Usually Big Sky, Intercape 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.