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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2) | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 17:33 SAST.
Get from Somerset West to Pietermaritzburg
The journey takes about 1 day, 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just £43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 43864 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 £43
Intercape Somerset West Pietermaritzburg recent customer reviews
The bus had to many 15 minutes stops. At night the driver almost caused an accident, he never came up to explain to us what happened. He just carried on with driving. In addition, the bus was supposed to arrive in Pietermaritzburg at 9h35 am . However, that was not the case we arrived at 15h30 pm.
Nomvelo J.
Nothing enjoyed.bus arrived very late.delayed about 4 hours
Chumani L.
Was very bad trip the driver was reckless and unfriendly
Nkosinathi Simon C.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Somerset West to Pietermaritzburg
How far is Pietermaritzburg from Somerset West by coach?
The journey from Somerset West to Pietermaritzburg by coach covers an approximate distance of 744 miles (1199 km).
Is there a way to reach Pietermaritzburg from Somerset West without flying?
To travel from Somerset West to Pietermaritzburg without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Somerset West to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on 23 Nov 2025 with a price of £49To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Somerset West to Pietermaritzburg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £49 to £61 for a bus ticket from Somerset West to Pietermaritzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £49, which is on 2025-11-23.
