Bus from Pietermaritzburg to Grahamstown: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Grahamstown on 27 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercape MainlinerBus
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst StreetCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 19:08 SAST.

Get from Pietermaritzburg to Grahamstown

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 12 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just €34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
12h 20mAverage duration
551 kmDistance
14kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Pietermaritzburg to Grahamstown

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 Grahamstown?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Grahamstown start from €34. The average price for this route is around €40. 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 Grahamstown?

    The average bus journey time from Pietermaritzburg to Grahamstown is 12h 20m, covering a distance of 551 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 11h 55m and is operated by Intercape.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Grahamstown at 08:25. And the latest bus departs at 18:10.

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

    A bus journey from Pietermaritzburg to Grahamstown produces an estimated 14 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 Grahamstown?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 45626 reviews.

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

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

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

    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.

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

    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

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

Best price found
24/01
€55
25/01
€59
Today
€55
27/01
€74
28/01
€52
29/01
€47
30/01
€47
31/01
€47
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Grahamstown was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of €47

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

You can expect to pay from €47 to €95 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Grahamstown based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €47, which is on 2026-01-29.

Usually 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.

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