How much does a bus ticket from Butterworth to Pietermaritzburg cost?

The bus ticket price from Butterworth to Pietermaritzburg starts at R 401. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Butterworth to Pietermaritzburg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Butterworth to Pietermaritzburg?

The average travel time between Butterworth and Pietermaritzburg is around 7h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 371 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Butterworth and Pietermaritzburg?

The number of buses from Butterworth to Pietermaritzburg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Butterworth to Pietermaritzburg by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Butterworth to Pietermaritzburg?

When taking the bus from Butterworth to Pietermaritzburg, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, Greyhound South Africa, Big Sky.

Bus Butterworth to Pietermaritzburg from R 358 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Butterworth to Pietermaritzburg on 5 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:55	Butterworth	7h 40m	07:35	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Cheapest
02:05	Butterworth	7h 40m	09:45	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Fastest
02:05	Butterworth	7h 40m	09:45	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
16:30	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	8h 55m	01:25	PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre	No tags
02:05	Butterworth	7h 40m	09:45	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags

Next departures from Butterworth to Pietermaritzburg on 6 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
02:05	Butterworth	7h 40m	09:45	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Cheapest
02:05	Butterworth	7h 40m	09:45	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Fastest
02:05	Butterworth	7h 40m	09:45	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
16:30	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	8h 55m	01:25	PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre	No tags
23:55	Butterworth	7h 40m	07:35	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags

Next departures from Butterworth to Pietermaritzburg on 7 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:50	Butterworth	8h 5m	00:55	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Cheapest
02:05	Butterworth	7h 40m	09:45	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Fastest
02:05	Butterworth	7h 40m	09:45	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
16:30	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	8h 55m	01:25	PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre	No tags
02:05	Butterworth	7h 40m	09:45	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags

Next departures from Butterworth to Pietermaritzburg on 8 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:55	Butterworth	7h 40m	07:35	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Cheapest
02:05	Butterworth	7h 40m	09:45	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Fastest
02:05	Butterworth	7h 40m	09:45	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
16:30	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	8h 55m	01:25	PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre	No tags
02:05	Butterworth	7h 40m	09:45	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags

Next departures from Butterworth to Pietermaritzburg on 9 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:50	Butterworth	8h 15m	00:05	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Cheapest
02:05	Butterworth	7h 40m	09:45	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Fastest
02:05	Butterworth	7h 40m	09:45	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
15:50	Butterworth	8h 15m	00:05	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
16:30	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	8h 55m	01:25	PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre	No tags

Next departures from Butterworth to Pietermaritzburg on 10 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:50	Butterworth	8h 15m	00:05	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Cheapest
02:05	Butterworth	7h 40m	09:45	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Fastest
02:05	Butterworth	7h 40m	09:45	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
15:50	Butterworth	8h 15m	00:05	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
16:30	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	8h 55m	01:25	PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre	No tags

Next departures from Butterworth to Pietermaritzburg on 11 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:55	Butterworth	7h 40m	07:35	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Cheapest
02:05	Butterworth	7h 40m	09:45	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Fastest
02:05	Butterworth	7h 40m	09:45	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
16:30	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	8h 55m	01:25	PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre	No tags
02:05	Butterworth	7h 40m	09:45	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:22 PM SAST.

Get from Butterworth to Pietermaritzburg

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 401, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

7h 40mAverage duration

371 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Butterworth, ZA to Pietermaritzburg: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceR 576

Average bus trip duration7h 40m

Number of daily buses3

Earliest bus departure02:05

Distance371 km

Latest bus departure23:55

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/543 559 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Users have expressed appreciation for the warmth provided by the heater during a night bus journey, contributing to an enjoyable experience. However, there was some dissatisfaction due to delays without prior notification.

Intercape Mainliner Butterworth Pietermaritzburg recent customer reviews

Very bad… the bus was 2 hours late and there was no communication at all from the company. Imagine there’s no shelter whatsoever in Butterworth fir passengers, Ines life is at extreme risk.

Milani M.

8 April 2025

I am very dissapointed! Intercape service is very POOR, my bus was suppose to deputure at 23H55 but it arrived at 01H40am and depured at 02H00 , it was too bad for me to wait for long and please drivers must keep the aircons on.

Siphiwe S.

7 January 2025

I didn't enjoy the delay of a bus without telling us other wise I enjoyed a lot

Thandiwe V.

29 June 2025

Greyhound South Africa

3/59 076 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

Big Sky

3.5/52 915 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

Based on 2915 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at R 401

Big Sky Butterworth Pietermaritzburg recent customer reviews

I did enjoy the ride with Big Sky, the seats were comfortable and there was a heater and I was satisfied with the service

Aphile C.

16 July 2024

Bus arrived very late I had to make another transport arrangements

Sphesihle M.

4 October 2025

Driving was fine and comfortable but problem is the late arrival...

Nkomo P.

26 June 2024

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

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Where are the popular stops in Butterworth and Pietermaritzburg?

Stops in Butterworth

A - Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street

Stops in Pietermaritzburg

A - Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)

Frequently asked questions on the trip Butterworth, ZA - Pietermaritzburg

How much does a bus ticket from Butterworth to Pietermaritzburg cost?
The bus ticket price from Butterworth to Pietermaritzburg starts at R 401. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Butterworth to Pietermaritzburg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Butterworth to Pietermaritzburg?
The average travel time between Butterworth and Pietermaritzburg is around 7h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 371 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Butterworth and Pietermaritzburg?
The number of buses from Butterworth to Pietermaritzburg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Butterworth to Pietermaritzburg by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Butterworth to Pietermaritzburg?
When taking the bus from Butterworth to Pietermaritzburg, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, Greyhound South Africa, Big Sky.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

02/11

R 372

03/11

R 360

Today

R 425

05/11

R 547

06/11

R 606

07/11

R 547

08/11

R 633

09/11

R 358

The cheapest trip from Butterworth, ZA to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on 09 Nov 2025 with a price of R 358

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

You can expect to pay from R 358 to R 1 055 for a bus ticket from Butterworth, ZA to Pietermaritzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 358, which is on 2025-11-09.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Butterworth to Pietermaritzburg.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Butterworth to Pietermaritzburg, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Butterworth to Pietermaritzburg will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Butterworth to Pietermaritzburg while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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