Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | ESTCOURT - MIDWAY MOTORS, LOWLANDS ROAD, ESTCOURT | PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201 | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Midway Shell Garage, N3, Estcourt | PIETERMARITZBURG | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Midway Caltex Motors/Garage - Lowlands Road | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Midway Caltex Motors/Garage - Lowlands Road | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Midway Caltex Motors/Garage - Lowlands Road | PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:08 PM SAST.
Get from Estcourt to Pietermaritzburg
The journey takes about 1 hour 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 238, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Estcourt to Pietermaritzburg by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Estcourt to Pietermaritzburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Estcourt to Pietermaritzburg start at R 238. The average price for this route is around R 502. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Estcourt to Pietermaritzburg?
The average bus journey time from Estcourt to Pietermaritzburg is 1h 5m, covering a distance of 79 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 50m and is operated by Luvalo Brothers Transport.
Which bus companies service the Estcourt to Pietermaritzburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, Citiliner, Luvalo Brothers Transport, Greyhound South Africa.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Estcourt to Pietermaritzburg?
The earliest bus departs from Estcourt to Pietermaritzburg at 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Estcourt to Pietermaritzburg?
A bus trip from Estcourt to Pietermaritzburg produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Estcourt to Pietermaritzburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Luvalo Brothers Transport, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 63 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Estcourt to Pietermaritzburg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Luvalo Brothers Transport has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.1.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Estcourt to Pietermaritzburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Luvalo Brothers Transport, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Estcourt to Pietermaritzburg?
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.
The cheapest trip from Estcourt to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 232To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Estcourt to Pietermaritzburg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 232 to R 1 579 for a bus ticket from Estcourt to Pietermaritzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 264, which is on 2025-12-21.
Usually Citiliner 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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