Find coaches from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein

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Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Big Sky
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)Cheapest
Intercape Mainliner Express
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)Fastest
Intercape Mainliner
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)No tags
Big Sky
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)No tags
Intercape Mainliner
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)No tags

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Get from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein

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The journey takes about 10 hours, and with fares starting at just US$32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
10hAverage duration
409 kmDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$43
Average bus trip duration10h
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure11:15
Distance408 km
Latest bus departure21:20

Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Pietermaritzburg - Bloemfontein

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein cost?

    The bus ticket price from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein starts at US$32. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein 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!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein?

    The average travel time between Pietermaritzburg and Bloemfontein is around 10h, although the fastest bus will take about 9h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 410 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Pietermaritzburg and Bloemfontein?

    The number of buses from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein 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 Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein?

    When taking the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, 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
28/10
US$23
29/10
US$24
Today
US$28
31/10
US$28
01/11
US$26
02/11
US$26
03/11
US$26
04/11
US$35
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein was searched and found on 28 Oct 2025 with a price of US$23

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

You can expect to pay from US$23 to US$57 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$26, which is on 2025-11-01.

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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Bus Travel Tips

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein, get comfy and count the stars.

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

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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