Many users appreciated the comfortable and pleasant experience with Intercape, highlighting friendly staff and timely arrivals. However, some reviews mentioned issues like non-functional charging ports, cleanliness concerns in certain buses, occasional delays of about an hour at destinations or stops along the way. Despite these minor setbacks, overall satisfaction remains high among travelers.
The experience was wonderful and drivers were very accommodating, just that we arrived 1 hour past the scheduled arrival time.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Lungelo Z.
Decent trip, very comfortable, but just too many random stops on the side of the freeway which were unannounced, the bus was also almost an hour late to arrive at the destination, seemed as though the driver was also not making a effort to speed up a bit more to reach the destination on time
3.0 out of 5 stars
Siphumelele N.
I miss to land in Bloemfontein and I end up at Colesburg no help I didn't hear drivers announcement at the back seat
Intercape Megaliner offers 2 daily buses from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein. Though the average price for this trip is R 1 314, you can find tickets starting at R 753. The trip between the two cities usually takes about 10 hours 12 minutes.
Based on 16014 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Intercity Xpress ticket prices on this trip start at R 360
Trip was great just driver only stopped once on a very long journey he didn't make a break and by passed Montrose one needs breaks to stretch either than that all was good
Based on 5000 reviews, the company was rated 2.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained about the Wi-Fi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at R 522
According to customer reviews, Greyhound bus service has received negative feedback regarding staff inefficiency and poor communication. Customers have also complained about frequent delays, breakdowns, and long travel times. Additionally, there have been reports of damaged luggage and a lack of facilities for elderly passengers. Despite these issues mentioned in multiple reviews, some customers still appreciate other aspects of the service provided by Greyhound buses.
The bus was 4 hours late. My mother is 71 and there are no facilities for her to wait. Very bad service
1.0 out of 5 stars
Jessica H.
The bus from pietermartzburg to bloemfontein delayed for 4hrs and when it finally arrived it had cocoroches inside and very poor service from the stuff. I will never travel with greyhound citiliner again
5.0 out of 5 stars
Sinamile N.
Worst case experiences bus was late, no communication, bus breakdown and trip took 14 hrs. Ridiculous
Based on 4652 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at R 277
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein 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 Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein?
The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein start at R 255. The average price for this route is around R 701. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein?
The average bus journey time from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein is 10h, covering a distance of 409 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 30m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein?
The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein at 11:15. And the latest bus departs at 21:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein?
A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein produces an estimated 10.206100000000001 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 Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein?
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 50496 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein?
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.
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R 472
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R 493
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R 534
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R 555
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R 554
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R 552
21/10
R 584
The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein was searched and found on 14 Oct 2026 with a price of R 472
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 R 472 to R 930 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 R 552, which is on 2026-10-20.
Usually Big Sky 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.
The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein was searched and found on 14 Oct 2026 with a price of R 472
