Find coaches from Pietermaritzburg to Colesberg

Next departures

Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Colesberg on 3 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercape Mainliner
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Colesberg - Engen 1 stop (N1)Cheapest
Intercape Mainliner
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Colesberg - Engen 1 stop (N1)Fastest
Intercape Mainliner
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Colesberg - Engen 1 stop (N1)No tags

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Get from Pietermaritzburg to Colesberg

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The journey takes about 12 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
12h 55mAverage duration
525 kmDistance
13kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Pietermaritzburg to Colesberg: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$38
Average bus trip duration12h 55m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure11:15
Distance524 km

Pietermaritzburg to Colesberg Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Pietermaritzburg - Colesberg

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

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

    The average travel time between Pietermaritzburg and Colesberg is around 12h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 12h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 525 km that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of buses from Pietermaritzburg to Colesberg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Colesberg by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Pietermaritzburg to Colesberg?

    When taking the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Colesberg, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
29/10
US$31
30/10
US$28
Today
US$30
01/11
US$32
02/11
US$32
03/11
US$49
04/11
No data
05/11
US$32
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Colesberg was searched and found on 30 Oct 2025 with a price of US$28

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

You can expect to pay from US$28 to US$57 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Colesberg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$32, which is on 2025-11-01.

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Bus Travel Tips

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Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Pietermaritzburg to Colesberg 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?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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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