How much is the bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Colesberg?

The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Colesberg start at R 652. The average price for this route is around R 1 064. 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 Colesberg?

The average bus journey time from Pietermaritzburg to Colesberg is 12h 55m, covering a distance of 525 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 12h 55m and is operated by Intercape .

Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Colesberg route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Colesberg?

The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Colesberg at 11:15. And the latest bus departs at 11:15.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Colesberg?

A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Colesberg produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus Pietermaritzburg to Colesberg from R 593 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Colesberg on 31 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:15	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	12h 55m	00:10	Colesberg - Engen 1 stop (N1)	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Colesberg on 1 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:15	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	12h 55m	00:10	Colesberg - Engen 1 stop (N1)	Cheapest
	Bus	11:15	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	12h 55m	00:10	Colesberg - Engen 1 stop (N1)	Fastest

Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Colesberg on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:15	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	12h 55m	00:10	Colesberg - Engen 1 stop (N1)	Cheapest
Bus	11:15	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	12h 55m	00:10	Colesberg - Engen 1 stop (N1)	Fastest
Bus	11:15	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	12h 55m	00:10	Colesberg - Engen 1 stop (N1)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 3:00 PM SAST.

Get from Pietermaritzburg to Colesberg

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 12 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 652, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

12h 55mAverage duration

525 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Pietermaritzburg and Colesberg?

Stops in Pietermaritzburg

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Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Intercape Office, 269 Burger St, Pietermaritzburg, 3201, South Africa
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Stops in Colesberg

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Colesberg - Engen 1 stop (N1)
Engen One Stop N1, Colesberg, Northern Cape, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545 773 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Based on 45773 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. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at R 652

ZA bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pietermaritzburg to Colesberg 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 Colesberg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Colesberg start at R 652. The average price for this route is around R 1 064. 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 Colesberg?
The average bus journey time from Pietermaritzburg to Colesberg is 12h 55m, covering a distance of 525 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 12h 55m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Colesberg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Colesberg?
The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Colesberg at 11:15. And the latest bus departs at 11:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Colesberg?
A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Colesberg produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

28/01

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29/01

R 1 885

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31/01

R 1 466

01/02

R 1 776

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R 1 529

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The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Colesberg was searched and found on 31 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 466

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 R 1 466 to R 1 885 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 R 1 466, which is on 2026-01-31.