Users generally appreciated the friendly and helpful attitude of the bus drivers, with some mentioning specific instances where staff went out of their way to assist passengers. The buses were noted for being comfortable overall. However, there were consistent mentions of delays in arrival times due to various reasons such as road works or accidents encountered during travel.
Intercape Mainliner Pietermaritzburg East London recent customer reviews
Bus had a puncture and we waited long for it to be fixed. Initially the bus was supposed to arrive in East London at 7.30pm but by that time we were still in Umtata
1 out of 5 stars
Koliswa G.
Very bad experience, travelled for the whole,12 hours, bus breakdown in Mzimkhulu
1 out of 5 stars
Wanda L.
There was nothing enjoyable. Bus broke from Kokstad to about 15km to Mthatha. Luckily there was another one after us so we were asked to take our bags and occupy it. When we got at Umthatha, we had to occupy another bus for the second time now. First bus airconditioner was working, 2nd and 3rd bus was not.
Users have reported that while the pickup was punctual, there were delays in both departure and arrival times. Despite these timing issues, one user described their trip as great overall.
Big Sky Pietermaritzburg East London recent customer reviews
Firstly I love Big Sky bus as it has comfortability of seating space for legs and reclining chair to rest .Drivers though need to develop a more better attitude towards passengers .They have no mannerism of addressing a passenger .Secondly the bus arrived extremely late causing a very difficult experience as myself and 4 females stood outside as the depo closed.Timing is not of accuracy
2 out of 5 stars
Naeema B.
The trip was great, just that the bus arrived very late at the departure point, The bus was scheduled to depart at 11:25 pm, but we ended up departing around 00:00-00:30 am
4 out of 5 stars
Sanele N.
The toilet was smelly i was a bit scared since we had one driver from PMB to kokstad the atmosphere was lovely nice and warm or cool when needed
Based on 9226 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound South Africa ticket prices on this trip start at R 434
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pietermaritzburg to East London 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 East London?
The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to East London start at R 413. The average price for this route is around R 684. 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 East London?
The average bus journey time from Pietermaritzburg to East London is 9h 50m, covering a distance of 446 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 15m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to East London route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to East London?
The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to East London at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to East London?
A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to East London produces an estimated 11 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 East London?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3118 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Pietermaritzburg to East London?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Pietermaritzburg to East London?
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 East London?
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.
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The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to East London was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 400
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to East London as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 400 to R 1 736 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to East London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 452, which is on 2025-12-16.
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The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to East London was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 400
