How much is the bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Humansdorp?

The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Humansdorp start at R 827. The average price for this route is around R 1 114. 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 Humansdorp?

The average bus journey time from Pietermaritzburg to Humansdorp is 16h 25m, covering a distance of 723 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 16h 25m and is operated by Big Sky .

Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Humansdorp route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Big Sky .

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

The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Humansdorp at 08:25. And the latest bus departs at 17:10.

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

A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Humansdorp produces an estimated 18 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 Humansdorp?

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 Humansdorp?

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 Humansdorp?

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 Humansdorp?

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.

Bus Pietermaritzburg to Humansdorp from R 915 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Humansdorp on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	16h 20m	00:30	Humansdorp - Engen Garage, 20 Voortrekker Road	No tags
Bus	17:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	16h 25m	09:35	Humansdorp - Engen Garage, 20 Voortrekker Road	No tags
Bus	08:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	16h 20m	00:30	Humansdorp - Engen Garage, 20 Voortrekker Road	No tags
Bus	17:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	16h 25m	09:35	Humansdorp - Engen Garage, 20 Voortrekker Road	No tags
Bus	08:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	16h 20m	00:30	Humansdorp - Engen Garage, 20 Voortrekker Road	No tags

Get from Pietermaritzburg to Humansdorp

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 16 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 827, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

16h 25mAverage duration

723 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Pietermaritzburg and Humansdorp?

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 Humansdorp

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Humansdorp - Engen Garage, 20 Voortrekker Road
Engen Garage,, 20 Voortrekker Rd., Humansdorp, 6300, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544 570 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Big Sky

3.5/53 180 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pietermaritzburg to Humansdorp 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 Humansdorp?
The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Humansdorp start at R 827. The average price for this route is around R 1 114. 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 Humansdorp?
The average bus journey time from Pietermaritzburg to Humansdorp is 16h 25m, covering a distance of 723 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 16h 25m and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Humansdorp route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Humansdorp?
The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Humansdorp at 08:25. And the latest bus departs at 17:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Humansdorp?
A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Humansdorp produces an estimated 18 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 Humansdorp?
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 Humansdorp?
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 Humansdorp?
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 Humansdorp?
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.

Best price found

14/12

R 765

15/12

R 709

Today

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18/12

R 917

19/12

R 915

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The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Humansdorp was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 709

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

You can expect to pay from R 709 to R 1 334 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Humansdorp based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 915, which is on 2025-12-19.

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.