How much is the bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Kestell?

The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Kestell start at R 548. The average price for this route is around R 730. 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 Kestell?

The average bus journey time from Pietermaritzburg to Kestell is 4h 20m, covering a distance of 218 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 20m and is operated by Big Sky .

Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Kestell route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Kestell at 19:50. And the latest bus departs at 19:50.

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

A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Kestell produces an estimated 5 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 Kestell?

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 Kestell?

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 Kestell?

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 Kestell?

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 Kestell from R 623 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Kestell on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:50	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	4h 20m	00:10	Nagenoeg Filling Station	No tags
Bus	19:50	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	4h 20m	00:10	Nagenoeg Filling Station	No tags
Bus	20:50	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	4h 20m	01:10	Nagenoeg Filling Station	No tags
Bus	19:50	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	4h 20m	00:10	Nagenoeg Filling Station	No tags
Bus	19:50	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	4h 20m	00:10	Nagenoeg Filling Station	No tags

Get from Pietermaritzburg to Kestell

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 548, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

4h 20mAverage duration

218 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Big Sky

3.5/53 179 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

Intercape

3.5/544 547 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pietermaritzburg to Kestell 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 Kestell?
The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Kestell start at R 548. The average price for this route is around R 730. 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 Kestell?
The average bus journey time from Pietermaritzburg to Kestell is 4h 20m, covering a distance of 218 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 20m and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Kestell route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Big Sky, Intercape.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Kestell?
The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Kestell at 19:50. And the latest bus departs at 19:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Kestell?
A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Kestell produces an estimated 5 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 Kestell?
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 Kestell?
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 Kestell?
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 Kestell?
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 Kestell was searched and found on 19 Dec 2025 with a price of R 623

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

You can expect to pay from R 623 to R 689 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Kestell based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 623, which is on 2025-12-19.