How much is the bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Margate?

The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Margate start at R 305. The average price for this route is around R 483. 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 Margate?

The average bus journey time from Pietermaritzburg to Margate is 3h 40m, covering a distance of 133 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 20m and is operated by Intercity Xpress .

Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Margate route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Intercity Xpress , Intercape .

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

The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Margate at 03:00. And the latest bus departs at 15:00.

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

A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Margate produces an estimated 3 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 Margate?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 44309 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Pietermaritzburg to Margate?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Pietermaritzburg to Margate?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape , with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Pietermaritzburg to Margate?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Pietermaritzburg to Margate from R 294 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Margate on 10 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	15:00	PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201	3h 50m	18:50	Shelly Beach, Marine Dr.	Cheapest
	Bus	14:50	PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201	3h 20m	18:10	Shelly Beach, Marine Dr.	Fastest

Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Margate on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:00	PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201	3h 50m	18:50	Shelly Beach, Marine Dr.	Cheapest
Bus	14:50	PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201	3h 20m	18:10	Shelly Beach, Marine Dr.	Fastest
Bus	03:40	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	4h 5m	07:45	Margate - Hibiscus Mall	No tags
Bus	03:00	PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201	3h 30m	06:30	Shelly Beach, Marine Dr.	No tags
Bus	03:40	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	4h 5m	07:45	Margate - Hibiscus Mall	No tags

Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Margate on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:00	PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201	3h 50m	18:50	Shelly Beach, Marine Dr.	Cheapest
Bus	14:50	PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201	3h 20m	18:10	Shelly Beach, Marine Dr.	Fastest
Bus	03:40	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	4h 5m	07:45	Margate - Hibiscus Mall	No tags
Bus	03:00	PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201	3h 30m	06:30	Shelly Beach, Marine Dr.	No tags
Bus	03:40	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	4h 5m	07:45	Margate - Hibiscus Mall	No tags

Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Margate on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:00	PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201	3h 50m	18:50	Shelly Beach, Marine Dr.	Cheapest
Bus	14:50	PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201	3h 20m	18:10	Shelly Beach, Marine Dr.	Fastest
Bus	03:40	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	4h 5m	07:45	Margate - Hibiscus Mall	No tags
Bus	03:00	PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201	3h 30m	06:30	Shelly Beach, Marine Dr.	No tags
Bus	03:40	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	4h 5m	07:45	Margate - Hibiscus Mall	No tags

Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Margate on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:00	PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201	3h 50m	18:50	Shelly Beach, Marine Dr.	Cheapest
Bus	14:50	PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201	3h 20m	18:10	Shelly Beach, Marine Dr.	Fastest
Bus	03:40	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	4h 5m	07:45	Margate - Hibiscus Mall	No tags
Bus	03:00	PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201	3h 30m	06:30	Shelly Beach, Marine Dr.	No tags
Bus	03:40	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	4h 5m	07:45	Margate - Hibiscus Mall	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:41 PM SAST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Pietermaritzburg to Margate

We recommend taking the shuttle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the shuttle stands out as a good way to reach Margate. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 334, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2shuttle per day

3h 30mAverage duration

140 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 305 - R 1 121	Average duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average priceR 334 - R 730	Average duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Intercity Xpress

3/511 201 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

Based on 11201 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. Intercity Xpress ticket prices on this trip start at R 324

Intercity Xpress Pietermaritzburg Margate recent customer reviews

I was so disappointed. I booked the bus from Pietermaritzburg for my grandchildren but the bus didn't arrive. No one bothered to let us know that the bus is not there anymore. They had to be put on another bus that took them to Durban and they had to wait for another bus to take them to Shelly beach. Instead of arriving in day light they only arrived long after 20h00

Makosazane Nombuso C.

21 December 2024

Great friendly driver,but bus was late by a hour.Some sort of display for customers to track bus in office would be nice

Ryan F.

28 March 2024

Intercape

3.5/544 397 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Based on 44397 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at R 305

Intercape Pietermaritzburg Margate recent customer reviews

The bus driver of bus 8119 was playing loud RNB music from PMB right until Margate. And he would turn up the volume at other times & sing out loud this was a bus I took at 3AM imagine sitting through hours of loud music in the early morning. I was very unsatisfied and he had an attitude when asked by passengers to turn down the music!

Luthando G.

8 June 2023

The bus was supposed to leave pmb at 14:55 and it left 2 hours later

Tandile M.

28 March 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pietermaritzburg to Margate, ZA 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 Margate?
The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Margate start at R 305. The average price for this route is around R 483. 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 Margate?
The average bus journey time from Pietermaritzburg to Margate is 3h 40m, covering a distance of 133 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 20m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Margate route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Intercity Xpress, Intercape.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Margate?
The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Margate at 03:00. And the latest bus departs at 15:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Margate?
A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Margate produces an estimated 3 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 Margate?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 44309 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Pietermaritzburg to Margate?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Pietermaritzburg to Margate?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Pietermaritzburg to Margate?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

08/12

R 295

09/12

R 294

Today

R 294

11/12

R 294

12/12

R 377

13/12

R 294

14/12

R 294

15/12

R 296

The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Margate, ZA was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 294

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

You can expect to pay from R 294 to R 994 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Margate, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 294, which is on 2025-12-14.

Usually Intercape 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.