Find coaches from Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth

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Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercape Mainliner
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Intercape Office, 336 Cape RdCheapest
Intercape Mainliner
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Intercape Office, 336 Cape RdFastest
Big Sky
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)No tags
Intercape Mainliner
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)No tags
Big Sky
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)No tags

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Get from Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth

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The journey takes about 13 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
13h 55mAverage duration
665 kmDistance
17kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$47
Average bus trip duration13h 55m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure08:25
Distance664 km
Latest bus departure18:10

Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Pietermaritzburg - Port Elizabeth

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth cost?

    The bus ticket price from Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth starts at US$33. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth?

    The average travel time between Pietermaritzburg and Port Elizabeth is around 13h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 13h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 662 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Pietermaritzburg and Port Elizabeth?

    The number of buses from Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth?

    When taking the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, Big Sky.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
28/10
US$29
29/10
US$44
Today
US$29
31/10
US$24
01/11
US$32
02/11
US$32
03/11
US$36
04/11
US$29
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth was searched and found on 31 Oct 2025 with a price of US$24

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

You can expect to pay from US$24 to US$53 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$24, which is on 2025-10-31.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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