- Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay buses
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![]() | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade | Cheapest | |||||
![]() | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade | Fastest | |||||
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![]() | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade | No tags | |||||
![]() | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Richards Bay. The journey takes about 4 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | ||
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Average Price$22 - $52 | Average Duration4h 25m | 5kg CO₂e | ||
Shuttle | Average Price$25 - $46 | Average Duration4h 25m | 6kg CO₂e |
Bus Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay: Trip Overview
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Users have shared positive feedback about the service, highlighting punctuality and the convenience of charging devices onboard. However, there are some suggestions for improvement regarding communication when buses run late and comfort on smaller buses for taller passengers. Overall, customers seem satisfied with their travel experience.
Intercape Mainliner Pietermaritzburg Richards Bay recent customer reviews
Enjoyed their service just for them to make sure to reassure their customers when their bus is late… Thanks
Misokuhle L.
I enjoyed the trip. My only gripe is that when we changed buses the small bus was uncomfortable for me as I am tall.
Zamokuhle M.
The toilets where absolutely disgusting and no toilet paper on the entire trip... woman are not catered for at all
Michelle F.
Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay Bus
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You can expect to pay from $15 to $40 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $15 which is on 2025-10-23.
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Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Pietermaritzburg and Richards Bay!
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay, get comfy and count the stars.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay.
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Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.
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