How much is the bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay?

The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay start at R 334. The average price for this route is around R 501. 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 Richards Bay?

The average bus journey time from Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay is 4h 25m, covering a distance of 189 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 25m and is operated by Intercape .

Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 05:35.

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

A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay from R 395 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay on 8 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:35	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	4h 25m	10:00	Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade	Cheapest
Bus	05:35	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	4h 25m	10:00	Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade	Fastest
Bus	05:25	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	4h 50m	10:15	Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade	No tags

Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:35	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	4h 25m	10:00	Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade	Cheapest
Bus	05:35	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	4h 25m	10:00	Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade	Fastest
Bus	05:35	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	4h 25m	10:00	Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade	No tags

Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:35	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	4h 25m	10:00	Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade	Cheapest
Bus	05:35	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	4h 25m	10:00	Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade	Fastest
Bus	05:25	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	4h 50m	10:15	Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade	No tags
Bus	05:25	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	4h 50m	10:15	Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade	No tags
Bus	05:25	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	4h 50m	10:15	Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade	No tags

Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:25	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	4h 50m	10:15	Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade	Cheapest
Bus	05:35	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	4h 25m	10:00	Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade	Fastest
Bus	05:35	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	4h 25m	10:00	Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade	No tags
Bus	05:35	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	4h 25m	10:00	Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Richards Bay. The journey takes about 4 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 334, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

4h 25mAverage duration

189 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 334 - R 996	Average duration4h 25m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average priceR 412 - R 865	Average duration4h 25m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544 330 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

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.

12 October 2025

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.

31 May 2025

The toilets where absolutely disgusting and no toilet paper on the entire trip... woman are not catered for at all

Michelle F.

4 November 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay 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 Richards Bay?
The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay start at R 334. The average price for this route is around R 501. 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 Richards Bay?
The average bus journey time from Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay is 4h 25m, covering a distance of 189 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 25m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay?
The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 05:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay?
A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

04/12

R 366

05/12

R 409

Today

R 490

07/12

R 400

08/12

R 400

09/12

R 410

10/12

R 410

11/12

R 427

The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay was searched and found on 04 Dec 2025 with a price of R 366

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

You can expect to pay from R 366 to R 767 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 R 400, which is on 2025-12-07.