How much is the bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton?

The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton start at R 291. The average price for this route is around R 462. 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 Standerton?

The average bus journey time from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton is 5h 25m, covering a distance of 316 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 25m and is operated by Intercape .

Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Standerton route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton at 09:55. And the latest bus departs at 11:50.

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

A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton produces an estimated 8 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 Standerton?

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 Standerton?

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 Standerton?

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 Standerton?

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 Standerton from R 263 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:55	PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201	6h 20m	16:15	Sizabantu Cafe and Take Aways, Next to Walter Sisulu Dr, R546, 2430	Cheapest
Bus	11:50	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	5h 25m	17:15	Sizabantu Cafe and Take Aways, Next to Walter Sisulu Dr, R546, 2430	Fastest
Bus	11:50	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	5h 25m	17:15	Sizabantu Cafe and Take Aways, Next to Walter Sisulu Dr, R546, 2430	No tags
Bus	11:50	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	5h 25m	17:15	Sizabantu Cafe and Take Aways, Next to Walter Sisulu Dr, R546, 2430	No tags

Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:55	PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201	6h 20m	16:15	Sizabantu Cafe and Take Aways, Next to Walter Sisulu Dr, R546, 2430	Cheapest
Bus	11:50	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	5h 25m	17:15	Sizabantu Cafe and Take Aways, Next to Walter Sisulu Dr, R546, 2430	Fastest
Bus	11:50	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	5h 25m	17:15	Sizabantu Cafe and Take Aways, Next to Walter Sisulu Dr, R546, 2430	No tags
Bus	11:50	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	5h 25m	17:15	Sizabantu Cafe and Take Aways, Next to Walter Sisulu Dr, R546, 2430	No tags

Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:55	PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201	6h 20m	16:15	Sizabantu Cafe and Take Aways, Next to Walter Sisulu Dr, R546, 2430	Cheapest
Bus	11:50	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	5h 25m	17:15	Sizabantu Cafe and Take Aways, Next to Walter Sisulu Dr, R546, 2430	Fastest
Bus	11:50	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	5h 25m	17:15	Sizabantu Cafe and Take Aways, Next to Walter Sisulu Dr, R546, 2430	No tags
Bus	11:50	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	5h 25m	17:15	Sizabantu Cafe and Take Aways, Next to Walter Sisulu Dr, R546, 2430	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:34 PM SAST.

Get from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 291, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

5h 25mAverage duration

316 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544 510 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Users have reported that the bus was clean and the driver provided a friendly service, contributing to an enjoyable travel experience. However, there were mentions of delays affecting the scheduled arrival time.

Intercape Mainliner Pietermaritzburg Standerton recent customer reviews

The bus was on time, the bus driver and his assistant were friendly. During the trip we were asked if we were still fine. I really enjoyed the trip, and will definitely use this mode of transport again.

Sizakele R.

22 September 2025

The buses toilet flooded the pathway and the heaters didn't work the whole way. This now being in winter sucked!

Rasciel B.

10 June 2025

The bus was clean. The driver was very friendly and drove very well. Overall I enjoyed my trip

Leonie S.

20 May 2025

Intercity Xpress

3/511 287 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton 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 Standerton?
The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton start at R 291. The average price for this route is around R 462. 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 Standerton?
The average bus journey time from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton is 5h 25m, covering a distance of 316 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 25m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Standerton route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton?
The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton at 09:55. And the latest bus departs at 11:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton?
A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton produces an estimated 8 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 Standerton?
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 Standerton?
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 Standerton?
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 Standerton?
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

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R 263

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R 263

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R 263

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R 544

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R 347

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The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 263

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

You can expect to pay from R 263 to R 684 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 263, which is on 2025-12-16.

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.