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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Pietermaritzburg | TSOLO | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Tsolo - Next to Magristrate Court | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Tsolo - Next to Magristrate Court | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Tsolo - Next to Magristrate Court | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201 | Kwa Tsolo | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 1:16 PM SAST.
Get from Pietermaritzburg to Tsolo
The journey takes about 5 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 389, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pietermaritzburg to Tsolo 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 Tsolo?
The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Tsolo start at R 389. The average price for this route is around R 762. 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 Tsolo?
The average bus journey time from Pietermaritzburg to Tsolo is 5h 15m, covering a distance of 247 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 50m and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Tsolo route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Big Tree, Luvalo Brothers Transport.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Tsolo?
The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Tsolo at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Tsolo?
A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Tsolo produces an estimated 6 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 Tsolo?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Luvalo Brothers Transport, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 63 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Pietermaritzburg to Tsolo?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Luvalo Brothers Transport has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.1.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Pietermaritzburg to Tsolo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Luvalo Brothers Transport, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Pietermaritzburg to Tsolo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Tsolo was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 633To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Tsolo as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 633 to R 1 367 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Tsolo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 633, which is on 2025-12-21.
Usually Intercity Xpress 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.
