Bus from East London to Pietermaritzburg: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for East London to Pietermaritzburg on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Big SkyBus
    		Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
    		Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)Cheapest
    Intercape MainlinerBus
    		Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
    		Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)Fastest
    Big SkyBus
      		Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
      		Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)No tags
      Intercape MainlinerBus
      		Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
      		Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)No tags
      GreyhoundBus
      		East London Windmill Park
      		PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds CentreNo tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:49 PM SAST.

      Get from East London to Pietermaritzburg

      This route is served by bus only

      The journey takes about 9 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      6bus per day
      9h 25mAverage Duration
      277 milesDistance
      11kgCO₂ emissions

      Frequently asked questions about traveling from East London to Pietermaritzburg by bus

      Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

      1. How much is the bus ticket from East London to Pietermaritzburg?

        The cheapest bus tickets from East London to Pietermaritzburg start from $24. The average price for this route is around $39. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the bus ride from East London to Pietermaritzburg?

        The average bus trip duration from East London to Pietermaritzburg is 9h 25m, covering a distance of 277 miles (446 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 5m and is operated by Intercape.

      3. Which bus companies service the East London to Pietermaritzburg route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, Greyhound South Africa.

      4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from East London to Pietermaritzburg?

        The earliest bus departs from East London to Pietermaritzburg at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from East London to Pietermaritzburg?

        A bus trip from East London to Pietermaritzburg generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

      6. What is the best bus company from East London to Pietermaritzburg?

        According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.

      7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from East London to Pietermaritzburg?

        Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

      8. Which bus company has the most timely service from East London to Pietermaritzburg?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.

      9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from East London to Pietermaritzburg?

        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.

      Best price found
      11/26
      $35
      11/27
      $27
      Today
      $56
      11/29
      $36
      11/30
      $42
      12/01
      $33
      12/02
      $24
      12/03
      $23
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from East London to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $23

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

      You can expect to pay from $23 to $99 for a bus ticket from East London to Pietermaritzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2025-12-03.

      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.

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