Bus from Germiston to Pietermaritzburg: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Germiston to Pietermaritzburg on December 10
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Eagle LinerBus
Germiston - Station, Railway St, Driefontein 87-Ir, Germiston
Pietermaritzburg - Shop 2 Mcdonalds Centre , Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3201Cheapest
Intercity XpressBus
Germiston - Station, Railway St, Driefontein 87-Ir, Germiston
PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201Fastest
Luvalo Brothers TransportBus
    		GERMISTON
    		PIETERMARITZBURGNo tags
    Intercity XpressBus
    		Germiston - Station, Railway St, Driefontein 87-Ir, Germiston
    		PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201No tags
    Eagle LinerBus
    		Germiston - Station, Railway St, Driefontein 87-Ir, Germiston
    		Pietermaritzburg - Shop 2 Mcdonalds Centre , Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3201No tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:07 AM SAST.

    Get from Germiston to Pietermaritzburg

    This route is served by bus only

    The journey takes about 6 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    8bus per day
    6h 25mAverage Duration
    270 milesDistance
    11kgCO₂ emissions

    Frequently asked questions about traveling from Germiston 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 Germiston to Pietermaritzburg?

      The cheapest bus tickets from Germiston to Pietermaritzburg start from $16. The average price for this route is around $40. 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 Germiston to Pietermaritzburg?

      The average bus trip duration from Germiston to Pietermaritzburg is 6h 25m, covering a distance of 270 miles (436 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 10m and is operated by Eagle Liner.

    3. Which bus companies service the Germiston to Pietermaritzburg route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Big Tree, Luvalo Brothers Transport.

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

      The earliest bus departs from Germiston to Pietermaritzburg at 7:40am. And the latest bus departs at 8:40pm.

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

      A bus trip from Germiston 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 Germiston to Pietermaritzburg?

      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 62 reviews.

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

      Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Luvalo Brothers Transport has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.1.

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

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Luvalo Brothers Transport, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

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

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Luvalo Brothers Transport, with a cleanliness rating of 3.9 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
    12/07
    $21
    12/08
    $19
    Today
    $21
    12/10
    $20
    12/11
    $17
    12/12
    $21
    12/13
    $16
    12/14
    $20
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Germiston to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $16

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

    You can expect to pay from $16 to $82 for a bus ticket from Germiston to Pietermaritzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2025-12-13.

    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.

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