Bus from Pietermaritzburg to Beaufort West: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Pietermaritzburg to Beaufort West on December 17
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercape MainlinerBus
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Beaufort West - Engen Garage, Donkin Street (Swartberg N1 Stop)Cheapest
Intercape MainlinerBus
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Beaufort West - Engen Garage, Donkin Street (Swartberg N1 Stop)Fastest
Intercape MainlinerBus
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Beaufort West - Engen Garage, Donkin Street (Swartberg N1 Stop)No tags
Intercape Mainliner ExpressBus
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Beaufort West - Engen Garage, Donkin Street (Swartberg N1 Stop)No tags
Intercape Mainliner ExpressBus
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Beaufort West - Engen Garage, Donkin Street (Swartberg N1 Stop)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 12:19 PM SAST.

Get from Pietermaritzburg to Beaufort West

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 17 hours and with fares starting at just $47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
17hAverage Duration
499 milesDistance
20kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Pietermaritzburg to Beaufort West 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 Pietermaritzburg to Beaufort West?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Beaufort West start from $47. The average price for this route is around $59. 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 Pietermaritzburg to Beaufort West?

    The average bus trip duration from Pietermaritzburg to Beaufort West is 17h, covering a distance of 499 miles (804 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h and is operated by Intercape.

  3. Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Beaufort West route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Beaufort West at 11:15am. And the latest bus departs at 12:25pm.

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

    A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Beaufort West generates an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Beaufort West was searched and found on Dec 19, 2025 with a price of $44

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

You can expect to pay from $44 to $66 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Beaufort West based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $44 which is on 2025-12-19.

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