How much is the bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Kimberley?

The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Kimberley start from $39. The average price for this route is around $47. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Pietermaritzburg to Kimberley?

The average bus trip duration from Pietermaritzburg to Kimberley is 11h 25m, covering a distance of 344 miles (554 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 45m and is operated by Intercape .

Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Kimberley route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Big Sky .

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

The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Kimberley at 12:25pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:20pm.

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

A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Kimberley generates an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Pietermaritzburg to Kimberley?

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 45773 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Pietermaritzburg to Kimberley?

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Pietermaritzburg to Kimberley?

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

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Pietermaritzburg to Kimberley?

According to Busbud traveler 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.

Bus Pietermaritzburg to Kimberley from $27 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

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Next departures for Pietermaritzburg to Kimberley on February 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:50pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	11h 25m	8:15am	Kimberley - Tourist Centre, Bultfontein Road (Civic Centre)	Cheapest
Bus	8:50pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	11h 25m	8:15am	Kimberley - Tourist Centre, Bultfontein Road (Civic Centre)	Fastest
Bus	8:50pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	11h 25m	8:15am	Kimberley - Tourist Centre, Bultfontein Road (Civic Centre)	No tags
Bus	9:20pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	12h 40m	10:00am	Kimberley - Tourist Centre, Bultfontein Road (Civic Centre)	No tags
Bus	9:20pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	12h 40m	10:00am	Kimberley - Tourist Centre, Bultfontein Road (Civic Centre)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 7:58 AM SAST.

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Get from Pietermaritzburg to Kimberley

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

11h 25mAverage Duration

344 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Pietermaritzburg and Kimberley?

Stops in Pietermaritzburg

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Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Intercape Office, 269 Burger St, Pietermaritzburg, 3201, South Africa
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Stops in Kimberley

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Kimberley - Tourist Centre, Bultfontein Road (Civic Centre)
Tourist Centre, Bultfontein Road (Civic Centre),, Kimberley, 8300, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545,776 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Passengers have shared positive experiences with Intercape, highlighting the friendly drivers and clean buses. Many enjoyed their journeys without major issues. However, some reviews noted concerns about non-functioning charging ports on one side of the bus and an incident involving unauthorized boarding that raised safety concerns for a passenger.

Intercape Mainliner Pietermaritzburg Kimberley recent customer reviews

Delays happen and I don't have a problem with that. My main problem is the cockroach infections in most buses. And the toilet leaks

Carol H.

January 5, 2026

What I enjoyed the most was that the bus had a few free seats, very convenient for me because I Was travelling with a toddler. It was clean. On time and very friendly drivers.

Tiesetso M.

November 19, 2025

The bus was comfortable,even though the charging ports on the right side of a bus were not working and an unknown passenger boarded the bus under the nose of the driver and his assistants,Had it not for the bus being fool,no one would have noticed,I felt so unsafe🥺I've never seen such negligence n my life🤞🏻

Ntombikhona N.

December 9, 2023

Big Sky

3.5/53,438 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

Based on 3438 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at $45

Big Sky Pietermaritzburg Kimberley recent customer reviews

The only positive part is that the bus was on time other than that it was so small uncomfortable and noisy. Driver played loud music halfway through the night

Merry-ellison N.

October 5, 2025

My trip was good, and the drivers were so respectful towards us passengers.

Zandile N.

November 12, 2025

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Pietermaritzburg to Kimberley, ZA by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Kimberley?
The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Kimberley start from $39. The average price for this route is around $47. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Pietermaritzburg to Kimberley?
The average bus trip duration from Pietermaritzburg to Kimberley is 11h 25m, covering a distance of 344 miles (554 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 45m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Kimberley route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Kimberley?
The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Kimberley at 12:25pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Kimberley?
A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Kimberley generates an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Pietermaritzburg to Kimberley?
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 45773 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Pietermaritzburg to Kimberley?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Pietermaritzburg to Kimberley?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Pietermaritzburg to Kimberley?
According to Busbud traveler 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

02/17

$39

02/18

$29

Today

$27

02/20

$33

02/21

$33

02/22

$30

02/23

$32

02/24

$32

The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Kimberley, ZA was searched and found on Feb 19, 2026 with a price of $27

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

You can expect to pay from $27 to $48 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Kimberley, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2026-02-22.

Usually Big Sky, 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.