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TodayApr 26
from $14
TomorrowApr 27
from $15
SunApr 28
from $15
MonApr 29
from $17
TueApr 30
from $17
WedMay 1
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ThuMay 2
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FriMay 3
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Shop 2 Mcdonalds Centre , Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3201
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Midrand
    Destination location: Midrand (Big Bird Engen) - Big Bird Engen, South, N1, Randjespark, Midrand, 2090
    Operated by: Eagle LinerEagle Liner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $14
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Midrand
    Destination location: MIDRAND (BIG BIRD ENGEN) - BIG BIRD ENGEN, SOUTH, N1, RANDJESPARK, MIDRAND, 2090
    Operated by: Intercity XpressIntercity Xpress
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $17
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Midrand
    Destination location: Midrand (Big Bird Total)
    Operated by: Intercity XpressIntercity Xpress
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $22
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Midrand
    Destination location: Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $53
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Midrand
    Destination location: Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $50
Bus Pietermaritzburg to Midrand: Trip Overview

Bus Pietermaritzburg to Midrand: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$21
Average bus trip duration7h 25m
Number of daily buses37
Earliest bus departure1:00 AM
Distance286 miles (460 km)
Latest bus departure11:55 PM

Pietermaritzburg to Midrand Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures37
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures1:00AM - 11:55PM
Minimum Price$15
Average Ticket Price$21
Minimum Trip Duration2h15m
Average Bus Trip Duration7h25m
Distance286 miles (460 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteIntercape, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, Greyhound South Africa, Big Sky
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Pietermaritzburg - Midrand

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Midrand without flying. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

The travel time from Pietermaritzburg to Midrand is about 7h 25m, but the fastest bus can get you there in about 2h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 286 miles (462 km) that separate the two cities.

Pietermaritzburg and Midrand are 286 miles (462 km) apart.

About 37 buses travel this route daily, provided by Intercape, Intercity Xpress and Eagle Liner. The number of buses operating from Pietermaritzburg to Midrand may change based on the day of the week. Want to make your bus journey from Pietermaritzburg to Midrand as effortless as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.

The bus service operates from 1:00 AM for the initial departure and runs until 11:55 PM for the final departure.

Most of the buses traveling from Pietermaritzburg to Midrand leave from Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) and arrive at Engen Big Bird N1. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Pietermaritzburg to Midrand by choosing to travel by bus. $15 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Midrand from Pietermaritzburg.

The bus ticket costs $21 on average. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $15 and $69, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Yes, a day trip from Pietermaritzburg to Midrand is definitely doable. The total time it takes to make a round-trip between Pietermaritzburg and Midrand is about 4h 30m. This allows for plenty of time to explore the sights in Midrand before returning to Pietermaritzburg in the evening.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Pietermaritzburg to Midrand. Don't forget to bring a snack and a blanket to help you stay comfortable through the night.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Pietermaritzburg and Midrand!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Pietermaritzburg to Midrand, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Pietermaritzburg to Midrand.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Midrand while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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Bus from Midrand to Pietermaritzburg

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