What is the distance between Heidelberg - GP and Pietermaritzburg?

The distance between Heidelberg - GP and Pietermaritzburg is approximately 401 km (249 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Heidelberg - GP to Pietermaritzburg?

Buses departing from Heidelberg in Heidelberg - GP will take you to Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) in Pietermaritzburg.

Bus Heidelberg - GP to Pietermaritzburg from $17 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Heidelberg - GP to Pietermaritzburg on November 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:40am	Heidelberg (Gauteng) - Mall, Entrance 3, Jacobs St, Military Base, Heidelberg - Gp, 1441	6h	2:40pm	Pietermaritzburg - Shop 2 Mcdonalds Centre , Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3201	Cheapest
Bus	10:00am	HEIDELBERG (GAUTENG) - MALL, ENTRANCE 3, JACOBS ST, MILITARY BASE, HEIDELBERG - GP, 1441	4h 50m	2:50pm	PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201	Fastest
Bus	10:25am	Heidelberg Mall, C/O Jacobs and Makapan Road	5h 35m	4:00pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	10:55pm	Heidelberg Mall, C/O Jacobs and Makapan Road	5h 35m	4:30am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	1:20pm	HEIDELBERG (GAUTENG) - MALL, ENTRANCE 3, JACOBS ST, MILITARY BASE, HEIDELBERG - GP, 1441	5h	6:20pm	PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201	No tags
Bus	7:05pm	Heidelberg (Gauteng) - Mall, Entrance 3, Jacobs St, Military Base, Heidelberg - Gp, 1441	6h 25m	1:30am	Pietermaritzburg - Shop 2 Mcdonalds Centre , Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3201	No tags
Bus	10:25am	Heidelberg Mall, C/O Jacobs and Makapan Road	5h 35m	4:00pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	10:55pm	Heidelberg Mall, C/O Jacobs and Makapan Road	5h 35m	4:30am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:02 AM SAST.

Get from Heidelberg - GP to Pietermaritzburg

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24bus per day

5h 40mAverage Duration

399 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/543,707 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

According to multiple reviews, customers express dissatisfaction with the service due to delays and breakdowns. However, some positive feedback recommends Intercape for long trips. It is suggested that the bus company improves their maintenance and avoids unnecessary delays in order to provide a better experience for passengers.

Intercape Mainliner Express Heidelberg - GP Pietermaritzburg recent customer reviews

Excellent 👌

Fezile Precious N.

November 3, 2025

I didn't enjoy the fact that I sat on a broken sit. Very uncomfortable 😕

Ntokozo H.

February 21, 2025

only the toilet was not up to standard

Kenny M.

July 29, 2024

Intercity Xpress

3/510,883 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.1

Passengers have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting polite and professional drivers who ensure a safe journey. The buses are described as tidy, often equipped with working air conditioning and chargers. However, there were some instances of delays in departure times without explanations provided to passengers.

Intercity Xpress Heidelberg - GP Pietermaritzburg recent customer reviews

My first ever time I enjoyed a ride. Was even thinking of reconsidering other means on transportation

Solani S.

October 1, 2025

I enjoyed everything the bus driver was very polite the people on the bus were 👌

Elizabeth K.

July 3, 2025

it was overall good but the bus departed about 45 minutes late with no explanation. We arrived one hour late in Pietermaritzburg.

Karin V.

April 10, 2024

Eagle Liner

3/510,211 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi0.8

Users have expressed satisfaction with the punctuality of the service, noting that buses often arrive on time or even earlier than expected. However, there are mentions of discomfort due to small seats and occasional delays in arrival times. Despite these issues, travelers generally enjoy their journeys at night.

Eagle Liner Heidelberg - GP Pietermaritzburg recent customer reviews

I'm satisfied in terms of no time get wasted on the road including the break time except unforseen circumstances.

Dumi E.

November 7, 2025

The seats are so small it’s so uncomfortable and it did arrive 1 and half hours later but overall I enjoyed travelling in the night

Daphney M.

January 16, 2024

Disastrous - inconsiderate - incompetent - unbelievable - heartbreaking and tiresome.

Zaida L.

December 17, 2022

Big Sky

3.5/52,955 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

Luvalo Brothers Transport

4/562 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi2.2

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Where are the popular stops in Heidelberg - GP and Pietermaritzburg?

Stops in Heidelberg - GP

A - Heidelberg

Stops in Pietermaritzburg

A - Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Heidelberg - GP to Pietermaritzburg by bus

What is the distance between Heidelberg - GP and Pietermaritzburg?
The distance between Heidelberg - GP and Pietermaritzburg is approximately 401 km (249 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Heidelberg - GP to Pietermaritzburg?
Buses departing from Heidelberg in Heidelberg - GP will take you to Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) in Pietermaritzburg.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11-10

$18

11-11

$24

Today

$18

11-13

$17

11-14

$19

11-15

$19

11-16

$20

11-17

$20

The cheapest trip from Heidelberg - GP to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on Nov 13, 2025 with a price of $17

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

You can expect to pay from $17 to $66 for a bus ticket from Heidelberg - GP to Pietermaritzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2025-11-13.

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.