What is the distance between Pietermaritzburg and Richmond?

Pietermaritzburg and Richmond are 31 km (20 miles) apart.

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Pietermaritzburg to Richmond?

Buses departing from Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) in Pietermaritzburg will take you to Caltex Star Stop Karoo in Richmond.

Bus Pietermaritzburg to Richmond from $36 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Pietermaritzburg to Richmond on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	1h 10m	3:55am	Anderson Garage, R56, Richmond - KZN	No tags
Bus	2:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	1h 10m	3:55am	Anderson Garage, R56, Richmond - KZN	No tags
Bus	2:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	1h 10m	3:55am	Anderson Garage, R56, Richmond - KZN	No tags
Bus	2:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	1h 10m	3:55am	Anderson Garage, R56, Richmond - KZN	No tags
Bus	2:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	1h 10m	3:55am	Anderson Garage, R56, Richmond - KZN	No tags

Get from Pietermaritzburg to Richmond

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1h 10mAverage Duration

33 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

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Intercape

3.5/543,838 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Based on 43838 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at $33

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Where are the popular stops in Pietermaritzburg and Richmond?

Stops in Pietermaritzburg

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

Stops in Richmond

A - Caltex Star Stop Karoo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pietermaritzburg to Richmond, Kwazulu Natal, ZA by bus

What is the distance between Pietermaritzburg and Richmond?
Pietermaritzburg and Richmond are 31 km (20 miles) apart.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Pietermaritzburg to Richmond?
Buses departing from Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) in Pietermaritzburg will take you to Caltex Star Stop Karoo in Richmond.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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11-17

$29

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11-21

$36

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The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Richmond, Kwazulu Natal, ZA was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $29

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

You can expect to pay from $29 to $40 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Richmond, Kwazulu Natal, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2025-11-21.