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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 22 at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Arrival time: June 23 at
    Destination city: Somerset West
    Destination location: Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)
    Operated by: Big SkyBig Sky
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 22 at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Arrival time: June 23 at
    Destination city: Somerset West
    Destination location: Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)
    Operated by: Big SkyBig Sky
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 22 at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Arrival time: June 23 at
    Destination city: Somerset West
    Destination location: Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 22 at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Arrival time: June 23 at
    Destination city: Somerset West
    Destination location: Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)
    Operated by: Big SkyBig Sky
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 22 at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Arrival time: June 23 at
    Destination city: Somerset West
    Destination location: Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Pietermaritzburg to Somerset West: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$48
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 2h
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure8:25am
Distance1195 km
Latest bus departure5:10pm

Pietermaritzburg to Somerset West Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Pietermaritzburg - Somerset West

  1. What is the distance between Pietermaritzburg and Somerset West?

    The distance between Pietermaritzburg and Somerset West is approximately 1199 km (744 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Pietermaritzburg to Somerset West?

    Buses departing from Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) in Pietermaritzburg will take you to Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2) in Somerset West.

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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 Somerset West was searched and found on Jun 21, 2025 with a price of US$42

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

You can expect to pay from US$42 to US$52 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Somerset West based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$44 which is on 2025-06-24.

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