What is the distance between Pietermaritzburg and Somerset West?

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

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.

Bus Pietermaritzburg to Somerset West from $59 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Pietermaritzburg to Somerset West on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:10am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	1d	8:35am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	5:10pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	1d 2h	7:10pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	8:10am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	1d	8:45am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	5:10pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	1d 2h	7:20pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	8:10am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	1d	8:45am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags

Get from Pietermaritzburg to Somerset West

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $73, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 2hAverage Duration

1195 kmDistance

30kgCO₂ emissions

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Intercape

3.5/543,764 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Big Sky

3.5/52,973 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

Based on 2973 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers 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 $73

Big Sky Pietermaritzburg Somerset West recent customer reviews

Abachazi/anounce uma befika kwidolophu sekfanele umntu ehle especially at night.bayakhohlwa ba kugibele nezingane.umntwana wam uze wadlula nebus.was suppose to get off in somerset west at 07h20.instead uqabuke sele esebellvile nge 23h00 ebusuku.almost robbed and kidnapped.😭😭

Noncedo C.

September 29, 2025

All was good

Nkosinathi Simon C.

January 12, 2024

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Where are the popular stops in Pietermaritzburg and Somerset West?

Stops in Pietermaritzburg

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

Stops in Somerset West

A - Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pietermaritzburg to Somerset West by bus

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