Bus from Richards Bay to Pietermaritzburg: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Richards Bay to Pietermaritzburg on December 4
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercape MainlinerBus
Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)Cheapest
Intercape MainlinerBus
Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)Fastest
Intercape MainlinerBus
Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 6:20 PM SAST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Richards Bay to Pietermaritzburg

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Pietermaritzburg. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
4h 40mAverage Duration
189 kmDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$33 - $74Average Duration4h 40m
5kg CO₂e
Shuttle
Average Price$30 - $72Average Duration4h 50m
6kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richards Bay to Pietermaritzburg by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Richards Bay to Pietermaritzburg?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Richards Bay to Pietermaritzburg start from $33. The average price for this route is around $38. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Richards Bay to Pietermaritzburg?

    The average bus travel time from Richards Bay to Pietermaritzburg is 4h 40m, covering a distance of 189 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 40m and is operated by Intercape.

  3. Which bus companies service the Richards Bay to Pietermaritzburg route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Vilamora.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Richards Bay to Pietermaritzburg?

    The earliest bus departs from Richards Bay to Pietermaritzburg at 4:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 7:00pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richards Bay to Pietermaritzburg?

    A bus trip from Richards Bay to Pietermaritzburg generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Richards Bay to Pietermaritzburg?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 43907 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Richards Bay to Pietermaritzburg?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Intercape has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Richards Bay to Pietermaritzburg?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Richards Bay to Pietermaritzburg?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
12-02
$34
12-03
$42
Today
$34
12-05
$30
12-06
$34
12-07
$30
12-08
$34
12-09
$36
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richards Bay to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $30

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

You can expect to pay from $30 to $53 for a bus ticket from Richards Bay to Pietermaritzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2025-12-05.

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