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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Umzimkulu - Total Garage (R56) | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Umzimkulu - Total Garage (R56) | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Umzimkulu - Total Garage (R56) | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Umzimkulu - Total Garage (R56) | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Total Garage, R56, Umzimkhulu | Mcdonalds, Chief Albert Luthuli and Burger Street | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 9:57 PM SAST.
Get from Umzimkulu to Pietermaritzburg
The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Umzimkulu and Pietermaritzburg?
Stops in Pietermaritzburg
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Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Intercape Office, 269 Burger St, Pietermaritzburg, 3201, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Umzimkulu 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Umzimkulu to Pietermaritzburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Umzimkulu to Pietermaritzburg start from $30. The average price for this route is around $47. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Umzimkulu to Pietermaritzburg?
The average bus travel time from Umzimkulu to Pietermaritzburg is 1h 50m, covering a distance of 87 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 45m and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Umzimkulu to Pietermaritzburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Eagle Liner, Big Sky, APM WC, Citiliner, Intercity Xpress, Delta Coaches, Greyhound South Africa, Big Tree.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Umzimkulu to Pietermaritzburg?
The earliest bus departs from Umzimkulu to Pietermaritzburg at 5:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Umzimkulu to Pietermaritzburg?
A bus trip from Umzimkulu to Pietermaritzburg generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Umzimkulu to Pietermaritzburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Umzimkulu to Pietermaritzburg?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Citiliner has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.2.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Umzimkulu to Pietermaritzburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Citiliner, with a punctuality rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Umzimkulu to Pietermaritzburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Citiliner, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Umzimkulu to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $30To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Umzimkulu to Pietermaritzburg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $30 to $129 for a bus ticket from Umzimkulu 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.
