Bus from Pietermaritzburg to George, ZA: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to George on 5 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Big SkyBus
    		Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    		George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)Cheapest
    Big SkyBus
      		Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
      		George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)Fastest
      Intercape MainlinerBus
      		Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
      		George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)No tags
      Big SkyBus
        		Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
        		George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)No tags
        Intercape MainlinerBus
        		Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
        		George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)No tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 11:46 SAST.

        Get from Pietermaritzburg to George

        This route is served by bus only

        The journey takes about 20 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just £30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        4bus per day
        20h 5mAverage duration
        551 milesDistance
        22kgCO₂ emissions

        Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Pietermaritzburg to George, ZA

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

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

          The cheapest coach tickets from Pietermaritzburg to George start from £30. The average price for this route is around £40. 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 journey from Pietermaritzburg to George?

          The average bus journey time from Pietermaritzburg to George is 20h 5m, covering a distance of 551 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 20h and is operated by Big Sky.

        3. Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to George route?

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky.

        4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to George?

          The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to George at 08:25. And the latest bus departs at 17:10.

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

          A bus journey from Pietermaritzburg to George produces an estimated 22 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

        6. Which is the best bus company from Pietermaritzburg to George?

          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.

        7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Pietermaritzburg to George?

          Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

        8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Pietermaritzburg to George?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.

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

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 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
        02/12
        £28
        03/12
        £37
        Today
        £33
        05/12
        £37
        06/12
        £36
        07/12
        No data
        08/12
        £29
        09/12
        £38
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to George, ZA was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £28

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

        You can expect to pay from £28 to £56 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to George, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £29, which is on 2025-12-08.

        Usually Big Sky will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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