Find coaches from Johannesburg South to Pietermaritzburg

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Next departures from Johannesburg South to Pietermaritzburg on 31 October
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Intercity Xpress
JOHANNESBURG SOUTH - SOUTHGATE MALL MCDONALDS, RIFLE RANGE ROAD, MONDEOR, JOHANNESBURG SOUTH, 2091
PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201CheapestFastest

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Get from Johannesburg South to Pietermaritzburg

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The journey takes about 7 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
7h 15mAverage duration
440 kmDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Johannesburg South to Pietermaritzburg: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$22
Average bus trip duration7h 15m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure08:10
Distance440 km

Johannesburg South to Pietermaritzburg Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Johannesburg South - Pietermaritzburg

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Johannesburg South to Pietermaritzburg cost?

    The bus ticket price from Johannesburg South to Pietermaritzburg starts at US$17. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Johannesburg South to Pietermaritzburg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Johannesburg South to Pietermaritzburg?

    The average travel time between Johannesburg South and Pietermaritzburg is around 7h 15m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 443 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Johannesburg South and Pietermaritzburg?

    The number of buses from Johannesburg South to Pietermaritzburg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Johannesburg South to Pietermaritzburg by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Johannesburg South to Pietermaritzburg?

    When taking the bus from Johannesburg South to Pietermaritzburg, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercity Xpress.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
28/10
US$15
29/10
US$17
Today
US$17
31/10
US$16
01/11
US$19
02/11
US$19
03/11
US$18
04/11
US$21
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Johannesburg South to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on 28 Oct 2025 with a price of US$15

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

You can expect to pay from US$15 to US$21 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg South to Pietermaritzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$16, which is on 2025-10-31.

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Did you know?

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Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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