How much is the bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton?

The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton start from $17. The average price for this route is around $27. 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 Pietermaritzburg to Standerton?

The average bus trip duration from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton is 5h 25m, covering a distance of 196 miles (316 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 25m and is operated by Intercape .

Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Standerton route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton?

The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton at 9:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50am.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton?

A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton?

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.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton?

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton?

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

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton?

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.

Bus Pietermaritzburg to Standerton from $21 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Pietermaritzburg to Standerton on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:55am	PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201	6h 20m	4:15pm	Sizabantu Cafe and Take Aways, Next to Walter Sisulu Dr, R546, 2430	Cheapest
Bus	11:50am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	5h 25m	5:15pm	Sizabantu Cafe and Take Aways, Next to Walter Sisulu Dr, R546, 2430	Fastest
Bus	11:50am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	5h 25m	5:15pm	Sizabantu Cafe and Take Aways, Next to Walter Sisulu Dr, R546, 2430	No tags
Bus	11:50am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	5h 25m	5:15pm	Sizabantu Cafe and Take Aways, Next to Walter Sisulu Dr, R546, 2430	No tags

Next departures for Pietermaritzburg to Standerton on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:55am	PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201	6h 20m	4:15pm	Sizabantu Cafe and Take Aways, Next to Walter Sisulu Dr, R546, 2430	Cheapest
Bus	11:50am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	5h 25m	5:15pm	Sizabantu Cafe and Take Aways, Next to Walter Sisulu Dr, R546, 2430	Fastest
Bus	11:50am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	5h 25m	5:15pm	Sizabantu Cafe and Take Aways, Next to Walter Sisulu Dr, R546, 2430	No tags
Bus	11:50am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	5h 25m	5:15pm	Sizabantu Cafe and Take Aways, Next to Walter Sisulu Dr, R546, 2430	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 12:22 PM SAST.

Get from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

5h 25mAverage Duration

196 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544,269 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Users have reported that the bus was clean and the driver provided a friendly service, contributing to an enjoyable travel experience. However, there were mentions of delays affecting the scheduled arrival time.

Intercape Mainliner Pietermaritzburg Standerton recent customer reviews

The bus was on time, the bus driver and his assistant were friendly. During the trip we were asked if we were still fine. I really enjoyed the trip, and will definitely use this mode of transport again.

Sizakele R.

September 22, 2025

The buses toilet flooded the pathway and the heaters didn't work the whole way. This now being in winter sucked!

Rasciel B.

June 10, 2025

The bus was clean. The driver was very friendly and drove very well. Overall I enjoyed my trip

Leonie S.

May 20, 2025

Intercity Xpress

3/511,120 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.1

Intercity Xpress is a long-distance bus company operating in South Africa. The company established itself as an affordable intercity bus operator, offering services between cities all over the country. Their coaches are equipped with standard seats and they have a generous luggage policy of up to 25 kg. Although they make an effort to respect their timetables, travelers report that delays are expected for Intercity Xpress, so it's good to be flexible with your schedule if you're traveling with them. Their cancellation policy is also flexible, as you can cancel your ticket up to 6 hours before travel time and get a refund of 80% of your ticket value.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton 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 Pietermaritzburg to Standerton?
The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton start from $17. The average price for this route is around $27. 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 Pietermaritzburg to Standerton?
The average bus trip duration from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton is 5h 25m, covering a distance of 196 miles (316 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 25m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Standerton route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton?
The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton at 9:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton?
A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton?
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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton?
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

12/01

$19

12/02

$21

Today

$21

12/04

$23

12/05

$37

12/06

$21

12/07

$21

12/08

$29

The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $19

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

You can expect to pay from $19 to $41 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Standerton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2025-12-06.

Usually Intercape 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.