Bus Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem from various bus operators like Intercape or Big Sky Intercity for the next days.

today

$26

tomorrow

Saturday

$26

Sunday

$28

Monday

$28

Tuesday

$40

Wednesday

$51

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	5h 5m	11:15 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	4:20 PM	Bethlehem	Engen Garage	Economy	$26	A Bus from Intercape goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 12/4/2025 11:15:00 AM to Engen Garage, Bethlehem (South Africa) arriving at 12/4/2025 4:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 5m
Intercape	5h 45m	12:25 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	6:10 PM	Bethlehem	Engen Garage	Economy	$26	A Bus from Intercape goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 12/4/2025 12:25:00 PM to Engen Garage, Bethlehem (South Africa) arriving at 12/4/2025 6:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 45m
Intercape	4h 50m	7:50 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	12:40 AM	Bethlehem	Engen Garage	Economy	$28	A Bus from Intercape goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 12/4/2025 7:50:00 PM to Engen Garage, Bethlehem (South Africa) arriving at 12/5/2025 12:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 50m
Intercape	5h 15m	9:20 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	2:35 AM	Bethlehem	Engen Garage	Economy	$40	A Bus from Intercape goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 12/4/2025 9:20:00 PM to Engen Garage, Bethlehem (South Africa) arriving at 12/5/2025 2:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	5h 15m	9:20 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	2:35 AM	Bethlehem	Engen Garage	Economy	$26	A Bus from Intercape goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 12/6/2025 9:20:00 PM to Engen Garage, Bethlehem (South Africa) arriving at 12/7/2025 2:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m
Intercape	5h 45m	12:25 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	6:10 PM	Bethlehem	Engen Garage	Economy	$28	A Bus from Intercape goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 12/6/2025 12:25:00 PM to Engen Garage, Bethlehem (South Africa) arriving at 12/6/2025 6:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 45m
Intercape	4h 50m	7:50 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	12:40 AM	Bethlehem	Engen Garage	Economy	$33	A Bus from Intercape goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 12/6/2025 7:50:00 PM to Engen Garage, Bethlehem (South Africa) arriving at 12/7/2025 12:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 50m
Intercape	5h 5m	11:15 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	4:20 PM	Bethlehem	Engen Garage	Economy	$36	A Bus from Intercape goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 12/6/2025 11:15:00 AM to Engen Garage, Bethlehem (South Africa) arriving at 12/6/2025 4:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	5h 15m	9:20 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	2:35 AM	Bethlehem	Bus Stop	Economy	$28	A Bus from Intercape goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 12/7/2025 9:20:00 PM to Bus Stop, Bethlehem (South Africa) arriving at 12/8/2025 2:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m
Intercape	5h 45m	12:25 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	6:10 PM	Bethlehem	Bus Stop	Economy	$30	A Bus from Intercape goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 12/7/2025 12:25:00 PM to Bus Stop, Bethlehem (South Africa) arriving at 12/7/2025 6:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 45m
Big Sky Intercity	4h 50m	7:50 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	12:40 AM	Bethlehem	Bus Stop	Economy	$30	A Bus from Big Sky Intercity goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 12/7/2025 7:50:00 PM to Bus Stop, Bethlehem (South Africa) arriving at 12/8/2025 12:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 50m
Intercape	5h 5m	11:15 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	4:20 PM	Bethlehem	Bus Stop	Economy	$38	A Bus from Intercape goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 12/7/2025 11:15:00 AM to Bus Stop, Bethlehem (South Africa) arriving at 12/7/2025 4:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	4h 50m	7:50 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	12:40 AM	Bethlehem	Engen Garage	Economy	$28	A Bus from Intercape goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 12/8/2025 7:50:00 PM to Engen Garage, Bethlehem (South Africa) arriving at 12/9/2025 12:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 50m
Intercape	5h 5m	11:15 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	4:20 PM	Bethlehem	Engen Garage	Economy	$37	A Bus from Intercape goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 12/8/2025 11:15:00 AM to Engen Garage, Bethlehem (South Africa) arriving at 12/8/2025 4:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $37 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 5m
Intercape	5h 45m	12:25 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	6:10 PM	Bethlehem	Engen Garage	Economy	$40	A Bus from Intercape goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 12/8/2025 12:25:00 PM to Engen Garage, Bethlehem (South Africa) arriving at 12/8/2025 6:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 45m
Intercape	5h 15m	9:20 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	2:35 AM	Bethlehem	Engen Garage	Economy	$40	A Bus from Intercape goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 12/8/2025 9:20:00 PM to Engen Garage, Bethlehem (South Africa) arriving at 12/9/2025 2:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Big Sky Intercity	4h 50m	7:50 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	12:40 AM	Bethlehem	Bus Stop	Economy	$40	A Bus from Big Sky Intercity goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 12/9/2025 7:50:00 PM to Bus Stop, Bethlehem (South Africa) arriving at 12/10/2025 12:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 50m
Intercape	5h 45m	12:25 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	6:10 PM	Bethlehem	Bus Stop	Economy	$45	A Bus from Intercape goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 12/9/2025 12:25:00 PM to Bus Stop, Bethlehem (South Africa) arriving at 12/9/2025 6:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $45 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 45m
Intercape	5h 15m	9:20 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	2:35 AM	Bethlehem	Bus Stop	Economy	$54	A Bus from Intercape goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 12/9/2025 9:20:00 PM to Bus Stop, Bethlehem (South Africa) arriving at 12/10/2025 2:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $54 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m
Intercape	5h 5m	11:15 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	4:20 PM	Bethlehem	Bus Stop	Economy	$87	A Bus from Intercape goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 12/9/2025 11:15:00 AM to Bus Stop, Bethlehem (South Africa) arriving at 12/9/2025 4:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $87 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	5h 45m	12:25 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	6:10 PM	Bethlehem	Bus Stop	Economy	$51	A Bus from Intercape goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 12/10/2025 12:25:00 PM to Bus Stop, Bethlehem (South Africa) arriving at 12/10/2025 6:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 45m
Intercape	4h 50m	7:50 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	12:40 AM	Bethlehem	Engen Garage	Economy	$53	A Bus from Intercape goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 12/10/2025 7:50:00 PM to Engen Garage, Bethlehem (South Africa) arriving at 12/11/2025 12:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 50m
Intercape	5h 15m	9:20 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	2:35 AM	Bethlehem	Bus Stop	Economy	$54	A Bus from Intercape goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 12/10/2025 9:20:00 PM to Bus Stop, Bethlehem (South Africa) arriving at 12/11/2025 2:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $54 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m
Intercape	5h 5m	11:15 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	4:20 PM	Bethlehem	Engen Garage	Economy	$85	A Bus from Intercape goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 12/10/2025 11:15:00 AM to Engen Garage, Bethlehem (South Africa) arriving at 12/10/2025 4:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $85 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 5m

Did you know that if you travel from Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem via Ladysmith, you can save more than $13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Intercape
  
  4h 50m
  
  0
  
  7:50 PM
  
  Pietermaritzburg
  Burger St. Bus Station
  
  9:55 PM
  
  Ladysmith
  Murchison Street
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $19
  
  A Bus from Intercape goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 12/8/2025 7:50:00 PM to Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) arriving at 12/8/2025 9:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 5m
- Intercape
  
  2h 40m
  
  0
  
  10:00 PM
  
  Ladysmith
  Murchison Street
  
  12:40 AM
  
  Bethlehem
  Engen Garage
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $19
  
  A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/8/2025 10:00:00 PM to Engen Garage, Bethlehem (South Africa) arriving at 12/9/2025 12:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 40m
Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $13

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem is $22 on 11/30/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Pietermaritzburg and Bethlehem

See here how frequent the connections between Pietermaritzburg and Bethlehem are, during different times and days of the week.

Wednesday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily buses from Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Pietermaritzburg and Bethlehem.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 14 buses from Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Pietermaritzburg and Bethlehem, with 7 offers.

Facts about the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem

Compare all providers like Intercape and Big Sky Intercity that travel 4 times every day by bus from Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem in one click! Book your bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem starting from $22!

Cheapest Bus	$22
Fastest Bus	4h 50m
Earliest Bus	11:15 AM
Latest Bus	9:20 PM
Daily Bus Routes	4 Ø
Distance	157.8 miles
Bus Companies	Intercape and Big Sky Intercity

Cheapest bus connections from Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem

Every day, 4 buses from 2 bus companies leave Pietermaritzburg for Bethlehem: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/04/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 11/30

Monday 12/01

Tuesday 12/02

Wednesday 12/03

Thursday 12/04

$26

Friday 12/05

Saturday 12/06

$26

Sunday 12/07

$28

Monday 12/08

$28

Tuesday 12/09

$40

Wednesday 12/10

$51

Thursday 12/11

Friday 12/12

$45

Saturday 12/13

Sunday 12/14

Monday 12/15

Tuesday 12/16

Wednesday 12/17

Thursday 12/18

Friday 12/19

Saturday 12/20

Sunday 12/21

Monday 12/22

Tuesday 12/23

Wednesday 12/24

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $26, Saturday is the cheapest day for a bus from Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $51.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem, with $26. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $26.

How to save money travelling from Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem

These are the most booked bus companies between Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem from our users.

Intercape from Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem

Here you will find the key facts about the Intercape bus route Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem:

Cheapest Price	$26
Fastest Bus	4h 50m
Earliest Bus	11:15 AM
Last Bus	9:20 PM
Daily Connections	4 Ø
Found on	12/2/2025

All bus stations and stops in Pietermaritzburg and Bethlehem

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Pietermaritzburg and Bethlehem.

Burger St. Bus Station

Burger Street 269

Montrose Bus Station

Leinster Road

Woodburn Rugby Stadium

Hollywoodbets Scottsville Racecourse

Bus Stop

Wimpy Bar

C/o Muller & Hospital Street

Engen Garage

Service and Comfort on the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem? Or which bus companies serve the route Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem bus

How much does a Pietermaritzburg Bethlehem bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $22 and takes 5h 15m to reach Bethlehem. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $22 and $87. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Bethlehem.

On average, how many connections are available from Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem each day?

Every day, the Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem bus route is served by approximately 4 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem take?

The fastest bus from Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem is offered by Intercape and takes 4h 50m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $28. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem?

The earliest bus arriving in Bethlehem from Pietermaritzburg starts at 11:15 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem?

The latest bus trip departing from Pietermaritzburg for Bethlehem starts at 9:20 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Pietermaritzburg Bethlehem route?

When traveling by bus from Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem, passengers can travel with Intercape and Big Sky Intercity. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Pietermaritzburg and Bethlehem?

You can check all the direct connections between Pietermaritzburg and Bethlehem by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Intercape and Big Sky Intercity.

What can I take with me on the Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Pietermaritzburg Bethlehem bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Pietermaritzburg Bethlehem bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Pietermaritzburg and to Bethlehem

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Pietermaritzburg and to Bethlehem. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!