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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg from various bus operators like Intercape, Intercity Xpress or Eagle Liner for the next days.
today
from $15
tomorrow
from $12
Wednesday
from $16
Thursday
from $12
Friday
from $16
Saturday
from $16
Sunday
from $12

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Eagle Liner
    7h 25m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    3:45 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    $15
  • Intercape
    6h 55m
    0
    11:20 PM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    6:15 AM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $16
  • Big Sky Intercity
    6h 55m
    0
    11:20 PM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    6:15 AM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    $16
  • Intercity Xpress
    5h 50m
    0
    9:25 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    3:15 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    Economy
    $16
  • Citiliner
    3h 30m
    0
    12:45 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Montrose
    4:15 AM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Citiliner
    Economy
    $17

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • City to City
    6h 15m
    0
    9:35 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    3:50 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    City to City
    Economy
    $12
  • Citiliner
    6h 55m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    4:55 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Citiliner
    Economy
    $16
  • Eagle Liner
    7h 25m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    3:45 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    $17
  • Intercity Xpress
    5h 50m
    0
    12:40 PM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    6:30 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    Economy
    $17
  • Intercape
    8h 25m
    0
    9:20 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    5:45 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $18

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Citiliner
    3h 55m
    0
    1:00 PM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Montrose
    4:55 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Citiliner
    Economy
    $16
  • Intercape
    6h 55m
    0
    11:20 PM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    6:15 AM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $16
  • Big Sky Intercity
    6h 55m
    0
    11:20 PM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    6:15 AM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    $16
  • Eagle Liner
    7h 25m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    3:45 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    $17
  • Intercity Xpress
    5h 50m
    0
    12:40 PM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    6:30 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    Economy
    $17

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • City to City
    3h 40m
    0
    12:10 PM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Montrose
    3:50 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    City to City
    Economy
    $12
  • Citiliner
    3h 55m
    0
    1:00 PM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Montrose
    4:55 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Citiliner
    Economy
    $16
  • Intercape
    6h 55m
    0
    11:20 PM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    6:15 AM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $16
  • Big Sky Intercity
    6h 55m
    0
    11:20 PM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    6:15 AM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    $16
  • Eagle Liner
    6h 50m
    0
    10:05 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    4:55 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    $17

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Citiliner
    3h 55m
    0
    1:00 PM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Montrose
    4:55 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Citiliner
    Economy
    $16
  • Intercape
    6h 40m
    0
    8:50 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    3:30 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $16
  • Eagle Liner
    6h 50m
    0
    10:05 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    4:55 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    $17
  • Intercity Xpress
    5h 50m
    0
    11:10 PM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    5:00 AM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    Economy
    $17
  • Greyhound South Africa
    3h 30m
    0
    12:45 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Montrose
    4:15 AM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Greyhound South Africa
    Economy
    $18

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Citiliner
    3h 55m
    0
    1:00 PM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Montrose
    4:55 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Citiliner
    Economy
    $16
  • Intercape
    7h 15m
    0
    9:50 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    5:05 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $17
  • Eagle Liner
    6h 50m
    0
    10:05 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    4:55 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    $17
  • Big Sky Intercity
    7h 15m
    0
    9:50 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    5:05 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    $17
  • Greyhound South Africa
    3h 30m
    0
    12:45 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Montrose
    4:15 AM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Greyhound South Africa
    Economy
    $18

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • City to City
    3h 40m
    0
    12:10 PM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Montrose
    3:50 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    City to City
    Economy
    $12
  • Intercape
    6h 55m
    0
    11:20 PM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    6:15 AM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $16
  • Big Sky Intercity
    6h 55m
    0
    11:20 PM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    6:15 AM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    $16
  • Intercity Xpress
    5h 50m
    0
    11:10 PM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    5:00 AM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    Economy
    $17
  • Eagle Liner
    6h 50m
    0
    10:05 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    4:55 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    $17

Frequency of bus connections between Pietermaritzburg and Johannesburg

See here how frequent the connections between Pietermaritzburg and Johannesburg are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 104 daily buses from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 92 daily coaches between Pietermaritzburg and Johannesburg.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 413 buses from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg, while Night sees the fewest connections between Pietermaritzburg and Johannesburg, with 33 offers.

Facts about the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

Compare all providers like Intercape, Intercity Xpress and Eagle Liner that travel 97 times every day by bus from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg in one click! Book your bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg starting from $12!

Cheapest Bus $12
Fastest Bus 3h 0m
Earliest Bus 12:10 AM
Latest Bus 11:55 PM
Daily Bus Routes 97 Ø
Distance 276.2 miles
Bus Companies Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, Citiliner, Big Sky Intercity, City to City, Greyhound South Africa, Delta Coaches, Greyhound Australia, Big Tree Coaches and 1 more.

Cheapest bus connections from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

Every day, 97 buses from 11 bus companies leave Pietermaritzburg for Johannesburg: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/19/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 05/18
Monday 05/19
$15
Tuesday 05/20
$12
Wednesday 05/21
$16
Thursday 05/22
$12
Friday 05/23
$16
Saturday 05/24
$16
Sunday 05/25
$12
Monday 05/26
$16
Tuesday 05/27
$12
Wednesday 05/28
$16
Thursday 05/29
$12
Friday 05/30
$16
Saturday 05/31
$15
Sunday 06/01
$12
Monday 06/02
$17
Tuesday 06/03
$12
Wednesday 06/04
$16
Thursday 06/05
$12
Friday 06/06
$26
Saturday 06/07
$16
Sunday 06/08
$16
Monday 06/09
$17
Tuesday 06/10
$12
Wednesday 06/11
$16
Thursday 06/12
$16
Friday 06/13
$17
Saturday 06/14

The cheapest time to travel from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $12, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $16.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg, with $12. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $17.

How to save money travelling from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

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 Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg, 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 Johannesburg are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

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

Intercape from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

Intercape

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

Cheapest Price $16
Fastest Bus 5h 40m
Earliest Bus 12:10 AM
Last Bus 11:55 PM
Daily Connections 28 Ø
Found on 5/18/2025

Eagle Liner from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

Eagle Liner

Here you will find the key facts about the Eagle Liner bus route Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg:

Cheapest Price $15
Fastest Bus 4h 55m
Earliest Bus 8:20 AM
Last Bus 10:35 PM
Daily Connections 18 Ø
Found on 5/18/2025

City to City from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

City to City

Here you will find the key facts about the City to City bus route Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg:

Cheapest Price $12
Fastest Bus 3h 40m
Earliest Bus 7:30 PM
Last Bus 11:55 PM
Daily Connections 4 Ø
Found on 5/18/2025

Latest reviews for bus companies on the route Pietermaritzburg - Johannesburg

Intercape
Nonhlanzeko Nene , 5/7/2025
I was travelling from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg. Just after we passed Howick, the bus overheating so the driver could drive any further. We had to wait for the bus that was from Durban an we wa ... I was travelling from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg. Just after we passed Howick, the bus overheating so the driver could drive any further. We had to wait for the bus that was from Durban an we waited for good 2 hours, there was no communication from the driver until the passengers enquired as to what the issue. We arrived in JHB 2 hours late. This was the horrible trip I’ve had and i wouldn’t recommend Intercape to anyone.

All bus stations and stops in Pietermaritzburg and Johannesburg

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

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

FAQs about the Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg bus

How much does a Pietermaritzburg Johannesburg bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $12 and takes 3h 40m to reach Johannesburg. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 11 companies with a range of ticket prices between $12 and $60. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Johannesburg.

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

Every day, the Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg bus route is served by approximately 97 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg is offered by Citiliner and takes 3h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $19. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg?

The earliest bus arriving in Johannesburg from Pietermaritzburg starts at 12:10 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 Johannesburg?

The latest bus trip departing from Pietermaritzburg for Johannesburg starts at 11:55 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 Johannesburg route?

When traveling by bus from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg, passengers can travel with Intercape, Intercity Xpress and Eagle Liner. 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 Johannesburg?

You can check all the direct connections between Pietermaritzburg and Johannesburg 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, Intercity Xpress and Eagle Liner.

What can I take with me on the Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

More bus routes to Pietermaritzburg and to Johannesburg

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