Bus Pietermaritzburg to Maputo: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Maputo

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Pietermaritzburg to Maputo from various bus operators like Intercape for the next days.

today

$31

tomorrow

Wednesday

$60

Thursday

$26

Friday

Saturday

$22

Sunday

$78

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	11h 5m	5:25 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	4:30 PM	Maputo	PIRES Bus Stop	Economy	$31	A Bus from Intercape goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 1/19/2026 5:25:00 AM to PIRES Bus Stop, Maputo (Mozambique) arriving at 1/19/2026 4:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 5m
Intercape	11h 30m	5:25 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	4:55 PM	Maputo	Av. 25 de Setembro Bus Stop	Economy	$33	A Bus from Intercape goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 1/19/2026 5:25:00 AM to Av. 25 de Setembro Bus Stop, Maputo (Mozambique) arriving at 1/19/2026 4:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 30m
Intercape	20h 40m	9:15 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	5:55 PM	Maputo	Bus Station	Economy	$59	A Bus from Intercape goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 1/19/2026 9:15:00 PM to Bus Station, Maputo (Mozambique) arriving at 1/20/2026 5:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $59 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intercape	20h 40m	9:15 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	5:55 PM	Maputo	Bus Station		Economy	$60	A Bus from Intercape goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 1/21/2026 9:15:00 PM to Bus Station, Maputo (Mozambique) arriving at 1/22/2026 5:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $60 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 40m

Did you know that if you travel from Pietermaritzburg to Maputo via Durban, you can save more than $26? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  26h 10m
  
  0
  
  2:45 PM
  
  Pietermaritzburg
  Burger St. Bus Station
  
  4:10 PM
  
  Durban
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $12
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 1/23/2026 2:45:00 PM to Bus Station, Durban (South Africa) arriving at 1/23/2026 4:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m
- Intercape
  
  9h 55m
  
  0
  
  7:00 AM
  
  Durban
  Bus Station
  
  4:55 PM
  
  Maputo
  Av. 25 de Setembro Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $22
  
  A Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Station, Durban (South Africa) at 1/24/2026 7:00:00 AM to Av. 25 de Setembro Bus Stop, Maputo (Mozambique) arriving at 1/24/2026 4:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $22 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m
Travel time is 5h 30m longer, but you will save $26

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intercape	11h 30m	5:25 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	4:55 PM	Maputo	Bus Station		Economy	$26	A Bus from Intercape goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 1/22/2026 5:25:00 AM to Bus Station, Maputo (Mozambique) arriving at 1/22/2026 4:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 30m
	Intercape	20h 40m	9:15 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	5:55 PM	Maputo	Bus Station		Economy	$60	A Bus from Intercape goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 1/22/2026 9:15:00 PM to Bus Station, Maputo (Mozambique) arriving at 1/23/2026 5:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $60 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intercape	11h 30m	5:25 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	4:55 PM	Maputo	Av. 25 de Setembro Bus Stop		Economy	$22	A Bus from Intercape goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 1/24/2026 5:25:00 AM to Av. 25 de Setembro Bus Stop, Maputo (Mozambique) arriving at 1/24/2026 4:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $22 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 30m
	Intercape	11h 5m	5:25 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	4:30 PM	Maputo	PIRES Bus Stop		Economy	$22	A Bus from Intercape goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 1/24/2026 5:25:00 AM to PIRES Bus Stop, Maputo (Mozambique) arriving at 1/24/2026 4:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $22 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intercape	20h 40m	9:15 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	5:55 PM	Maputo	Bus Station		Economy	$78	A Bus from Intercape goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 1/25/2026 9:15:00 PM to Bus Station, Maputo (Mozambique) arriving at 1/26/2026 5:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $78 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 40m

Did you know that if you travel from Matola to Pietermaritzburg via Maputo, you can save more than $60? You will find the corresponding connections below.
- Save more than 77%
  
  0h 30m
  
  0 mi
  
  3:40 PM
  
  Matola
  Bus Stop
  
  4:10 PM
  
  Maputo
  Bus Station
  
  285 mi
  
  Pietermaritzburg
  
  Economy
  
  $18
  
  A Bus from goes from Bus Stop, Matola (Mozambique) at 1/25/2026 3:40:00 PM to Bus Station, Maputo (Mozambique) arriving at 1/25/2026 4:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 30m
Did you know that if you travel from Pietermaritzburg to Maputo via Durban, you can save more than $44? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  26h 10m
  
  0
  
  2:45 PM
  
  Pietermaritzburg
  Burger St. Bus Station
  
  4:10 PM
  
  Durban
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $12
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 1/23/2026 2:45:00 PM to Bus Station, Durban (South Africa) arriving at 1/23/2026 4:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m
- Intercape
  
  9h 55m
  
  0
  
  7:00 AM
  
  Durban
  Bus Station
  
  4:55 PM
  
  Maputo
  Av. 25 de Setembro Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $22
  
  A Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Station, Durban (South Africa) at 1/24/2026 7:00:00 AM to Av. 25 de Setembro Bus Stop, Maputo (Mozambique) arriving at 1/24/2026 4:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $22 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m
Travel time is 5h 30m longer, but you will save $44

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Pietermaritzburg to Maputo is $22 on 1/24/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Pietermaritzburg and Maputo

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

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily buses from Pietermaritzburg to Maputo. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Pietermaritzburg and Maputo.

The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 7 buses from Pietermaritzburg to Maputo, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Pietermaritzburg and Maputo, with 4 offers.

Facts about the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Maputo

Compare all providers like Intercape that travel 2 times every day by bus from Pietermaritzburg to Maputo in one click! Book your bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Maputo starting from $22!

Cheapest Bus	$22
Fastest Bus	11h 5m
Earliest Bus	5:25 AM
Latest Bus	9:15 PM
Daily Bus Routes	2 Ø
Distance	285.7 miles
Bus Companies	Intercape

Cheapest bus connections from Pietermaritzburg to Maputo

Every day, 2 buses from 1 bus companies leave Pietermaritzburg for Maputo: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/19/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 01/18

Monday 01/19

$33

Tuesday 01/20

Wednesday 01/21

$60

Thursday 01/22

$26

Friday 01/23

Saturday 01/24

$22

Sunday 01/25

$78

Monday 01/26

$30

Tuesday 01/27

Wednesday 01/28

Thursday 01/29

$25

Friday 01/30

Saturday 01/31

Sunday 02/01

Monday 02/02

$66

Tuesday 02/03

Wednesday 02/04

Thursday 02/05

Friday 02/06

Saturday 02/07

Sunday 02/08

Monday 02/09

Tuesday 02/10

Wednesday 02/11

Thursday 02/12

Friday 02/13

Saturday 02/14

The cheapest time to travel from Pietermaritzburg to Maputo

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

With a price starting from $22, Saturday is the cheapest day for a bus from Pietermaritzburg to Maputo. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $77.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Maputo, with $22. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $59.

How to save money travelling from Pietermaritzburg to Maputo

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 Maputo 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 Maputo, 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 Maputo are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Pietermaritzburg to Maputo

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

Intercape from Pietermaritzburg to Maputo

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

Cheapest Price	$22
Fastest Bus	11h 5m
Earliest Bus	5:25 AM
Last Bus	9:15 PM
Daily Connections	2 Ø
Found on	1/16/2026

All bus stations and stops in Pietermaritzburg and Maputo

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

Burger St. Bus Station

Burger Street 269

Montrose Bus Station

Woodburn Rugby Stadium

Hollywoodbets Scottsville Racecourse

Leinster Road

Baixa Bus Station

Av. Fernão De Magalhães

Bus Station

Rua Xavier Botelho 52

Av. 25 de Setembro Bus Stop

Av. 25 de Setembro

Av. 24 de Julho Bus Station

Av. 24 de Julho

Central Station

Bus Station Bus Station

Service and Comfort on the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Maputo

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

FAQs about the Pietermaritzburg to Maputo bus

How much does a Pietermaritzburg Maputo bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $22 and takes 11h 30m to reach Maputo. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $22 and $78. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Maputo.

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

Every day, the Pietermaritzburg to Maputo bus route is served by approximately 2 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Pietermaritzburg to Maputo is offered by Intercape and takes 11h 5m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $31. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Pietermaritzburg to Maputo?

The earliest bus arriving in Maputo from Pietermaritzburg starts at 5:25 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 Maputo?

The latest bus trip departing from Pietermaritzburg for Maputo starts at 9:15 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 Maputo route?

When traveling by bus from Pietermaritzburg to Maputo, passengers can travel with Intercape. 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 Maputo?

You can check all the direct connections between Pietermaritzburg and Maputo 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.

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

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Pietermaritzburg to Maputo?

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Pietermaritzburg and to Maputo

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