Bus Stellenbosch to Pietermaritzburg: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Stellenbosch to Pietermaritzburg

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

today

tomorrow

$83

Sunday

Monday

$71

Tuesday

Wednesday

$94

Thursday

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intercape	25h 45m	8:00 AM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	9:45 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station		Economy	$83	A Bus from Intercape goes from Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/6/2025 8:00:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/7/2025 9:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $83 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intercape	25h 45m	8:00 AM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	9:45 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station		Economy	$71	A Bus from Intercape goes from Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/8/2025 8:00:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/9/2025 9:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $71 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intercape	25h 45m	8:00 AM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	9:45 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station		Economy	$94	A Bus from Intercape goes from Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/10/2025 8:00:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/11/2025 9:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $94 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 45m

Did you know that if you travel from Stellenbosch to Pietermaritzburg via Mount Frere, you can save more than $19? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Computicket
  
  27h 45m
  
  0
  
  6:15 PM
  
  Stellenbosch
  Bus Stop
  
  3:55 PM
  
  Mount Frere
  Main Street
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $53
  
  A Bus from Computicket goes from Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/9/2025 6:15:00 PM to Main Street, Mount Frere (South Africa) arriving at 12/10/2025 3:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 40m
- Busbud
  
  5h 0m
  
  0
  
  5:00 PM
  
  Mount Frere
  Steady Service Station
  
  10:00 PM
  
  Pietermaritzburg
  Burger St. Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $22
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Steady Service Station, Mount Frere (South Africa) at 12/10/2025 5:00:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/10/2025 10:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $22 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
Travel time is 2h 0m longer, but you will save $19

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Stellenbosch to Pietermaritzburg is $59 on 12/2/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Facts about the bus from Stellenbosch to Pietermaritzburg

Compare all providers like Intercape that travel 1 times every day by bus from Stellenbosch to Pietermaritzburg in one click! Book your bus ticket from Stellenbosch to Pietermaritzburg starting from $59!

Cheapest Bus	$59
Fastest Bus	25h 45m
Earliest Bus	8:00 AM
Latest Bus	8:00 AM
Daily Bus Routes	1 Ø
Distance	739.5 miles
Bus Companies	Intercape

Cheapest bus connections from Stellenbosch to Pietermaritzburg

Every day, 1 buses from 1 bus companies leave Stellenbosch for Pietermaritzburg: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/05/2025 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

Friday 12/05

Saturday 12/06

$83

Sunday 12/07

Monday 12/08

$71

Tuesday 12/09

Wednesday 12/10

$94

Thursday 12/11

Friday 12/12

$167

Saturday 12/13

$127

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

How to save money travelling from Stellenbosch to Pietermaritzburg

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 Stellenbosch to Pietermaritzburg 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 Stellenbosch to Pietermaritzburg, 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 Stellenbosch to Pietermaritzburg are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Stellenbosch and Pietermaritzburg

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

Merriman Laan

Bus Stop

Merriman Ave 42

Burger St. Bus Station

Burger Street 269

Montrose Bus Station

Leinster Road

Woodburn Rugby Stadium

Hollywoodbets Scottsville Racecourse

Service and Comfort on the bus from Stellenbosch to Pietermaritzburg

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

FAQs about the Stellenbosch to Pietermaritzburg bus

How much does a Stellenbosch Pietermaritzburg bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $59 and takes 25h 45m to reach Pietermaritzburg. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $59 and $94. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Pietermaritzburg.

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

Every day, the Stellenbosch to Pietermaritzburg bus route is served by approximately 1 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Stellenbosch to Pietermaritzburg is offered by Intercape and takes 25h 45m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $83. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Stellenbosch to Pietermaritzburg?

The earliest bus arriving in Pietermaritzburg from Stellenbosch starts at 8:00 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 Stellenbosch to Pietermaritzburg?

The latest bus trip departing from Stellenbosch for Pietermaritzburg starts at 8:00 AM. 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 Stellenbosch Pietermaritzburg route?

When traveling by bus from Stellenbosch to Pietermaritzburg, 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 Stellenbosch and Pietermaritzburg?

You can check all the direct connections between Stellenbosch and Pietermaritzburg 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 Stellenbosch to Pietermaritzburg 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 Stellenbosch Pietermaritzburg 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 Stellenbosch Pietermaritzburg 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 Stellenbosch to Pietermaritzburg on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Stellenbosch and to Pietermaritzburg

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