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What is the best way to travel from East London to Pietermaritzburg?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Flights for the journey to Pietermaritzburg from East London. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
9h 5m
$19
$22
15
Flight
5h 5m
$124
$148
17

What is the cheapest way to reach Pietermaritzburg from East London?

You can get to Pietermaritzburg with just $19 by taking a Bus from Intercape, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Saturday
from $23
Sunday
from $19
Monday
from $19
Tuesday
from $28
Wednesday
from $23
Thursday
from $22
Friday
from $20

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Intercape
    9h 5m
    0
    10:30 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    7:35 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $23
  • Intercape
    9h 25m
    0
    12:20 AM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    9:45 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $26

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • Intercape
    9h 25m
    0
    12:20 AM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    9:45 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $19
  • Intercape
    9h 55m
    0
    2:10 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    12:05 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $19
  • Intercape
    9h 40m
    0
    2:25 PM
    East London
    Station
    12:05 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $19
  • Big Sky Intercity
    9h 55m
    0
    2:10 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    12:05 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    $20
  • Big Sky Intercity
    9h 40m
    0
    2:25 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    12:05 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    $20

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Intercape
    9h 55m
    0
    2:10 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    12:05 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $19
  • Big Sky Intercity
    9h 55m
    0
    2:10 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    12:05 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    $20
  • Big Sky Intercity
    9h 40m
    0
    2:25 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    12:05 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    $20
  • Intercape
    9h 40m
    0
    2:25 PM
    East London
    Station
    12:05 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $21
  • Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Safair
    5h 40m
    0
    1:40 PM
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    7:20 PM
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from $124
  • Safair
    16h 5m
    0
    4:00 PM
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    8:05 AM
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from $124
  • South African Airlink
    6h 25m
    0
    7:15 AM
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    1:40 PM
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    0
    South African Airlink
    Economy
    from $127
  • South African Airlink
    6h 45m
    0
    12:35 PM
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    7:20 PM
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    0
    South African Airlink
    Economy
    from $143
  • CemAir
    12h 20m
    0
    7:00 AM
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    7:20 PM
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    0
    CemAir
    Economy
    from $153

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • Intercape
    9h 5m
    0
    10:30 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    7:35 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $28
  • Intercape
    9h 25m
    0
    12:20 AM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    9:45 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $34

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Intercape
    9h 5m
    0
    10:30 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    7:35 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $23
  • Intercape
    9h 25m
    0
    12:20 AM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    9:45 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $24
  • Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • South African Airlink
    5h 5m
    0
    12:35 PM
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    5:40 PM
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    0
    South African Airlink
    Economy
    from $135
  • Safair
    14h 0m
    0
    6:05 PM
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    8:05 AM
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from $145
  • CemAir
    10h 40m
    0
    7:00 AM
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    5:40 PM
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    0
    CemAir
    Economy
    from $151
  • Safair
    15h 5m
    0
    5:00 PM
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    8:05 AM
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from $151
  • South African Airlink
    10h 25m
    0
    7:15 AM
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    5:40 PM
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    0
    South African Airlink
    Economy
    from $182

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • Intercape
    9h 25m
    0
    12:20 AM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    9:45 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $22
  • Intercape
    9h 5m
    0
    10:30 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    7:35 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $23

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • Intercape
    9h 25m
    0
    12:20 AM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    9:45 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $20
  • Big Sky Intercity
    9h 55m
    0
    2:10 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    12:05 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    $20
  • Big Sky Intercity
    9h 40m
    0
    2:25 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    12:05 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    $20
  • Intercape
    9h 55m
    0
    2:10 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    12:05 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $21
  • Intercape
    9h 40m
    0
    2:25 PM
    East London
    Station
    12:05 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $21
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • South African Airlink
    5h 5m
    0
    12:35 PM
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    5:40 PM
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    0
    South African Airlink
    Economy
    from $128
  • Safair
    28h 10m
    0
    9:30 AM
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    1:40 PM
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from $137
  • Safair
    24h 0m
    0
    1:40 PM
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    1:40 PM
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from $137
  • South African Airlink
    10h 25m
    0
    7:15 AM
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    5:40 PM
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    0
    South African Airlink
    Economy
    from $142
  • CemAir
    9h 40m
    0
    8:00 AM
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    5:40 PM
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    0
    CemAir
    Economy
    from $237

What are the fastest trips from East London to Pietermaritzburg?

You can get to Pietermaritzburg from East London in just 5h 5m with a Flight from South African Airlink. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Saturday
from 9h 5m
Sunday
from 9h 25m
Monday
from 5h 40m
Tuesday
from 9h 5m
Wednesday
from 5h 5m
Thursday
from 9h 5m
Friday
from 5h 5m

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Intercape
    9h 5m
    0
    10:30 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    7:35 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $23
  • Intercape
    9h 25m
    0
    12:20 AM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    9:45 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $26

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • Intercape
    9h 25m
    0
    12:20 AM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    9:45 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $19
  • Intercape
    9h 40m
    0
    2:25 PM
    East London
    Station
    12:05 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $19
  • Big Sky Intercity
    9h 40m
    0
    2:25 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    12:05 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    $20
  • Intercape
    9h 55m
    0
    2:10 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    12:05 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $19
  • Big Sky Intercity
    9h 55m
    0
    2:10 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    12:05 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    $20

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Safair
    5h 40m
    0
    1:40 PM
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    7:20 PM
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from $124
  • South African Airlink
    6h 25m
    0
    7:15 AM
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    1:40 PM
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    0
    South African Airlink
    Economy
    from $127
  • South African Airlink
    6h 45m
    0
    12:35 PM
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    7:20 PM
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    0
    South African Airlink
    Economy
    from $143
  • CemAir
    12h 20m
    0
    7:00 AM
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    7:20 PM
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    0
    CemAir
    Economy
    from $153
  • Safair
    16h 5m
    0
    4:00 PM
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    8:05 AM
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from $124
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • Big Sky Intercity
    9h 40m
    0
    2:25 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    12:05 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    $20
  • Intercape
    9h 40m
    0
    2:25 PM
    East London
    Station
    12:05 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $21
  • Intercape
    9h 55m
    0
    2:10 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    12:05 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $19
  • Big Sky Intercity
    9h 55m
    0
    2:10 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    12:05 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    $20

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • Intercape
    9h 5m
    0
    10:30 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    7:35 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $28
  • Intercape
    9h 25m
    0
    12:20 AM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    9:45 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $34

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • South African Airlink
    5h 5m
    0
    12:35 PM
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    5:40 PM
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    0
    South African Airlink
    Economy
    from $135
  • South African Airlink
    10h 25m
    0
    7:15 AM
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    5:40 PM
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    0
    South African Airlink
    Economy
    from $182
  • CemAir
    10h 40m
    0
    7:00 AM
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    5:40 PM
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    0
    CemAir
    Economy
    from $151
  • Safair
    14h 0m
    0
    6:05 PM
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    8:05 AM
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from $145
  • Safair
    15h 5m
    0
    5:00 PM
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    8:05 AM
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from $151
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • Intercape
    9h 5m
    0
    10:30 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    7:35 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $23
  • Intercape
    9h 25m
    0
    12:20 AM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    9:45 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $24

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • Intercape
    9h 5m
    0
    10:30 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    7:35 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $23
  • Intercape
    9h 25m
    0
    12:20 AM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    9:45 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $22

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • South African Airlink
    5h 5m
    0
    12:35 PM
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    5:40 PM
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    0
    South African Airlink
    Economy
    from $128
  • CemAir
    9h 40m
    0
    8:00 AM
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    5:40 PM
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    0
    CemAir
    Economy
    from $237
  • South African Airlink
    10h 25m
    0
    7:15 AM
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    5:40 PM
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    0
    South African Airlink
    Economy
    from $142
  • Safair
    24h 0m
    0
    1:40 PM
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    1:40 PM
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from $137
  • Safair
    28h 10m
    0
    9:30 AM
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    1:40 PM
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    Pietermaritzburg Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from $137
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • Intercape
    9h 25m
    0
    12:20 AM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    9:45 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $20
  • Big Sky Intercity
    9h 40m
    0
    2:25 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    12:05 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    $20
  • Intercape
    9h 40m
    0
    2:25 PM
    East London
    Station
    12:05 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $21
  • Big Sky Intercity
    9h 55m
    0
    2:10 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    12:05 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    $20
  • Intercape
    9h 55m
    0
    2:10 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    12:05 AM
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $21
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from East London to Pietermaritzburg

What are the most popular stations in East London and Pietermaritzburg?

In East London, you will usually depart from Intercape Office Bus Station, Bus Stop or Windmill Mall, while in Pietermaritzburg you will be arriving at Burger St. Bus Station, Hollywoodbets Scottsville Racecourse or Train station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Pietermaritzburg from East London? With 6 connections between 2 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between East London and Pietermaritzburg, you can pay as low as $19 with a Bus from Intercape.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from South African Airlink: you will get to Pietermaritzburg in just 5h 5m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting East London and Pietermaritzburg are Intercape, Big Sky Intercity and Safair, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in East London and Pietermaritzburg is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from East London Airport or to Pietermaritzburg Airport, and look at flights from East London Airport, and landing at Pietermaritzburg Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from East London to Pietermaritzburg?

The most popular companies between East London and Pietermaritzburg, are Intercape, Big Sky Intercity and Safair. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Intercape and Big Sky Intercity

Airlines: Safair, South African Airlink and CemAir

All you need to know when you travel from East London to Pietermaritzburg

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from East London to Pietermaritzburg. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from East London to Pietermaritzburg

How can I reach Pietermaritzburg from East London?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Pietermaritzburg from East London.

How far is Pietermaritzburg from East London?

The distance between East London and Pietermaritzburg is 278.1 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between East London and Pietermaritzburg?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 12 kgs of CO2, a train 16 kgs, a car 76 kgs, and a flight 110 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from East London to Pietermaritzburg?

You can get to Pietermaritzburg with just $19 by taking a Bus from Intercape.

What is the fastest way to get from East London to Pietermaritzburg?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Pietermaritzburg in just 5h 5m with a Flight from South African Airlink.

More routes to East London and to Pietermaritzburg

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to East London and to Pietermaritzburg. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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