How much is the bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Empangeni?

The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Empangeni start from $34. The average price for this route is around $46. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Pietermaritzburg to Empangeni?

The average bus travel time from Pietermaritzburg to Empangeni is 3h 55m, covering a distance of 175 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 55m and is operated by Intercape .

Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Empangeni route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Empangeni?

The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Empangeni at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 5:35am.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Empangeni?

A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Empangeni generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Pietermaritzburg to Empangeni from $33 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Pietermaritzburg to Empangeni on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:25am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	4h 30m	9:55am	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:35am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	3h 55m	9:30am	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	Fastest
Bus	5:25am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	4h 30m	9:55am	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	No tags
Bus	5:35am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	3h 55m	9:30am	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	No tags
Bus	5:35am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	3h 55m	9:30am	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	No tags

Next departures for Pietermaritzburg to Empangeni on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:25am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	4h 30m	9:55am	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:35am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	3h 55m	9:30am	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	Fastest
Bus	5:35am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	3h 55m	9:30am	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	No tags
Bus	5:35am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	3h 55m	9:30am	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	No tags

Next departures for Pietermaritzburg to Empangeni on December 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:35am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	3h 55m	9:30am	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:35am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	3h 55m	9:30am	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	Fastest
Bus	5:25am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	4h 30m	9:55am	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	No tags
Bus	5:35am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	3h 55m	9:30am	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Pietermaritzburg to Empangeni

We recommend taking the shuttle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the shuttle stands out as a good way to reach Empangeni. The journey takes about 3 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1shuttle per day

3h 55mAverage Duration

175 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$34 - $89	Average Duration3h 55m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average Price$32 - $70	Average Duration3h 55m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Pietermaritzburg and Empangeni?

Stops in Pietermaritzburg

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Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Intercape Office, 269 Burger St, Pietermaritzburg, 3201, South Africa
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Stops in Empangeni

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Art and Cultural History Museum
Museum and Tourist Office, 42 Turnbull Street
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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544,531 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Based on 44531 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at $34

Intercape Mainliner Pietermaritzburg Empangeni recent customer reviews

Driver was friendly and helpful, felt safe on the trip,

Michelle F.

August 5, 2024

ZA Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pietermaritzburg to Empangeni by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Empangeni?
The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Empangeni start from $34. The average price for this route is around $46. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Pietermaritzburg to Empangeni?
The average bus travel time from Pietermaritzburg to Empangeni is 3h 55m, covering a distance of 175 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 55m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Empangeni route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Empangeni?
The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Empangeni at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 5:35am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Empangeni?
A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Empangeni generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-13

$36

12-14

$39

Today

$40

12-16

$35

12-17

No data

12-18

$36

12-19

$39

12-20

$45

The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Empangeni was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $35

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Empangeni, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $35 to $82 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Empangeni based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2025-12-16.