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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: June 5 at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201
    Arrival time: June 5 at
    Destination city: Johannesburg South
    Destination location: JOHANNESBURG SOUTH - SOUTHGATE MALL MCDONALDS, RIFLE RANGE ROAD, MONDEOR, JOHANNESBURG SOUTH, 2091
    Operated by: Intercity XpressIntercity Xpress
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Bus Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg South: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$21
Average Bus Trip Duration8h 10m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure9:40am
Distance440 km

Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg South Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Pietermaritzburg - Johannesburg South

  1. How long is the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg South?

    The bus ride from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg South takes 8h 10m, on average. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Johannesburg South in about 8h 10m.

  2. How far is Pietermaritzburg from Johannesburg South?

    The distance covered from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg South is 443 km (275 miles).

  3. What is the cheapest way to go from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg South?

    Taking the bus is the most budget-friendly option to travel from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg South. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$17, making this your best choice for this trip.

  4. How much does it cost to take the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg South?

    The bus fare from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg South is approximately US$21.

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

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06-02
US$16
06-03
US$18
Today
US$15
06-05
US$16
06-06
US$18
06-07
US$16
06-08
US$18
06-09
US$18
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg South was searched and found on Jun 4, 2025 with a price of US$15

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

You can expect to pay from US$15 to US$18 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg South based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$16 which is on 2025-06-05.

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