Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage) | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage) | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage) | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Intercape Office, Queens Drive (Queenstown Station) | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Intercape Office, Queens Drive (Queenstown Station) | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 7:45 AM SAST.
Get from Queenstown to Pietermaritzburg
The journey takes about 9 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Queenstown and Pietermaritzburg?
Stops in Queenstown
- A14 Queens Dr, Queenstown, 5320, South Africa
- B
Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage)
Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage), Queenstown, 5320, South Africa - CQueenstown, 5320, South Africa
- D
Greyhound Office
17 Shepstone St, Queenstown, 5320, South Africa
Stops in Pietermaritzburg
- A
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Intercape Office, 269 Burger St, Pietermaritzburg, 3201, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Queenstown, ZA to Pietermaritzburg 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 Queenstown to Pietermaritzburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Queenstown to Pietermaritzburg start from $55. The average price for this route is around $88. 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 Queenstown to Pietermaritzburg?
The average bus travel time from Queenstown to Pietermaritzburg is 9h 50m, covering a distance of 421 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 50m and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Queenstown to Pietermaritzburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Big Sky, Eagle Liner, Intercape, ilulaBus, Intercity Xpress.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Queenstown to Pietermaritzburg?
The earliest bus departs from Queenstown to Pietermaritzburg at 7:10am. And the latest bus departs at 7:40am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Queenstown to Pietermaritzburg?
A bus trip from Queenstown to Pietermaritzburg generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Queenstown to Pietermaritzburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3118 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Queenstown to Pietermaritzburg?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Queenstown to Pietermaritzburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Queenstown to Pietermaritzburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Queenstown, ZA to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $71To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Queenstown, ZA to Pietermaritzburg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $71 to $160 for a bus ticket from Queenstown, ZA to Pietermaritzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $71 which is on 2025-12-17.
