How much is the bus ticket from Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg?

The cheapest bus tickets from Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg start from $31. 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 Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg?

The average bus trip duration from Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg is 12h 10m, covering a distance of 342 miles (551 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 45m and is operated by Intercape .

Which bus companies service the Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , APM WC .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg?

The earliest bus departs from Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg at 7:50pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:35pm.

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

A bus trip from Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg generates an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 45773 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Intercape , with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg from $31 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg on January 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:35pm	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	12h 10m	9:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Cheapest
Bus	7:50pm	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	11h 45m	7:35am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Fastest
Bus	7:50pm	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	11h 45m	7:35am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	9:35pm	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	12h 10m	9:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	9:35pm	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	12h 10m	9:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags

Next departures for Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg on January 31
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:50pm	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	11h 45m	7:35am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Cheapest
Bus	7:50pm	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	11h 45m	7:35am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Fastest
Bus	7:50pm	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	11h 45m	7:35am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	9:35pm	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	12h 10m	9:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	9:35pm	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	12h 10m	9:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:22 AM SAST.

Get from Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 12 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

12h 10mAverage Duration

342 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Grahamstown and Pietermaritzburg?

Stops in Grahamstown

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The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street, Grahamstown, Makhanda, 6139, South Africa
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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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Intercape

3.5/545,773 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Users have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting the friendly and attentive nature of the driver. The comfort and peacefulness of Intercape's Mainliner were also appreciated by travelers. However, some users noted discomfort during long rides due to seats that did not recline properly.

Intercape Mainliner Grahamstown Pietermaritzburg recent customer reviews

Terrible. I enjoyed nothing. The bus was delayed for 4 hours and the toilet was filthy.

Mbali N.

December 1, 2025

At the pickup point the staff said its not the bus for me to get on but it ended up being the correct bus after multiple time me asked ng them to check properly. No ventilation or Aircon in the stuffy bus. At least I arrived safely at my destination but it was not a comfortable experience

Deseree T.

November 16, 2025

I was travelling from Grahamstown, Eastern Cape to Pietermartizburg,Kwa Zulu Natal. Firstly a bus arrived on time and denied being the bus of departure and left us stranded there. After 25 minutes another bus arrives which now late and boards us in. Arrival time of the ticket was 7:35am, at 7:35am the bus was at its stop in Kokstad. I had a family commitment to attend at 10am which was the time we passed Richmond I'm so disappointed in the service. On the way the driver and conductor were careless and ignorant the bus was driving off road, at some point another car stopped us to let us know that the suite case compartment was not closed upon entering the bus driver and taxi was faced head to head the nearly swiped that taxi of its wheels. I honestly did not know that Intercape was a bus service for imbeciles please let us know next time. There was no communication whatsoever about the reasons of being late. The worst ever! Arriving at the destination 3 hours late has no excuse there wasn't even traffic those drivers had no idea where they were going.

Thobeka M.

April 18, 2025

APM WC

2/53,119 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi0.5

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Grahamstown 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 Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg start from $31. 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 Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg?
The average bus trip duration from Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg is 12h 10m, covering a distance of 342 miles (551 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 45m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg?
The earliest bus departs from Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg at 7:50pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg?
A bus trip from Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg generates an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 45773 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01/27

$34

01/28

$29

Today

$36

01/30

$36

01/31

$32

02/01

$34

02/02

$34

02/03

$34

The cheapest trip from Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on Jan 28, 2026 with a price of $29

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

You can expect to pay from $29 to $49 for a bus ticket from Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2026-01-31.