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Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | |||
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Average Price$25 - $41 | Average Duration3h 55m | 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | FastestMost eco-friendly | ||
Shuttle | Average Price$24 - $30 | Average Duration3h 55m | 5kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars | Cheapest |
Among the sustainable travel choices, the shuttle stands out as the good way to reach Empangeni. The journey takes about 3 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Pietermaritzburg to Empangeni: Trip Overview
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Intercape Mainliner Pietermaritzburg Empangeni recent customer reviews
Driver was friendly and helpful, felt safe on the trip,
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You can expect to pay from $29 to $48 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 $29 which is on 2025-07-01.
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The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
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