Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

Pietermaritzburg
Johannesburg
Sun, Jul 7
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$19
 
 
$43

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Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg Schedule

Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
APM WC Luxury 01:20 - 05:00ZAR 572
African Passenger Motors Luxury 02:00 - 05:40ZAR 242
Airlink Economy #4Z73006:45 - 07:50ZAR 2,131
Eagle Liner Luxury 08:35 - 15:55ZAR 412
Eagle Liner Luxury 11:50 - 15:55ZAR 412
Intercape Mainliner 12:20 - 19:35ZAR 352
Citiliner Plus Luxury 14:00 - 17:00ZAR 360
Airlink Economy #4Z74217:05 - 18:10ZAR 2,223
Intercape Mainliner 19:50 - 14:30ZAR 682
Intercape Luxury 21:15 - 06:10ZAR 495
Big Sky Express Luxury 23:20 - 06:15ZAR 418

Transportation from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

Facts about the transport from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

Cheapest Transport$19
Fastest Transport1h 5m
Earliest Departure6:45 AM
Latest Departure11:55 PM
Departures per day33
Distance933 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAirlink, APM WC, Big Tree, Citiliner Plus, Eagle Liner, Greyhound Premium, Intercape, Intercity Xpress

How to get from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

When you want to get from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 42.45. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 18.01.

How far is Pietermaritzburg from Johannesburg?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg. Your trip will be a total of 580 miles (933 km). The flying distance is 573 miles (921 km).

How long does it take to get from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg?

The travel time from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 19 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg?

The cost of the trip from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Intercape: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 18.01 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 42.45.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg:

  • Bus tickets - USD 18.01 to USD 42.45;
  • Plane tickets - USD 119.33 to USD 174.23;

How many trips per day are there between Pietermaritzburg and Johannesburg?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 08:35 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:55. There are 33 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 119.33.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

Airlink

Buses

Taking a bus from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.
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The most popular transport from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.