What is the cheapest way to get from East London to Pietermaritzburg?

The cheapest way to get from East London to Pietermaritzburg is to bus which costs R 750 - R 1 100 and takes 9h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from East London to Pietermaritzburg?

The fastest way to get from East London to Pietermaritzburg is to fly which takes 4h 11m and costs R 1 700 - R 4 600.

Is there a direct bus between East London and Pietermaritzburg?

No, there is no direct bus from East London to Pietermaritzburg. However, there are services departing from East London Windmill and arriving at Pietermaritzburg via Tsolo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 46m.

How far is it from East London to Pietermaritzburg?

The distance between East London and Pietermaritzburg is 463 km. The road distance is 582.3 km.

How do I travel from East London to Pietermaritzburg without a car?

The best way to get from East London to Pietermaritzburg without a car is to bus which takes 9h 46m and costs R 750 - R 1 100.

How long does it take to get from East London to Pietermaritzburg?

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from East London to Pietermaritzburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the East London to Pietermaritzburg bus from?

East London to Pietermaritzburg bus services, operated by TransLux Express, depart from East London Windmill station.

Bus or fly from East London to Pietermaritzburg?

The best way to get from East London to Pietermaritzburg is to fly which takes 4h 11m and costs R 1 700 - R 4 600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 750 - R 1 100 and takes 9h 46m.

Where does the East London to Pietermaritzburg bus arrive?

East London to Pietermaritzburg bus services, operated by TransLux Express, arrive at Tsolo station.

Can I drive from East London to Pietermaritzburg?

Yes, the driving distance between East London to Pietermaritzburg is 582 km. It takes approximately 8h 26m to drive from East London to Pietermaritzburg.

Where can I stay near Pietermaritzburg?

There are 311+ hotels available in Pietermaritzburg.

East London to Pietermaritzburg - 3 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from East London to Pietermaritzburg by plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from East London (ELS) to Pietermaritzburg (PZB)plane ELS - PZB
4h 11m
R 1,698–4,516
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from East London Windmill to Tsolobus
2. Take the bus from Tsolo to Pietermaritzburgbus 17202 / ...
9h 46m
R 769–1,014
Drive 582.3 km
1. Drive from East London to Pietermaritzburgcar 582.3 km
8h 26m
R 1,310–1,892

East London (ELS) to Pietermaritzburg (PZB) flights

19Weekly Planes

4h 49mAverage Duration

R 1,615Cheapest Price

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Distance: 463 km
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between East London, South Africa and Pietermaritzburg, South Africa?

Airlink and Safair fly from East London (ELS) to Pietermaritzburg (PZB) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from East London Windmill to Pietermaritzburg via Tsolo in around 9h 46m.

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