What is the cheapest way to get from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg?

The cheapest way to get from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg is to car train which costs R 170 - R 360 and takes 23h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg?

The fastest way to get from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg is to fly which takes 1h 29m and costs R 2 100 - R 3 200.

Is there a direct bus between Johannesburg and Pietermaritzburg?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Johannesburg and arriving at Pietermaritzburg. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Johannesburg and Pietermaritzburg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Johannesburg and arriving at Pietermaritzburg. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 23h 41m.

How far is it from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg?

The distance between Johannesburg and Pietermaritzburg is 470 km. The road distance is 490 km.

How do I travel from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg without a car?

The best way to get from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg without a car is to bus which takes 6h 30m and costs R 290 - R 650.

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

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg bus from?

Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, depart from Johannesburg station.

Where do I catch the Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg train from?

Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg train services, operated by Shosholoza Meyl, depart from Johannesburg station.

Bus or fly from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg?

The best way to get from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg is to fly which takes 1h 29m and costs R 2 100 - R 3 200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 290 - R 650 and takes 6h 30m.

Where does the Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg bus arrive?

Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, arrive at Pietermaritzburg station.

Where does the Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg train arrive?

Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg train services, operated by Shosholoza Meyl, arrive at Pietermaritzburg station.

Can I drive from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg is 490 km. It takes approximately 5h 28m to drive from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg.

How do I get a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg?

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Where can I stay near Pietermaritzburg?

There are 315+ hotels available in Pietermaritzburg.

Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg - 5 ways to travel via plane, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg by plane, bus (Greyhound), car train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Pietermaritzburg (PZB)plane JNB - PZB
1h 29m
R 2,101–3,174
Car train
cheapest
1. Take the cartrain from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburgcartrain
23h 41m
R 170–360
Bus
1. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburgbus
6h 30m
R 290–650
Drive 490 km
1. Drive from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburgcar 490 km
5h 28m
R 1,096–1,583
Drive via Germiston 481.4 km
1. Drive from Germiston to Pietermaritzburgcar 481.4 km
5h 49m
R 1,057–1,660

Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg by bus

175Weekly Buses

6h 30mAverage Duration

R 290Cheapest Price

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Distance: 470.5 km
Duration: 1h 29m

What companies run services between Johannesburg, South Africa and Pietermaritzburg, South Africa?

Airlink flies from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Pietermaritzburg (PZB) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Eagle Liner operates a bus from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg hourly. Tickets cost R 290–500 and the journey takes 6h 30m. Greyhound ZA also services this route 3 times a day.

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