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

The cheapest way to get from Pietermaritzburg to Mbombela is to bus via Burger St which costs R 500 - R 1 100 and takes 12h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pietermaritzburg to Mbombela is to fly which takes 3h 45m and costs R 2 500 - R 8 000.

Is there a direct bus between Pietermaritzburg and Mbombela?

No, there is no direct bus from Pietermaritzburg to Mbombela. However, there are services departing from Pietermaritzburg and arriving at Nelspruit via Johannesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 40m.

How far is it from Pietermaritzburg to Mbombela?

The distance between Pietermaritzburg and Mbombela is 510 km. The road distance is 601.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Pietermaritzburg to Mbombela without a car is to bus which takes 11h 40m and costs R 550 - R 1 000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Pietermaritzburg to Mbombela, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pietermaritzburg to Mbombela bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Pietermaritzburg to Mbombela?

The best way to get from Pietermaritzburg to Mbombela is to fly which takes 3h 45m and costs R 2 500 - R 8 000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 550 - R 1 000 and takes 11h 40m.

Where does the Pietermaritzburg to Mbombela bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pietermaritzburg to Mbombela?

Yes, the driving distance between Pietermaritzburg to Mbombela is 602 km. It takes approximately 8h 17m to drive from Pietermaritzburg to Mbombela.

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

Book your Pietermaritzburg to Mbombela bus tickets online with 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Mbombela?

There are 466+ hotels available in Mbombela.

Pietermaritzburg to Mbombela - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, car

How to get fromPietermaritzburg to Mbombela

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Pietermaritzburg (PZB) to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP)plane PZB - MQP
3h 45m
R 2,537–7,912
Bus via Burger St
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Burger St to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Nelspruitbus
12h 10m
R 547–1,097
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Nelspruitbus
11h 40m
R 570–955
Drive 601.9 km
1. Drive from Pietermaritzburg to Mbombelacar 601.9 km
8h 17m
R 1,366–1,973
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Pietermaritzburg to Nelspruitshuttle
9h 50m
R 700–950

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP) flights

16Weekly Planes

4h 3mAverage Duration

R 2,286Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Pietermaritzburg to Mbombela.

Launch map view

Distance: 509.6 km
Duration: 3h 45m

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

Airlink flies from Pietermaritzburg (PZB) to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pietermaritzburg to Nelspruit via Johannesburg in around 11h 40m.

Airlines