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

The cheapest way to get from Pietermaritzburg to Polokwane is to bus which costs R 550 - R 800 and takes 12h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pietermaritzburg to Polokwane is to fly which takes 3h 24m and costs R 4 200 - R 6 000.

Is there a direct bus between Pietermaritzburg and Polokwane?

No, there is no direct bus from Pietermaritzburg to Polokwane. However, there are services departing from Pietermaritzburg and arriving at Polokwane via Pretoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 34m.

How far is it from Pietermaritzburg to Polokwane?

The distance between Pietermaritzburg and Polokwane is 660 km. The road distance is 786.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Pietermaritzburg to Polokwane without a car is to bus which takes 12h 34m and costs R 550 - R 800.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Pietermaritzburg to Polokwane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pietermaritzburg to Polokwane bus from?

Pietermaritzburg to Polokwane bus services, operated by City to City, depart from Pietermaritzburg station.

Bus or fly from Pietermaritzburg to Polokwane?

The best way to get from Pietermaritzburg to Polokwane is to fly which takes 3h 24m and costs R 4 200 - R 6 000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 550 - R 800 and takes 12h 34m.

Where does the Pietermaritzburg to Polokwane bus arrive?

Pietermaritzburg to Polokwane bus services, operated by City to City, arrive at Pretoria station.

Can I drive from Pietermaritzburg to Polokwane?

Yes, the driving distance between Pietermaritzburg to Polokwane is 787 km. It takes approximately 8h 41m to drive from Pietermaritzburg to Polokwane.

Where can I stay near Polokwane?

There are 270+ hotels available in Polokwane.

Pietermaritzburg to Polokwane - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Pietermaritzburg to Polokwane by plane, bus, car, train, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Pietermaritzburg (PZB) to Gateway International Airport (PTG)plane PZB - PTG
3h 24m
R 4,202–5,627
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Pretoriabus
2. Take the bus from Pretoria to Polokwanebus
12h 34m
R 563–790
Drive 786.8 km
1. Drive from Pietermaritzburg to Polokwanecar 786.8 km
8h 41m
R 1,785–2,578
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the train from Park to Pretoriatrain
3. Take the bus from Pretoria to Polokwanebus
12h 49m
R 645–985
Bus via Johannesburg
1. Take the bus from Burger St to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Polokwanebus
13h 3m
R 567–1,047
Bus via Midrand
1. Take the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Midrandbus
2. Take the bus from Midrand to Polokwanebus
14h 10m
R 582–1,435

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) to Gateway International Airport (PTG) flights

13Weekly Planes

4h 21mAverage Duration

R 4,140Cheapest Price

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Distance: 659.8 km
Duration: 3h 24m

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

Airlink flies from Pietermaritzburg (PZB) to Gateway International Airport (PTG) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pietermaritzburg to Polokwane via Pretoria in around 12h 34m.

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