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Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg

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15 h 55 min
1558 km.
from $85
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Seven ways to Travel from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg

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Cheapest
By car (1 558 km)
15 h 55 min
1558 km.
from $85
Fastest
Plane to Pietermaritzburg
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Other
Rideshare
15 h 55 min
1558 km.
from $20.32
Bus (Bus #2)
30 h 15 min
1228 km.
from $78.43
Bus (Bus)
26 h 15 min
1228 km.
from $90.83
Bus, Plane
5 h 47 min
1227 km.
from $100.95
Bus via Mthatha
27 h 25 min
1228 km.
from $57.28

Transport providers

Airlines

FlexFlight ApS

Website:
flexflight.dk/
Plane from Cape Town International Airport to King
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.35–$358.70

Safair

Website:
flysafair.co.za/
Plane from Cape Town International Airport to King
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$36.96–$184.78

CemAir

Website:
flycemair.co.za/
Plane from Cape Town International Airport to King
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.35–$260.87

Airlink

Phone:
+27 11 451 7300
Website:
flyairlink.com/
Plane from Cape Town International Airport to Pietermaritzburg
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$65.22–$597.83

Global Aviation

Website:
g-airways.com/
Plane from Cape Town International Airport to King
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.35–$358.70

Bus operators

Greyhound ZA

Phone:
+27 11 611 8000
Email:
Website:
greyhound.co.za
Bus from Umzikhulu to Pietermaritzburg
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.74–$31.52
Bus from Durban to Pietermaritzburg
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$20.65–$29.35
Bus from Mthatha to Pietermaritzburg
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$22.83–$36.96

Eagle Liner

Phone:
+27 87 150 1895
Email:
Website:
eagleliner.co.za
Bus from Cape Town to Umtata
Ave. Duration:
20h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.74–$59.78
Bus from Durban Bus Stn to Burger
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$2.17–$22.83

TransLux Express

Phone:
+27 86 158 9282
Website:
res.prasa.com/translux/booking
Bus from Cape Town to Portshepstone
Ave. Duration:
23h 32m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.35–$46.74
Bus from Cape Town to Durban
Ave. Duration:
25h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.35–$46.74

Vilamora Tours

Phone:
087 153 3388
Email:
Website:
vila-mora.co.za/
Bus from Durban Bus Stn to Burger
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.30–$22.83

City to City

Phone:
+27 11 774 3333
Website:
res.prasa.com/citytocity/booking
Bus from Durban Bus Stn to Burger
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$10.87–$14.13

InterCape

Phone:
+27 (0)21 380 4400
Email:
Website:
intercape.co.za
Bus from Cape Town to Durban
Ave. Duration:
28h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$34.78–$70.65

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg?

The cheapest way to get from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg is to bus which costs $31.52 - $92.39 and takes 30h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg?

The fastest way to get from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg is to fly which takes 4h 16m and costs $108.70 - $652.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Cape Town and Pietermaritzburg?

No, there is no direct bus from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg. However, there are services departing from Cape Town and arriving at Pietermaritzburg via Umzikhulu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 15m.

How far is it from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg?

The distance between Cape Town and Pietermaritzburg is 1236 km. The road distance is 1558.8 km.

How do I travel from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg without a car?

The best way to get from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg without a car is to bus which takes 26h 15m and costs $51.09 - $81.52 .

How long does it take to get from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg?

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg bus from?

Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg bus services, operated by TransLux Express, depart from Cape Town station.

Bus or fly from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg?

The best way to get from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg is to fly which takes 4h 16m and costs $108.70 - $652.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $51.09 - $81.52 and takes 26h 15m.

Where does the Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg bus arrive?

Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg bus services, operated by TransLux Express, arrive at Portshepstone station.

What is the time difference between Cape Town and Pietermaritzburg?

It is currently 10:43 at both, Cape Town and Pietermaritzburg.

Can I drive from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg is 1559 km. It takes approximately 16h 47m to drive from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg.

Where can I stay near Pietermaritzburg?

There are 229+ hotels available in Pietermaritzburg. Prices start at $30.05 per night.
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