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Port Elizabeth to Pietermaritzburg

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11 h 47 min
841 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Port Elizabeth to Pietermaritzburg

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Cheapest
By car (841 km)
11 h 47 min
841 km.
from $46
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Rideshare
11 h 47 min
841 km.
from $10.97
Bus
14 h 12 min
660 km.
from $65.57
Bus, Plane
4 h 55 min
660 km.
from $123.60

Transport providers

Airlines

Safair

Website:
flysafair.co.za/
Plane from Port Elizabeth to King
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.35–$206.52

Airlink

Phone:
+27 11 451 7300
Website:
flyairlink.com/
Plane from Port Elizabeth to Pietermaritzburg
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$59.78–$402.17
Plane from Port Elizabeth to King
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$70.65–$315.22

Bus operators

Greyhound ZA

Phone:
+27 11 611 8000
Email:
Website:
greyhound.co.za
Bus from Tsolo to Pietermaritzburg
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.65–$34.78
Bus from Durban to Pietermaritzburg
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.57–$28.26

TransLux Express

Phone:
+27 86 158 9282
Website:
res.prasa.com/translux/booking
Bus from Port Elizabeth Station to Tsolo
Ave. Duration:
8h 2m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.30–$22.83

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Port Elizabeth to Pietermaritzburg?

The cheapest way to get from Port Elizabeth to Pietermaritzburg is to bus which costs $36.96 - $59.78 and takes 14h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Port Elizabeth to Pietermaritzburg?

The fastest way to get from Port Elizabeth to Pietermaritzburg is to fly which takes 3h 44m and costs $59.78 - $173.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Port Elizabeth and Pietermaritzburg?

No, there is no direct bus from Port Elizabeth station to Pietermaritzburg. However, there are services departing from Port Elizabeth Station and arriving at Pietermaritzburg via Tsolo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 12m.

How far is it from Port Elizabeth to Pietermaritzburg?

The distance between Port Elizabeth and Pietermaritzburg is 669 km. The road distance is 841.8 km.

How do I travel from Port Elizabeth to Pietermaritzburg without a car?

The best way to get from Port Elizabeth to Pietermaritzburg without a car is to bus which takes 14h 12m and costs $36.96 - $59.78 .

How long does it take to get from Port Elizabeth to Pietermaritzburg?

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Port Elizabeth to Pietermaritzburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Port Elizabeth to Pietermaritzburg bus from?

Port Elizabeth to Pietermaritzburg bus services, operated by TransLux Express, depart from Port Elizabeth Station.

Bus or fly from Port Elizabeth to Pietermaritzburg?

The best way to get from Port Elizabeth to Pietermaritzburg is to fly which takes 3h 44m and costs $59.78 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $36.96 - $59.78 and takes 14h 12m.

Where does the Port Elizabeth to Pietermaritzburg bus arrive?

Port Elizabeth to Pietermaritzburg bus services, operated by TransLux Express, arrive at Tsolo station.

Can I drive from Port Elizabeth to Pietermaritzburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Port Elizabeth to Pietermaritzburg is 842 km. It takes approximately 11h 47m to drive from Port Elizabeth to Pietermaritzburg.

Where can I stay near Pietermaritzburg?

There are 234+ hotels available in Pietermaritzburg. Prices start at $29.07 per night.
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