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Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg

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562 km.
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Seven ways to Travel from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg

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Cheapest
By car (562 km)
6 h 22 min
562 km.
from $30
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Plane to Pietermaritzburg
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Other
Rideshare
6 h 22 min
562 km.
from $7.33
Bus (Bus)
11 h 21 min
408 km.
from $60.83
Bus via Vereeniging
10 h 5 min
408 km.
from $49.83
Taxi, Plane
6 h 37 min
407 km.
from $246.34
Bus (Bus #2 (Greyhound))
16 h 45 min
408 km.
from $90.65

Transport providers

Bus operators

Greyhound ZA

Phone:
+27 11 611 8000
Email:
Website:
greyhound.co.za
Bus from Bloemfontein to Vereeniging
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.13–$39.64
Bus from Bloemfontein to Johannesburg
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.41–$40.92
Bus from Johannesburg to Burger
Ave. Duration:
6h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$24.30–$42.20
Bus from Bloemfontein to Mthatha
Ave. Duration:
9h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.97–$51.15
Bus from Mthatha to Pietermaritzburg
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$26.86–$43.48

Eagle Liner

Phone:
+27 87 150 1895
Email:
Website:
eagleliner.co.za
Bus from Total Energies Helmut to Burger
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.35–$30.69
Bus from Bloemfontein to Johannesburg
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.79–$31.97
Bus from Johannesburg to Burger
Ave. Duration:
6h 5m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$16.62–$33.25

Vilamora Tours

Phone:
087 153 3388
Email:
Website:
vila-mora.co.za/
Bus from Johannesburg to Burger
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.62–$31.97

City to City

Phone:
+27 11 774 3333
Website:
res.prasa.com/citytocity/booking
Bus from Bloemfontein to Johannesburg
Ave. Duration:
5h 19m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.62–$20.46

Airlines

Airlink

Phone:
+27 11 451 7300
Website:
flyairlink.com/
Plane from Bloemfontein Airport to Pietermaritzburg
Ave. Duration:
3h 14m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$102.31–$345.29
Plane from Kimberley to Pietermaritzburg
Ave. Duration:
5h 43m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.91–$345.29

Train operators

Shosholoza Meyl

Phone:
011 013 0231
Email:
Website:
res.prasa.com/shosholozameyl/Booking
Train from Bloemfontein to Theunissen
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$7.03–$9.59

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg is to bus which costs $25 - $70.65 and takes 11h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg is to fly which takes 3h 1m and costs $92.39 - $304.35 .

Is there a direct bus between Bloemfontein and Pietermaritzburg?

No, there is no direct bus from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg. However, there are services departing from Bloemfontein and arriving at Burger St via Total Energies Helmut. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 5m.

How far is it from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg?

The distance between Bloemfontein and Pietermaritzburg is 416 km. The road distance is 557.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg without a car is to bus via Vereeniging which takes 10h 5m and costs $36.96 - $59.78 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg bus from?

Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg bus services, operated by Greyhound ZA, depart from Bloemfontein station.

Train, bus or fly from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg?

The best way to get from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg is to fly which takes 3h 1m and costs $92.39 - $304.35 . Alternatively, you can bus via Vereeniging, which costs $36.96 - $59.78 and takes 10h 5m. There are no good options to train between Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg.

Where does the Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg bus arrive?

Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg bus services, operated by Greyhound ZA, arrive at Vereeniging station.

Can I drive from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg is 558 km. It takes approximately 6h 24m to drive from Bloemfontein 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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