Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg

Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg

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Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg Schedule

Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Airlink Economy 06:50 - 17:40ZAR 5,369
Intercape Luxury 08:10 - 10:10ZAR 847
CemAir Economy 14:00 - 19:35ZAR 4,021
Airlink Economy 17:55 - 07:55ZAR 4,043
Intercape Mainliner 18:30 - 17:30ZAR 1,265
South African Airways Economy 21:15 - 07:55ZAR 5,435

Transportation from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg

Facts about the transport from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg

Cheapest Transport$43
Fastest Transport2h
Earliest Departure7:30 AM
Latest Departure9:15 PM
Departures per day2
Distance100 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAirlink, CemAir, Intercape, South African Airways

How to get from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg

When you want to get from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Bus. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 46.36. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 42.79.

How far is Cape Town from Pietermaritzburg?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg. Your trip will be a total of 63 miles (100 km). The flying distance is 63 miles (100 km).

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

The travel time from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 24 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg?

The cost of the trip from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Intercape: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 42.79 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 46.36.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg:

  • Bus tickets - USD 42.79 to USD 46.36;
  • flight price: USD 287.59 - USD 293.64. From Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg starting from 19:15 Cape Town Airport until 21:15 Cape Town Airport

How many trips per day are there between Cape Town and Pietermaritzburg?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 07:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 17:30. There are 2 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.
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The most popular transport from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.