Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

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Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg Schedule

Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Intercape Mainliner 01:00 - 08:00ZAR 554
African Passenger Motors Luxury 02:00 - 05:40ZAR 330
Airlink Economy #4Z73207:00 - 08:05ZAR 2,402
Intercape Luxury 09:20 - 16:35ZAR 374
Intercape Mainliner 10:20 - 17:05ZAR 374
Big Sky Express Luxury 13:20 - 20:05ZAR 418
APM WC Luxury Coach 14:00 - 18:00ZAR 880
Airlink Economy #4Z74217:05 - 18:10ZAR 2,223
Intercape Luxury 19:50 - 14:30ZAR 748
Citiliner Plus Luxury 21:30 - 05:00ZAR 389
Big Tree Luxury Coach 22:20 - 06:05ZAR 763

Transportation from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

Facts about the transport from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

Cheapest Transport$18
Fastest Transport1h 5m
Earliest Departure1:00 午前
Latest Departure11:55 午後
Departures per day34
Distance933 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAirlink, APM WC, Big Sky Express, Big Tree, Citiliner Plus, Eagle Liner, Greyhound Premium, Intercape, Intercity Xpress

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How to get from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

When you want to get from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg, 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 Flight. 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 48.64. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 17.54.

How far is Pietermaritzburg from Johannesburg?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg. Your trip will be a total of 580 miles (933 km). The flying distance is 573 miles (921 km).

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

The travel time from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 19 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg?

The cost of the trip from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Big Sky Express: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 17.54 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 48.64.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 17.54 to USD 48.63;
  • Plane tickets - USD 116.22 to USD 169.69;

How many trips per day are there between Pietermaritzburg and Johannesburg?

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 01:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:55. There are 34 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 116.22.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

Airlink

Buses

Taking a bus from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg 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 Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg? 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.