Pietermaritzburg to Pretoria

Pietermaritzburg to Pretoria

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$17
 
 
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Pietermaritzburg to Pretoria Schedule

Pietermaritzburg to Pretoria Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Eagle Liner Luxury 01:20 - 06:35ZAR 389
Airlink Economy #4Z73006:45 - 07:50ZAR 2,717
Intercape Mainliner 08:45 - 06:50ZAR 880
Intercape Mainliner 11:50 - 19:50ZAR 594
Intercape Luxury 12:20 - 20:45ZAR 495
Airlink Economy #4Z73614:05 - 15:10ZAR 2,717
Airlink Economy #4Z74418:10 - 19:15ZAR 2,130
Intercity Xpress Luxury 21:50 - 06:15ZAR 440
Big Sky Express Luxury 23:20 - 07:30ZAR 319

Transportation from Pietermaritzburg to Pretoria

Facts about the transport from Pietermaritzburg to Pretoria

Cheapest Transport$17
Fastest Transport1h 5m
Earliest Departure6:45 AM
Latest Departure11:55 PM
Departures per day30
Distance1000 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAirlink, APM WC, Big Tree, Citiliner Plus, Eagle Liner, Greyhound Premium, Intercape, Intercity Xpress

Popular Routes

From Pietermaritzburg

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From Pretoria

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How to get from Pietermaritzburg to Pretoria

When you want to get from Pietermaritzburg to Pretoria, 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 52.92. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 16.61.

How far is Pietermaritzburg from Pretoria?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Pietermaritzburg to Pretoria. Your trip will be a total of 622 miles (1000 km). The flying distance is 573 miles (921 km).

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

The travel time from Pietermaritzburg to Pretoria can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 20 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Pietermaritzburg to Pretoria varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is APM WC: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 16.61 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 52.92.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 16.62 to USD 52.93;
  • Plane tickets - USD 119.31 to USD 172.93;

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

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 08:50 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:55. There are 30 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 Pretoria. 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 119.31.

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 Pretoria

Airlink

Buses

Taking a bus from Pietermaritzburg to Pretoria 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 Pretoria

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