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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Upington
    Destination location: Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Upington
    Destination location: Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Upington
    Destination location: Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Upington
    Destination location: Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Pietermaritzburg to Upington: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$48
Average Bus Trip Duration19h 45m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure9:20pm
Distance897 km

Pietermaritzburg to Upington Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Pietermaritzburg - Upington

  1. How long does it take to get to Upington from Pietermaritzburg by bus?

    The typical travel time from Pietermaritzburg to Upington by bus is around 19h 45m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Upington in 19h 45m

  2. What is the distance between Pietermaritzburg and Upington?

    The distance between Pietermaritzburg and Upington is around 899 km (558 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Pietermaritzburg to Upington?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds), in Pietermaritzburg, and end it at Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street, in Upington.

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from Pietermaritzburg to Upington?

    Taking the bus is the most budget-friendly option to travel from Pietermaritzburg to Upington. Starting at US$45, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.

  5. How much is the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Upington?

    Taking the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Upington costs on average US$48.

  6. Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from Pietermaritzburg to Upington?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Pietermaritzburg until 9:20pm and reaching Upington on the following day.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
04-24
US$41
04-25
US$41
Today
US$37
04-27
US$38
04-28
US$38
04-29
US$37
04-30
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05-01
US$37
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Upington was searched and found on Apr 29, 2025 with a price of US$37

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Upington, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$37 to US$50 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Upington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$37 which is on 2025-04-29.

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