How can I travel from Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone without a car?

The best way to travel from Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone is by bus. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

How long does it take to get to Port Shepstone from Pietermaritzburg by bus?

The average travel time from Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone is about 2h 55m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 45m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 77 miles (124 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone?

The distance between the two cities is 77 miles (124 km).

What is the number of daily buses traveling from Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone?

On average, there is 1 daily departure on this route, offered by Intercity Xpress, Intercape and BIGTREE. The number of buses running from Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone may change based on the day of the week. Want to make your bus journey from Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone as effortless as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.

What are the departure times for the first and last bus traveling from Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone?

The first bus leaves at 3:00am and the last one leaves at 3:00pm.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone?

Buses going from Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone begin their journey at Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) and reach their destination at Port Shepstone.

What is the most affordable way to go from Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone by choosing to travel by bus. With prices starting at $19, you won't find a more affordable way to get there.

How much are the bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone?

The average bus ticket price from Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone is $22. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $19 and $49, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Is it possible to take a day trip from Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone?

Yes, you can do a day trip from Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone. The total time it takes to make a round-trip between Pietermaritzburg and Port Shepstone is about 1h 30m. So you'll have plenty of time to discover Port Shepstone before making your way back to Pietermaritzburg.

Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone Bus Tickets

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: January 20 at 2:50pm
Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
Departure location: PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201
Arrival time: January 20 at 5:55pm
Destination city: Port Shepstone
Destination location: Port Shepstone - the Bedford, Bisset Str
Operated by: Intercity Xpress
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 5m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: January 20 at 3:00am
Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
Departure location: PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201
Arrival time: January 20 at 5:45am
Destination city: Port Shepstone
Destination location: Port Shepstone - the Bedford, Bisset Str
Operated by: Intercity Xpress
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 45m
Departure time: January 20 at 3:40am
Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Arrival time: January 20 at 6:30am
Destination city: Port Shepstone
Destination location: Port Shepstone - Shell (LSC motors)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 50m
Departure time: January 20 at 3:00am
Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
Departure location: PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201
Arrival time: January 20 at 5:45am
Destination city: Port Shepstone
Destination location: Port Shepstone - the Bedford, Bisset Str
Operated by: Intercity Xpress
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 45m
Departure time: January 20 at 3:40am
Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Arrival time: January 20 at 6:30am
Destination city: Port Shepstone
Destination location: Port Shepstone - Shell (LSC motors)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 50m

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Bus Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$22

Average bus trip duration2h 55m

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure3:00am

Distance79 miles (126 km)

Latest bus departure3:00pm

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Intercity Xpress

3/57,963 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.3

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi1

Customers appreciate the comfortable seats, warmth, and good driver. Despite some delays due to breakdowns or poor time management, drivers are courteous and try to make up for lost time. Overall, there is an improvement in service quality with on-time pickups being a common issue mentioned by passengers.

Intercity Xpress Pietermaritzburg Port Shepstone recent customer reviews

The drive was very stressful as the driver always made wrong turns throughout the journey, that is the reason for our late arrival

Umayr A.

August 2, 2024

Bus was over an hour late due to a breakdown. It happens I guess. The driver tried to make up time. It was a pleasant trip over all.

Calvin R.

January 29, 2024

The bus was on time 👏

Pranil M.

September 23, 2023

Intercape

3.5/537,842 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Intercape is a long-distance bus company operating mainly in South Africa, but also in Namibia, Botswana and Mozambique. One of the largest and most reputable intercity bus operators in the region, Intercape buses are known for their safety, comfort, and convenience, presenting three bus classes: sleepliner, mainline and budgetliner, each with its own features and level of comfort. Every coach is equipped with bathrooms, air conditioning, individual reading lights, reclining seats, and onboard audio/video entertainment to make your journey even more enjoyable. The company operates a network of routes across South Africa and neighboring countries, connecting major cities and towns.

Intercape Mainliner Pietermaritzburg Port Shepstone recent customer reviews

Experience was very bad, the bus was 3 hours late. No updates were given on the issue and no reason for the extreme delay, no refunds for inconvenience were done.

Marylee J.

December 26, 2024

Was a good trip. Pleasant driver and assistant. First time I experienced the bus to be late ..

Goonasagree N.

June 27, 2023

Professional, curtious driver

Pranil M.

November 9, 2023

BIGTREE

2.5/590 reviews

Staff3.4

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi0.3

ZA bus companies: Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, Eagle Liner, APM WC, Delta Coaches

Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone Buses

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Where are the popular stops in Pietermaritzburg and Port Shepstone?

Stops in Pietermaritzburg

A - Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)

Stops in Port Shepstone

A - Port Shepstone

Frequently asked questions for your trip Pietermaritzburg - Port Shepstone

How can I travel from Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone without a car?
How long does it take to get to Port Shepstone from Pietermaritzburg by bus?
What is the travel distance from Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone?
What is the number of daily buses traveling from Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone?
On average, there is 1 daily departure on this route, offered by Intercity Xpress, Intercape and BIGTREE. The number of buses running from Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone may change based on the day of the week. Want to make your bus journey from Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone as effortless as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.
What are the departure times for the first and last bus traveling from Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone?
What is the most affordable way to go from Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone?
How much are the bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone?
Is it possible to take a day trip from Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone?

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The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone was searched and found on Jan 17, 2025 with a price of $17

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

You can expect to pay from $17 to $22 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2025-01-20.

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Did you know?

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Bus Tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone

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Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

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Bus Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone: Trip Overview

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Intercity Xpress Pietermaritzburg Port Shepstone recent customer reviews

Intercape Mainliner Pietermaritzburg Port Shepstone recent customer reviews

Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone Buses

Where are the popular stops in Pietermaritzburg and Port Shepstone?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Pietermaritzburg - Port Shepstone

How can I travel from Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone without a car?

How long does it take to get to Port Shepstone from Pietermaritzburg by bus?

What is the travel distance from Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone?

What is the number of daily buses traveling from Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone?

What are the departure times for the first and last bus traveling from Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone?

What is the most affordable way to go from Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone?

How much are the bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone?

Is it possible to take a day trip from Pietermaritzburg to Port Shepstone?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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