Bus Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg from various bus operators like Eagle Liner, Big Tree Coaches or Intercity Xpress for the next days.

today

tomorrow

from $16

Friday

Saturday

from $16

Sunday

from $19

Monday

from $16

Tuesday

from $16

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
City to City	4h 55m	2:30 PM	Matatiele	Bus Station	7:25 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from City to City goes from Bus Station, Matatiele (South Africa) at 8/21/2025 2:30:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 8/21/2025 7:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
Big Tree Coaches	4h 50m	5:50 PM	Matatiele	Bus Station	10:40 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$17	A Bus from Big Tree Coaches goes from Bus Station, Matatiele (South Africa) at 8/21/2025 5:50:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 8/21/2025 10:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 50m
Eagle Liner	3h 50m	5:00 PM	Matatiele	Bus Station	8:50 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$20	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Bus Station, Matatiele (South Africa) at 8/21/2025 5:00:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 8/21/2025 8:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
Intercity Xpress	3h 35m	6:15 PM	Matatiele	Bus Station	9:50 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$24	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Bus Station, Matatiele (South Africa) at 8/21/2025 6:15:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 8/21/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
City to City	4h 55m	2:30 PM	Matatiele	Bus Station	7:25 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from City to City goes from Bus Station, Matatiele (South Africa) at 8/23/2025 2:30:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 8/23/2025 7:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
Big Tree Coaches	4h 50m	5:50 PM	Matatiele	Bus Station	10:40 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$17	A Bus from Big Tree Coaches goes from Bus Station, Matatiele (South Africa) at 8/23/2025 5:50:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 8/23/2025 10:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 50m
Eagle Liner	3h 50m	5:00 PM	Matatiele	Bus Station	8:50 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$20	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Bus Station, Matatiele (South Africa) at 8/23/2025 5:00:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 8/23/2025 8:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
Intercity Xpress	3h 35m	6:15 PM	Matatiele	Bus Station	9:50 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$21	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Bus Station, Matatiele (South Africa) at 8/23/2025 6:15:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 8/23/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intercape	5h 30m	5:00 PM	Matatiele	Bus Station	10:30 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station		Economy	$19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Station, Matatiele (South Africa) at 8/24/2025 5:00:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 8/24/2025 10:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
City to City	4h 55m	2:30 PM	Matatiele	Bus Station	7:25 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from City to City goes from Bus Station, Matatiele (South Africa) at 8/25/2025 2:30:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 8/25/2025 7:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
Big Tree Coaches	4h 50m	5:50 PM	Matatiele	Bus Station	10:40 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$17	A Bus from Big Tree Coaches goes from Bus Station, Matatiele (South Africa) at 8/25/2025 5:50:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 8/25/2025 10:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 50m
Eagle Liner	3h 50m	5:00 PM	Matatiele	Bus Station	8:50 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$20	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Bus Station, Matatiele (South Africa) at 8/25/2025 5:00:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 8/25/2025 8:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
Intercity Xpress	3h 35m	6:15 PM	Matatiele	Bus Station	9:50 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$21	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Bus Station, Matatiele (South Africa) at 8/25/2025 6:15:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 8/25/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
City to City	4h 55m	2:30 PM	Matatiele	Bus Station	7:25 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from City to City goes from Bus Station, Matatiele (South Africa) at 8/26/2025 2:30:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 8/26/2025 7:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
Big Tree Coaches	4h 50m	5:50 PM	Matatiele	Bus Station	10:40 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$17	A Bus from Big Tree Coaches goes from Bus Station, Matatiele (South Africa) at 8/26/2025 5:50:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 8/26/2025 10:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 50m
Big Tree Coaches	4h 50m	5:50 PM	Matatiele	Shoprite	10:40 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from Big Tree Coaches goes from Shoprite, Matatiele (South Africa) at 8/26/2025 5:50:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 8/26/2025 10:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 50m
Eagle Liner	3h 50m	5:00 PM	Matatiele	Bus Station	8:50 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$20	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Bus Station, Matatiele (South Africa) at 8/26/2025 5:00:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 8/26/2025 8:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
Eagle Liner	3h 50m	5:00 PM	Matatiele	Shoprite	8:50 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$20	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Shoprite, Matatiele (South Africa) at 8/26/2025 5:00:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 8/26/2025 8:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg is $16 on 8/21/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Matatiele and Pietermaritzburg

See here how frequent the connections between Matatiele and Pietermaritzburg are, during different times and days of the week.

Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 7 daily buses from Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Matatiele and Pietermaritzburg.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 15 buses from Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Matatiele and Pietermaritzburg, with 5 offers.

Facts about the bus from Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg

Compare all providers like Eagle Liner, Big Tree Coaches and Intercity Xpress that travel 4 times every day by bus from Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg in one click! Book your bus ticket from Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg starting from $16!

Cheapest Bus	$16
Fastest Bus	3h 35m
Earliest Bus	2:30 PM
Latest Bus	6:15 PM
Daily Bus Routes	4 Ø
Distance	108.4 miles
Bus Companies	Eagle Liner, Big Tree Coaches, Intercity Xpress, City to City and Intercape

Cheapest bus connections from Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg

Every day, 4 buses from 5 bus companies leave Matatiele for Pietermaritzburg: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 08/20/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 08/17

Monday 08/18

Tuesday 08/19

Wednesday 08/20

Thursday 08/21

$16

Friday 08/22

Saturday 08/23

$16

Sunday 08/24

$19

Monday 08/25

$16

Tuesday 08/26

$19

Wednesday 08/27

Thursday 08/28

$19

Friday 08/29

Saturday 08/30

Sunday 08/31

Monday 09/01

Tuesday 09/02

Wednesday 09/03

Thursday 09/04

Friday 09/05

Saturday 09/06

Sunday 09/07

Monday 09/08

Tuesday 09/09

Wednesday 09/10

Thursday 09/11

Friday 09/12

Saturday 09/13

The cheapest time to travel from Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $16, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $19.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg, with $16. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $21.

How to save money travelling from Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg

These are the most booked bus companies between Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg from our users.

City to City from Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg

Here you will find the key facts about the City to City bus route Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg:

Cheapest Price	$16
Fastest Bus	4h 55m
Earliest Bus	2:30 PM
Last Bus	2:30 PM
Daily Connections	1 Ø
Found on	8/18/2025

Eagle Liner from Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg

Here you will find the key facts about the Eagle Liner bus route Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg:

Cheapest Price	$20
Fastest Bus	3h 50m
Earliest Bus	5:00 PM
Last Bus	5:00 PM
Daily Connections	1 Ø
Found on	8/18/2025

Big Tree Coaches from Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg

Here you will find the key facts about the Big Tree Coaches bus route Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg:

Cheapest Price	$17
Fastest Bus	4h 50m
Earliest Bus	5:50 PM
Last Bus	5:50 PM
Daily Connections	1 Ø
Found on	8/18/2025

All bus stations and stops in Matatiele and Pietermaritzburg

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Matatiele and Pietermaritzburg.

Bus Station

Long Street 62

Shoprite

Heinz Motors

Burger St. Bus Station

Burger Street 269

Montrose Bus Station

Leinster Road

Hollywoodbets Scottsville Racecourse

Woodburn Rugby Stadium

Service and Comfort on the bus from Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg? Or which bus companies serve the route Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg bus

How much does a Matatiele Pietermaritzburg bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $16 and takes 4h 55m to reach Pietermaritzburg. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg?

This route is offered by 5 companies with a range of ticket prices between $16 and $24. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Pietermaritzburg.

On average, how many connections are available from Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg each day?

Every day, the Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg bus route is served by approximately 4 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg take?

The fastest bus from Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg is offered by Intercity Xpress and takes 3h 35m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $24. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg?

The earliest bus arriving in Pietermaritzburg from Matatiele starts at 2:30 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg?

The latest bus trip departing from Matatiele for Pietermaritzburg starts at 6:15 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Matatiele Pietermaritzburg route?

When traveling by bus from Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg, passengers can travel with Eagle Liner, Big Tree Coaches and Intercity Xpress. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Matatiele and Pietermaritzburg?

You can check all the direct connections between Matatiele and Pietermaritzburg by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Eagle Liner, Big Tree Coaches and Intercity Xpress.

What can I take with me on the Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Matatiele Pietermaritzburg bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Matatiele Pietermaritzburg bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Matatiele to Pietermaritzburg

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Matatiele and to Pietermaritzburg

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Matatiele and to Pietermaritzburg. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!