Bus Qumbu to Pietermaritzburg: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Qumbu to Pietermaritzburg

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Qumbu to Pietermaritzburg from various bus operators like Intercape for the next days.

today

$19

tomorrow

$19

Tuesday

$21

Wednesday

$19

Thursday

$19

Friday

Saturday

$19

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	4h 50m	7:00 PM	Qumbu	Total Alexanders Service Station	11:50 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Total Alexanders Service Station, Qumbu (South Africa) at 7/26/2026 7:00:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/26/2026 11:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 50m
Intercape	4h 50m	7:15 PM	Qumbu	Total Alexanders Service Station	12:05 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$20	A Bus from Intercape goes from Total Alexanders Service Station, Qumbu (South Africa) at 7/26/2026 7:15:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/27/2026 12:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 50m
Intercape	5h 0m	12:30 PM	Qumbu	Total Alexanders Service Station	5:30 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$23	A Bus from Intercape goes from Total Alexanders Service Station, Qumbu (South Africa) at 7/26/2026 12:30:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/26/2026 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
Intercape	5h 40m	6:10 PM	Qumbu	Total Alexanders Service Station	11:50 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$24	A Bus from Intercape goes from Total Alexanders Service Station, Qumbu (South Africa) at 7/26/2026 6:10:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/26/2026 11:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m
Intercape	4h 40m	8:15 PM	Qumbu	Total Alexanders Service Station	12:55 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$25	A Bus from Intercape goes from Total Alexanders Service Station, Qumbu (South Africa) at 7/26/2026 8:15:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/27/2026 12:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 40m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	4h 50m	7:00 PM	Qumbu	Total Alexanders Service Station	11:50 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Total Alexanders Service Station, Qumbu (South Africa) at 7/27/2026 7:00:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/27/2026 11:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 50m
Intercape	4h 50m	7:15 PM	Qumbu	Total Alexanders Service Station	12:05 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$20	A Bus from Intercape goes from Total Alexanders Service Station, Qumbu (South Africa) at 7/27/2026 7:15:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/28/2026 12:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 50m
Intercape	5h 0m	12:30 PM	Qumbu	Total Alexanders Service Station	5:30 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$23	A Bus from Intercape goes from Total Alexanders Service Station, Qumbu (South Africa) at 7/27/2026 12:30:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/27/2026 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
Intercape	5h 40m	6:10 PM	Qumbu	Total Alexanders Service Station	11:50 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$24	A Bus from Intercape goes from Total Alexanders Service Station, Qumbu (South Africa) at 7/27/2026 6:10:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/27/2026 11:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m
Intercape	4h 40m	8:15 PM	Qumbu	Total Alexanders Service Station	12:55 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$25	A Bus from Intercape goes from Total Alexanders Service Station, Qumbu (South Africa) at 7/27/2026 8:15:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/28/2026 12:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	4h 50m	7:00 PM	Qumbu	Total Alexanders Service Station	11:50 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$21	A Bus from Intercape goes from Total Alexanders Service Station, Qumbu (South Africa) at 7/28/2026 7:00:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/28/2026 11:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 50m
Intercape	4h 45m	2:50 AM	Qumbu	Total Alexanders Service Station	7:35 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$31	A Bus from Intercape goes from Total Alexanders Service Station, Qumbu (South Africa) at 7/28/2026 2:50:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/28/2026 7:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
Intercape	4h 55m	4:50 AM	Qumbu	Total Alexanders Service Station	9:45 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$31	A Bus from Intercape goes from Total Alexanders Service Station, Qumbu (South Africa) at 7/28/2026 4:50:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/28/2026 9:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	4h 50m	7:00 PM	Qumbu	Total Alexanders Service Station	11:50 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Total Alexanders Service Station, Qumbu (South Africa) at 7/29/2026 7:00:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/29/2026 11:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 50m
Intercape	4h 45m	2:50 AM	Qumbu	Total Alexanders Service Station	7:35 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from Intercape goes from Total Alexanders Service Station, Qumbu (South Africa) at 7/29/2026 2:50:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/29/2026 7:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
Intercape	4h 55m	4:50 AM	Qumbu	Total Alexanders Service Station	9:45 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from Intercape goes from Total Alexanders Service Station, Qumbu (South Africa) at 7/29/2026 4:50:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/29/2026 9:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	4h 50m	7:00 PM	Qumbu	Total Alexanders Service Station	11:50 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Total Alexanders Service Station, Qumbu (South Africa) at 7/30/2026 7:00:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/30/2026 11:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 50m
Intercape	5h 40m	6:10 PM	Qumbu	Total Alexanders Service Station	11:50 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$24	A Bus from Intercape goes from Total Alexanders Service Station, Qumbu (South Africa) at 7/30/2026 6:10:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/30/2026 11:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m
Intercape	4h 45m	2:50 AM	Qumbu	Total Alexanders Service Station	7:35 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from Intercape goes from Total Alexanders Service Station, Qumbu (South Africa) at 7/30/2026 2:50:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/30/2026 7:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
Intercape	4h 55m	4:50 AM	Qumbu	Total Alexanders Service Station	9:45 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from Intercape goes from Total Alexanders Service Station, Qumbu (South Africa) at 7/30/2026 4:50:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/30/2026 9:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	4h 50m	7:00 PM	Qumbu	Total Alexanders Service Station	11:50 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Total Alexanders Service Station, Qumbu (South Africa) at 8/1/2026 7:00:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 8/1/2026 11:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 50m
Intercape	5h 0m	12:30 PM	Qumbu	Total Alexanders Service Station	5:30 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$23	A Bus from Intercape goes from Total Alexanders Service Station, Qumbu (South Africa) at 8/1/2026 12:30:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 8/1/2026 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
Intercape	4h 45m	2:50 AM	Qumbu	Total Alexanders Service Station	7:35 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from Intercape goes from Total Alexanders Service Station, Qumbu (South Africa) at 8/1/2026 2:50:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 8/1/2026 7:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
Intercape	4h 55m	4:50 AM	Qumbu	Total Alexanders Service Station	9:45 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from Intercape goes from Total Alexanders Service Station, Qumbu (South Africa) at 8/1/2026 4:50:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 8/1/2026 9:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m

Frequency of bus connections between Qumbu and Pietermaritzburg

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

Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily buses from Qumbu to Pietermaritzburg. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Qumbu and Pietermaritzburg.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 15 buses from Qumbu to Pietermaritzburg, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Qumbu and Pietermaritzburg, with 3 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 7/26/2026 costs just $19, from Intercape

Facts about the bus from Qumbu to Pietermaritzburg

Compare all providers like Intercape that travel 5 times every day by bus from Qumbu to Pietermaritzburg in one click! Book your bus ticket from Qumbu to Pietermaritzburg starting from $19!

Cheapest Bus	$19
Fastest Bus	4h 40m
Earliest Bus	12:30 PM
Latest Bus	7:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes	5 Ø
Distance	140.5 miles
Bus Companies	Intercape

Cheapest bus connections from Qumbu to Pietermaritzburg

Every day, 5 buses from 1 bus companies leave Qumbu for Pietermaritzburg: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/26/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/26

$19

Monday 07/27

$19

Tuesday 07/28

$21

Wednesday 07/29

$19

Thursday 07/30

$19

Friday 07/31

Saturday 08/01

$19

Sunday 08/02

$19

Monday 08/03

$19

Tuesday 08/04

$22

Wednesday 08/05

Thursday 08/06

$19

Friday 08/07

Saturday 08/08

$19

Sunday 08/09

$19

Monday 08/10

$19

Tuesday 08/11

$19

Wednesday 08/12

$19

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

Sunday 08/16

Monday 08/17

Tuesday 08/18

Wednesday 08/19

Thursday 08/20

Friday 08/21

Saturday 08/22

The cheapest time to travel from Qumbu to Pietermaritzburg

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

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

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Qumbu to Pietermaritzburg, with $19. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $23.

How to save money travelling from Qumbu 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 Qumbu 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 Qumbu 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 Qumbu to Pietermaritzburg are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Qumbu and Pietermaritzburg

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

Total Alexanders Service Station

Aubert St

Shell Service Station

Aubert St

Burger St. Bus Station

Burger Street 269

Montrose Bus Station

Leinster Road

Woodburn Rugby Stadium

Hollywoodbets Scottsville Racecourse

Service and Comfort on the bus from Qumbu to Pietermaritzburg

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

FAQs about the Qumbu to Pietermaritzburg bus

How much does a Qumbu Pietermaritzburg bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $19 and takes 4h 50m to reach Pietermaritzburg. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $19 and $32. 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 Qumbu to Pietermaritzburg each day?

Every day, the Qumbu to Pietermaritzburg bus route is served by approximately 5 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Qumbu to Pietermaritzburg is offered by Intercape and takes 4h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $25. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Qumbu to Pietermaritzburg?

The earliest bus arriving in Pietermaritzburg from Qumbu starts at 12:30 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 Qumbu to Pietermaritzburg?

The latest bus trip departing from Qumbu for Pietermaritzburg starts at 7:00 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 Qumbu Pietermaritzburg route?

When traveling by bus from Qumbu to Pietermaritzburg, passengers can travel with Intercape. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Qumbu and Pietermaritzburg?

You can check all the direct connections between Qumbu 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: Intercape.

What can I take with me on the Qumbu 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 Qumbu 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 Qumbu 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 Qumbu to Pietermaritzburg on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Qumbu and to Pietermaritzburg

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