Many users appreciated the comfortable and pleasant experience with Intercape, highlighting friendly staff and timely arrivals. However, some reviews mentioned issues like non-functional charging ports, cleanliness concerns in certain buses, occasional delays of about an hour at destinations or stops along the way. Despite these minor setbacks, overall satisfaction remains high among travelers.
The experience was wonderful and drivers were very accommodating, just that we arrived 1 hour past the scheduled arrival time.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Lungelo Z.
Decent trip, very comfortable, but just too many random stops on the side of the freeway which were unannounced, the bus was also almost an hour late to arrive at the destination, seemed as though the driver was also not making a effort to speed up a bit more to reach the destination on time
3.0 out of 5 stars
Siphumelele N.
I miss to land in Bloemfontein and I end up at Colesburg no help I didn't hear drivers announcement at the back seat
Intercape Megaliner offers 2 daily buses from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein. Though the average price for this trip is $81, you can find tickets starting at $46. The trip between the two cities usually takes about 10 hours 12 minutes.
Intercity Xpress is a long-distance bus company operating in South Africa. The company established itself as an affordable intercity bus operator, offering services between cities all over the country. Their coaches are equipped with standard seats and they have a generous luggage policy of up to 25 kg. Although they make an effort to respect their timetables, travelers report that delays are expected for Intercity Xpress, so it's good to be flexible with your schedule if you're traveling with them. Their cancellation policy is also flexible, as you can cancel your ticket up to 6 hours before travel time and get a refund of 80% of your ticket value.
Trip was great just driver only stopped once on a very long journey he didn't make a break and by passed Montrose one needs breaks to stretch either than that all was good
According to customer reviews, Greyhound bus service has received negative feedback regarding staff inefficiency and poor communication. Customers have also complained about frequent delays, breakdowns, and long travel times. Additionally, there have been reports of damaged luggage and a lack of facilities for elderly passengers. Despite these issues mentioned in multiple reviews, some customers still appreciate other aspects of the service provided by Greyhound buses.
The bus was 4 hours late. My mother is 71 and there are no facilities for her to wait. Very bad service
1.0 out of 5 stars
Jessica H.
The bus from pietermartzburg to bloemfontein delayed for 4hrs and when it finally arrived it had cocoroches inside and very poor service from the stuff. I will never travel with greyhound citiliner again
5.0 out of 5 stars
Sinamile N.
Worst case experiences bus was late, no communication, bus breakdown and trip took 14 hrs. Ridiculous
Based on 4547 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at $17
Big Sky Pietermaritzburg Bloemfontein recent customer reviews
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein?
The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein start from $16. The average price for this route is around $44. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein?
The average bus trip duration from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein is 10h, covering a distance of 254 miles (409 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 5m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein?
The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein at 11:15am. And the latest bus departs at 9:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein?
A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein generates an estimated 10.206075 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 50204 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
09/24
$22
09/25
$19
Today
$23
09/27
$35
09/28
$26
09/29
$26
09/30
$26
10/01
$34
The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein was searched and found on Sep 25, 2026 with a price of $19
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $19 to $97 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2026-09-29.
Usually Intercape will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein was searched and found on Sep 25, 2026 with a price of $19
