How much is the bus ticket from Ladybrand to Pretoria?

The cheapest bus tickets from Ladybrand to Pretoria start from $55. The average price for this route is around $68. 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 Ladybrand to Pretoria?

The average bus travel time from Ladybrand to Pretoria is 13h, covering a distance of 390 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h and is operated by Big Sky .

Which bus companies service the Ladybrand to Pretoria route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Big Sky , Intercape .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Ladybrand to Pretoria?

The earliest bus departs from Ladybrand to Pretoria at 3:25am. And the latest bus departs at 3:25am.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ladybrand to Pretoria?

A bus trip from Ladybrand to Pretoria generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Ladybrand to Pretoria?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky , with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Ladybrand to Pretoria?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Ladybrand to Pretoria?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Ladybrand to Pretoria?

According to Busbud traveller 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.

Bus Ladybrand to Pretoria from $60 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Ladybrand to Pretoria on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:25am	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	13h	4:25pm	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Cheapest
Bus	3:25am	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	13h	4:25pm	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Fastest
Bus	3:25am	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	13h	4:25pm	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags

Next departures for Ladybrand to Pretoria on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:25am	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	13h	4:25pm	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Cheapest
Bus	3:25am	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	13h	4:25pm	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Fastest
Bus	3:25am	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	13h	4:25pm	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags

Next departures for Ladybrand to Pretoria on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:25am	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	13h	4:25pm	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Cheapest
Bus	3:25am	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	13h	4:25pm	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Fastest
Bus	3:25am	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	13h	4:25pm	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags

Next departures for Ladybrand to Pretoria on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:25am	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	13h	4:25pm	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Cheapest
Bus	3:25am	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	13h	4:25pm	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Fastest
Bus	3:25am	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	13h	4:25pm	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:45 AM SAST.

Get from Ladybrand to Pretoria

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 13 hours, and with fares starting at just $55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

13hAverage Duration

390 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Ladybrand and Pretoria?

Stops in Ladybrand

A
Ladybrand - Ladybrand Toyota
Ladybrand Toyota, 15 Piet Retief St, Ladybrand, 9745, South Africa

Stops in Pretoria

A
Pretoria Station
Office 4, Pretoria Station, 180 Scheiding St, Pretoria Central, Pretoria, 0002, South Africa
B
Pretoria Station
Motor Coach Terminal, corner of Paul Kruger and Sheiding street

Compare bus companies

Big Sky

3.5/53,061 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

Intercape

3.5/544,075 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

The trip was generally good, despite the bus arriving two hours late. Some users noted that staff could benefit from a refresher on customer care and cordial manners to enhance the travel experience further.

Intercape Mainliner Ladybrand Pretoria recent customer reviews

The bus came 2 hours later than the scheduled time but other than that the trip was good

Gopolanang M.

April 18, 2025

The 12hr journey is just inordinately long between Ladybrand and Pretoria. The bus had very little ventilation in the suffocating heat!

Thakane O.

March 16, 2024

Staff needs refresher on customer care and cordial manners

Tsoarelo N.

September 30, 2022

ZA Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ladybrand to Pretoria 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 Ladybrand to Pretoria?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ladybrand to Pretoria start from $55. The average price for this route is around $68. 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 Ladybrand to Pretoria?
The average bus travel time from Ladybrand to Pretoria is 13h, covering a distance of 390 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Ladybrand to Pretoria route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Big Sky, Intercape.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Ladybrand to Pretoria?
The earliest bus departs from Ladybrand to Pretoria at 3:25am. And the latest bus departs at 3:25am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ladybrand to Pretoria?
A bus trip from Ladybrand to Pretoria generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Ladybrand to Pretoria?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Ladybrand to Pretoria?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Ladybrand to Pretoria?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Ladybrand to Pretoria?
According to Busbud traveller 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

11-26

$63

11-27

$66

Today

$68

11-29

$112

11-30

$72

12-01

$60

12-02

No data

12-03

$68

The cheapest trip from Ladybrand to Pretoria was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $60

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

You can expect to pay from $60 to $120 for a bus ticket from Ladybrand to Pretoria based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $60 which is on 2025-12-01.