Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Ladysmith - Caltex Guinea Fowl | Newcastle (Mall) - Shell Garage Newcastle Mall, Cnr Oak and Allen St. | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Astron Energy | Engen Waterside Convenience, N11, Equarand, 2940 | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Astron Energy | Engen Waterside Convenience, N11, Equarand, 2940 | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Astron Energy | Engen Waterside Convenience, N11, Equarand, 2940 | No tags |
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Get from Ladysmith to Newcastle
The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Compare bus companies
Based on 44096 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at $25
Intercape Mainliner Ladysmith Newcastle recent customer reviews
Seats were too close to one another and when i got off at Newcastle my rhs knee was paining Worse part the bus was 2hours late we had tto hire an Uber to take us to our place because no transport
Phindile K.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ladysmith, ZA to Newcastle, ZA 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 Ladysmith to Newcastle?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ladysmith to Newcastle start from $25. The average price for this route is around $36. 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 Ladysmith to Newcastle?
The average bus travel time from Ladysmith to Newcastle is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 87 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 10m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Ladysmith to Newcastle route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Ladysmith to Newcastle?
The earliest bus departs from Ladysmith to Newcastle at 2:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 2:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ladysmith to Newcastle?
A bus trip from Ladysmith to Newcastle generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Ladysmith, ZA to Newcastle, ZA was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $21To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ladysmith, ZA to Newcastle, ZA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $21 to $72 for a bus ticket from Ladysmith, ZA to Newcastle, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2025-11-29.
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.
