How much is the bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Ladybrand?

The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Ladybrand start from $37. The average price for this route is around $53. 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 Ladybrand?

The average bus travel time from Pietermaritzburg to Ladybrand is 7h 30m, covering a distance of 287 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 30m and is operated by Big Sky .

Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Ladybrand route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Big Sky .

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

The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Ladybrand at 11:15am. And the latest bus departs at 7:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Ladybrand generates an estimated 7 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 Pietermaritzburg to Ladybrand?

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 Pietermaritzburg to Ladybrand?

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 Pietermaritzburg to Ladybrand?

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 Pietermaritzburg to Ladybrand?

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 Pietermaritzburg to Ladybrand from $38 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Pietermaritzburg to Ladybrand on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:15am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	8h	7:15pm	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	Cheapest
Bus	7:50pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	7h 30m	3:20am	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	Fastest
Bus	11:15am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	8h	7:15pm	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	No tags
Bus	7:50pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	7h 30m	3:20am	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	No tags
Bus	11:15am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	8h	7:15pm	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	No tags

Next departures for Pietermaritzburg to Ladybrand on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:15am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	8h	7:15pm	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	Cheapest
Bus	7:50pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	7h 30m	3:20am	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	Fastest
Bus	11:15am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	8h	7:15pm	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	No tags
Bus	7:50pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	7h 30m	3:20am	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	No tags
Bus	11:15am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	8h	7:15pm	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	No tags

Next departures for Pietermaritzburg to Ladybrand on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:50pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	7h 30m	3:20am	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	Cheapest
Bus	7:50pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	7h 30m	3:20am	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	Fastest
Bus	11:15am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	8h	7:15pm	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	No tags
Bus	7:50pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	7h 30m	3:20am	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	No tags
Bus	11:15am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	8h	7:15pm	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:29 PM SAST.

Get from Pietermaritzburg to Ladybrand

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

7h 30mAverage Duration

287 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Pietermaritzburg and Ladybrand?

Stops in Pietermaritzburg

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Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Intercape Office, 269 Burger St, Pietermaritzburg, 3201, South Africa
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Stops in Ladybrand

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

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544,074 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Based on 44074 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 $41

Intercape Mainliner Pietermaritzburg Ladybrand recent customer reviews

The people assisting at the Pietermaritzburg station are rude to people especially kids

Zanele Z.

July 4, 2025

Bad Bad Bad Horrible, bus broke multiple times. Why not check your buses before the trip?

Ikaneng Gladys M.

December 12, 2023

It appears your busses fleet is too old because we departed almost 3 hours after the scheduled departure time

Leeto Mofo L.

October 5, 2023

Big Sky

3.5/53,060 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pietermaritzburg to Ladybrand 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 Ladybrand?
The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Ladybrand start from $37. The average price for this route is around $53. 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 Ladybrand?
The average bus travel time from Pietermaritzburg to Ladybrand is 7h 30m, covering a distance of 287 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 30m and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Ladybrand route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Ladybrand?
The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Ladybrand at 11:15am. And the latest bus departs at 7:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Ladybrand?
A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Ladybrand generates an estimated 7 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 Pietermaritzburg to Ladybrand?
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 Pietermaritzburg to Ladybrand?
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 Pietermaritzburg to Ladybrand?
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 Pietermaritzburg to Ladybrand?
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

11-25

No data

11-26

$38

Today

$38

11-28

No data

11-29

$38

11-30

$38

12-01

$50

12-02

$41

The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Ladybrand was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $38

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

You can expect to pay from $38 to $73 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Ladybrand based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $38 which is on 2025-11-29.

Usually Big Sky, 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.