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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade | Astron Energy | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade | Astron Energy | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade | Astron Energy | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Richards Bay to Ladysmith
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Ladysmith. The journey takes about 6 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$36 - $38 | Average Duration6h 50m | 6kg CO₂e | ||
Shuttle | Average Price$33 - $51 | Average Duration7h 10m | 7kg CO₂e |
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Based on 43962 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 $36
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richards Bay to Ladysmith, ZA by bus
What is the distance between Richards Bay and Ladysmith?
The distance between Richards Bay and Ladysmith is approximately 222 km (138 miles).
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Richards Bay to Ladysmith, ZA was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $26To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Richards Bay to Ladysmith, ZA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $26 to $33 for a bus ticket from Richards Bay to Ladysmith, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2025-11-28.
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