According to customer reviews, staff members have poor communication skills and are not very friendly. Additionally, buses consistently run 1-2 hours late, causing frustration for passengers who are required to arrive at the bus stop 30 minutes before departure time. Some customers even experienced delays of up to 4 hours.
The Bus was over an hour late. Aircons not working. Had to turn around at Bergville because a passenger forgot to get off in Ladysmith so we had to go back to Ladysmith which then made us another half hour late!
2 out of 5 stars
Bianca H.
Staff members are not very friendly and have bad comunication skills, buses are always about 1-2 hours late which is very frustrating considering the fact that we have to be by the bus stop 30 minutes before departer time.
3 out of 5 stars
Shaunell R.
They need to improve their communication with passengers if the bus will be late
Based on 11813 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Intercity Xpress ticket prices on this trip start at £14
Based on 3331 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 Wi-Fi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at £19
Based on 9353 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound South Africa ticket prices on this trip start at £24
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Ladysmith, ZA to Pietermaritzburg
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg?
The cheapest coach tickets from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg start from £14. The average price for this route is around £22. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg?
The average bus journey time from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg is 1h 55m, covering a distance of 81 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 45m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg?
The earliest bus departs from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg at 02:25. And the latest bus departs at 22:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg?
A bus journey from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg?
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 45204 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg?
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 Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg?
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.
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The cheapest trip from Ladysmith, ZA to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on 7 Jan 2026 with a price of £15
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ladysmith, ZA to Pietermaritzburg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £15 to £47 for a bus ticket from Ladysmith, ZA to Pietermaritzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £16, which is on 2026-01-09.
The cheapest trip from Ladysmith, ZA to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on 7 Jan 2026 with a price of £15
