How much is the bus ticket from Ladybrand to Pietermaritzburg?

The cheapest bus tickets from Ladybrand to Pietermaritzburg start at R 474. The average price for this route is around R 684. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Ladybrand to Pietermaritzburg?

The average bus journey time from Ladybrand to Pietermaritzburg is 7h 35m, covering a distance of 287 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h and is operated by Intercape .

Which bus companies service the Ladybrand to Pietermaritzburg route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ladybrand to Pietermaritzburg?

The earliest bus departs from Ladybrand to Pietermaritzburg at 09:15. And the latest bus departs at 21:30.

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

A bus trip from Ladybrand to Pietermaritzburg produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Ladybrand 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 45773 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Ladybrand 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 Ladybrand 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.

Bus Ladybrand to Pietermaritzburg from R 441 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Ladybrand to Pietermaritzburg on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:15	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	7h	16:15	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Cheapest
Bus	09:15	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	7h	16:15	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Fastest
Bus	09:15	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	7h	16:15	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	21:30	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	7h 35m	05:05	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	21:30	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	7h 35m	05:05	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags

Next departures from Ladybrand to Pietermaritzburg on 3 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:15	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	7h	16:15	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Cheapest
Bus	09:15	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	7h	16:15	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Fastest
Bus	09:15	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	7h	16:15	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	21:30	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	7h 35m	05:05	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	21:30	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	7h 35m	05:05	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags

Next departures from Ladybrand to Pietermaritzburg on 5 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:15	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	7h	16:15	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Cheapest
Bus	09:15	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	7h	16:15	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Fastest
Bus	09:15	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	7h	16:15	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	21:30	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	7h 35m	05:05	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	21:30	Ladybrand - Total OVK Garage, Piet Retief Street	7h 35m	05:05	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:10 PM SAST.

Get from Ladybrand to Pietermaritzburg

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 474, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

7h 35mAverage duration

287 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Ladybrand and Pietermaritzburg?

Stops in Ladybrand

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

Stops in Pietermaritzburg

A
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Intercape Office, 269 Burger St, Pietermaritzburg, 3201, South Africa
Visit page

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545 773 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Based on 45773 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at R 474

Intercape Ladybrand Pietermaritzburg recent customer reviews

The bus driver must be bold and not shy to discipline clients in a polite manner who are singing and shouting in bus like school bus

Relebohile Cynthia D.

22 March 2022

Not enjoy

Abu A.

7 March 2025

It wasn’t clean ,and very smelly

Zanele Z.

18 July 2024

Big Sky

3.5/53 438 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

ZA bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ladybrand to Pietermaritzburg by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Ladybrand to Pietermaritzburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ladybrand to Pietermaritzburg start at R 474. The average price for this route is around R 684. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Ladybrand to Pietermaritzburg?
The average bus journey time from Ladybrand to Pietermaritzburg is 7h 35m, covering a distance of 287 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Ladybrand to Pietermaritzburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ladybrand to Pietermaritzburg?
The earliest bus departs from Ladybrand to Pietermaritzburg at 09:15. And the latest bus departs at 21:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ladybrand to Pietermaritzburg?
A bus trip from Ladybrand to Pietermaritzburg produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Ladybrand 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 45773 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Ladybrand to Pietermaritzburg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Ladybrand 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 Ladybrand 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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

31/01

R 542

01/02

R 448

Today

R 441

03/02

R 441

04/02

No data

05/02

R 441

06/02

R 473

07/02

No data

The cheapest trip from Ladybrand to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on 02 Feb 2026 with a price of R 441

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

You can expect to pay from R 441 to R 715 for a bus ticket from Ladybrand to Pietermaritzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 441, which is on 2026-02-03.

Usually Big Sky 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.