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 11845 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 R 301
Based on 3342 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 R 411
Based on 9361 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 R 519
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ladysmith, ZA 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 Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg start at R 301. The average price for this route is around R 490. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting 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 131 km. The fastest bus gets 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 trip from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg produces an estimated 3 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 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 bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Ladysmith 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 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 4.1 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
06/01
R 395
07/01
R 318
Today
R 373
09/01
R 316
10/01
R 354
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R 363
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The cheapest trip from Ladysmith, ZA to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on 09 Jan 2026 with a price of R 316
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 R 316 to R 934 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 R 316, which is on 2026-01-09.
The cheapest trip from Ladysmith, ZA to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on 09 Jan 2026 with a price of R 316
