How much is the bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith?

The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith start at R 296. The average price for this route is around R 469. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith?

The average bus journey time from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith is 2h 5m, covering a distance of 131 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 55m and is operated by Greyhound South Africa .

Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Intercity Xpress , Big Sky , Greyhound South Africa .

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

The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith at 01:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:50.

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

A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith 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 Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith?

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 Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith?

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 Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith?

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 Ladysmith?

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.

Bus Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith from R 295 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith on 9 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:20	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	2h 5m	11:25	Astron Energy	Cheapest
Bus	11:15	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	2h	13:15	Astron Energy	Fastest
Bus	09:20	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	2h 5m	11:25	Astron Energy	No tags
Bus	19:50	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	2h 5m	21:55	Astron Energy	No tags
Bus	09:55	PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201	2h 15m	12:10	Ladysmith - Caltex Guinea Fowl	No tags

Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith on 12 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:20	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	2h 5m	11:25	Astron Energy	Cheapest
Bus	11:15	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	2h	13:15	Astron Energy	Fastest
Bus	01:00	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	2h 10m	03:10	Astron Energy	No tags
Bus	19:50	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	2h 5m	21:55	Astron Energy	No tags
Bus	09:55	PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201	2h 15m	12:10	Ladysmith - Caltex Guinea Fowl	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 2:02 PM SAST.

Get from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 296, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

2h 5mAverage duration

131 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545 426 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

According to customer reviews, there were delays and bus faults that caused an hour delay. However, the lady at the intercape office in Pietermaritzburg was extremely helpful in assisting with bus changes.

Intercape Mainliner Pietermaritzburg Ladysmith recent customer reviews

Hi please do something about your toilets they stink i felt like I was in the toilet the whole trip so disappointed 😞 😔

Philisiwe N.

26 December 2025

I was sitting at the back, the smell coming from the toilet was so bad. My trip was only two hours but yoh! I almost vomited. Passengers at the back were complaining, the staff did not even bother to explain or apologize.

Siphamandla M.

10 October 2023

I had to change my bus due to a delay in time however, the lady at the intercape office in Pietermaritzburg was extremely helpful

Yuthika S.

4 April 2022

Intercity Xpress

3/511 850 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.2

Big Sky

3.5/53 344 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.5

Greyhound South Africa

3/59 361 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

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 466

Citiliner Plus Pietermaritzburg Ladysmith recent customer reviews

It was supposed to depart 07:10 but it arrived at 07:30 and left after 5 minutes

Lungile S.

25 June 2022

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith, ZA 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 Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith?
The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith start at R 296. The average price for this route is around R 469. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith?
The average bus journey time from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith is 2h 5m, covering a distance of 131 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 55m and is operated by Greyhound South Africa.
Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, Greyhound South Africa.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith?
The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith at 01:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith?
A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith 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 Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith?
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 Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith?
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 Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith?
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 Ladysmith?
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

07/01

R 309

08/01

R 354

Today

R 367

10/01

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11/01

R 388

12/01

R 367

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The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith, ZA was searched and found on 07 Jan 2026 with a price of R 309

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

You can expect to pay from R 309 to R 1 571 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 367, which is on 2026-01-12.