How much is the bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith?

The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith start from $18. The average price for this route is around $28. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith?

The average bus trip duration from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith is 2h 5m, covering a distance of 81 miles (131 km). The quickest bus can get 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 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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 has the most timely service from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 $18 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith on January 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:20am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	2h 5m	11:25am	Astron Energy	Cheapest
Bus	11:15am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	2h	1:15pm	Astron Energy	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	2h 10m	3:10am	Astron Energy	No tags
Bus	7:50pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	2h 5m	9:55pm	Astron Energy	No tags
Bus	9:55am	PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201	2h 15m	12:10pm	Ladysmith - Caltex Guinea Fowl	No tags

Next departures for Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith on January 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:20am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	2h 5m	11:25am	Astron Energy	Cheapest
Bus	11:15am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	2h	1:15pm	Astron Energy	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	2h 10m	3:10am	Astron Energy	No tags
Bus	7:50pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	2h 5m	9:55pm	Astron Energy	No tags
Bus	9:55am	PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201	2h 15m	12:10pm	Ladysmith - Caltex Guinea Fowl	No tags

Next departures for Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith on January 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:20am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	2h 5m	11:25am	Astron Energy	Cheapest
Bus	11:15am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	2h	1:15pm	Astron Energy	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	2h 10m	3:10am	Astron Energy	No tags
Bus	7:50pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	2h 5m	9:55pm	Astron Energy	No tags
Bus	9:55am	PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201	2h 15m	12:10pm	Ladysmith - Caltex Guinea Fowl	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 10:38 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 $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

2h 5mAverage Duration

81 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545,386 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.

December 26, 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.

October 10, 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.

April 4, 2022

Intercity Xpress

3/511,831 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.2

Intercity Xpress is a long-distance bus company operating in South Africa. The company established itself as an affordable intercity bus operator, offering services between cities all over the country. Their coaches are equipped with standard seats and they have a generous luggage policy of up to 25 kg. Although they make an effort to respect their timetables, travelers report that delays are expected for Intercity Xpress, so it's good to be flexible with your schedule if you're traveling with them. Their cancellation policy is also flexible, as you can cancel your ticket up to 6 hours before travel time and get a refund of 80% of your ticket value.

Big Sky

3.5/53,339 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.5

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,358 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

Based on 9358 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Greyhound South Africa ticket prices on this trip start at $28

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.

June 25, 2022

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith, ZA by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 from $18. The average price for this route is around $28. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith?
The average bus trip duration from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith is 2h 5m, covering a distance of 81 miles (131 km). The quickest bus can get 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 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith?
A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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 has the most timely service from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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

01/06

$29

01/07

$19

Today

$22

01/09

$22

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01/11

$23

01/12

$22

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The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith, ZA was searched and found on Jan 7, 2026 with a price of $19

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 $19 to $99 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 $22 which is on 2026-01-09.