Bus from Richards Bay to Ladysmith, ZA: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Richards Bay to Ladysmith on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercape MainlinerBus
Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
Astron EnergyCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:56 PM SAST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Richards Bay to Ladysmith

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Ladysmith. The journey takes about 6 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
6h 50mAverage Duration
138 milesDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$25 - $34Average Duration6h 50m
6kg CO₂e
Shuttle
Average Price$23 - $35Average Duration7h 10m
7kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Richards Bay 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Richards Bay to Ladysmith?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Richards Bay to Ladysmith start from $25. The average price for this route is around $26. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Richards Bay to Ladysmith?

    The average bus trip duration from Richards Bay to Ladysmith is 6h 50m, covering a distance of 138 miles (223 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 50m and is operated by Intercape.

  3. Which bus companies service the Richards Bay to Ladysmith route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Richards Bay to Ladysmith?

    The earliest bus departs from Richards Bay to Ladysmith at 4:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 4:00pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richards Bay to Ladysmith?

    A bus trip from Richards Bay to Ladysmith generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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11/28
$22
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11/30
$33
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12/02
$21
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richards Bay to Ladysmith, ZA was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $21

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

You can expect to pay from $21 to $33 for a bus ticket from Richards Bay to Ladysmith, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2025-12-02.

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