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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park) | Astron Energy | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Intercape Office, Station Road (East London Station) | Astron Energy | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park) | Astron Energy | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park) | Astron Energy | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Intercape Office, Station Road (East London Station) | Astron Energy | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 12:57 PM SAST.
Get from East London to Ladysmith
The journey takes about 11 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 44333 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 WiFi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at $48
Intercape Mainliner East London Ladysmith recent customer reviews
There was this smell i expirienced from East London to Ladysmith.I don't know whether it came the toilet or bus itself. If the company can work on that and the cleanliness of the seats.
Bongani M.
Nothing I enjoyed because we spent 3hours in Mount Frere bus had a breakdown and we had to wait for the bus from Umtata and got in Ladysmith at 8 oclock while we were suppose to be here at 3am. The bus was cold no heaters
Chwayita B.
The trip in this one particular bus was disgusting, and hygene standards were zero
Bonisile N.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from East London 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 East London to Ladysmith?
The cheapest bus tickets from East London to Ladysmith start from $48. The average price for this route is around $61. 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 East London to Ladysmith?
The average bus travel time from East London to Ladysmith is 11h 25m, covering a distance of 527 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 25m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the East London to Ladysmith route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from East London to Ladysmith?
The earliest bus departs from East London to Ladysmith at 3:30pm. And the latest bus departs at 3:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from East London to Ladysmith?
A bus trip from East London to Ladysmith generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from East London to Ladysmith, ZA was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $51To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from East London to Ladysmith, ZA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $51 to $82 for a bus ticket from East London to Ladysmith, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $51 which is on 2025-12-08.
