What's the distance between Ladysmith and Durban by coach?

The journey from Ladysmith to Durban by coach covers an approximate distance of 117 miles (189 km).

How can I get from Ladysmith to Durban without driving?

You can reach Durban from Ladysmith by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus Ladysmith to Durban from £13 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Ladysmith to Durban on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:45	Astron Energy	3h 5m	05:50	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	Cheapest
Bus	14:20	Astron Energy	3h	17:20	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	Fastest
Bus	02:45	Astron Energy	3h 5m	05:50	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	03:05	Astron Energy	3h 5m	06:10	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	02:45	Astron Energy	3h 5m	05:50	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags

Next departures from Ladysmith to Durban on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:25	Astron Energy	3h 5m	05:30	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	Cheapest
Bus	14:20	Astron Energy	3h	17:20	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	Fastest
Bus	02:25	Astron Energy	3h 5m	05:30	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	03:05	Astron Energy	3h 5m	06:10	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	02:25	Astron Energy	3h 5m	05:30	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags

Next departures from Ladysmith to Durban on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:25	Astron Energy	3h 5m	06:30	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	Cheapest
Bus	14:05	Astron Energy	2h 55m	17:00	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	Fastest
Bus	02:25	Astron Energy	3h 5m	05:30	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	03:05	Astron Energy	3h 5m	06:10	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	02:25	Astron Energy	3h 5m	05:30	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags

Next departures from Ladysmith to Durban on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:05	Astron Energy	2h 55m	17:00	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	Cheapest
Bus	14:05	Astron Energy	2h 55m	17:00	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	Fastest
Bus	02:25	Astron Energy	3h 5m	05:30	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	03:05	Astron Energy	3h 5m	06:10	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	02:25	Astron Energy	3h 5m	05:30	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags

Next departures from Ladysmith to Durban on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:45	Astron Energy	3h 5m	17:50	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	Cheapest
Bus	14:20	Astron Energy	3h	17:20	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	Fastest
Bus	02:25	Astron Energy	3h 5m	05:30	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	03:05	Astron Energy	3h 5m	06:10	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	02:25	Astron Energy	3h 5m	05:30	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags

Next departures from Ladysmith to Durban on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:25	Astron Energy	3h 5m	06:30	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	Cheapest
Bus	14:05	Astron Energy	2h 55m	17:00	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	Fastest
Bus	02:25	Astron Energy	3h 5m	05:30	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	03:05	Astron Energy	3h 5m	06:10	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	02:25	Astron Energy	3h 5m	05:30	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 18:29 SAST.

Get from Ladysmith to Durban

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just £14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

3h 5mAverage duration

118 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/543,839 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Passengers generally appreciate the cleanliness and comfort of the buses, along with friendly and professional staff. However, a common concern is delays in bus schedules without prior notification to passengers. While some travelers understand minor delays due to logistical reasons, others express frustration over significant wait times without communication from the company.

Intercape Mainliner Ladysmith Durban recent customer reviews

Horrible... The bus was 3 hours late, extremely cold temperature for an hour,the bus was filthy and my disability was NOT ACCOMMODATED

Prescilla S.

17 October 2025

Very bad driver is driving without lights and speedy very fast 108 bus was 6.30hours late now driver is rushing

Nicolene P.

9 July 2025

Breaking Harshly, Did not stop at all for a break, heaters full blast was boiling inside the bus and couldn't even breath.

Kyle T.

8 May 2025

Big Sky

3.5/52,997 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

ZA Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Ladysmith, ZA to Durban

What's the distance between Ladysmith and Durban by coach?
The journey from Ladysmith to Durban by coach covers an approximate distance of 117 miles (189 km).
How can I get from Ladysmith to Durban without driving?
You can reach Durban from Ladysmith by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

16/11

£14

17/11

£15

Today

£15

19/11

£14

20/11

£13

21/11

£14

22/11

£15

23/11

£14

The cheapest trip from Ladysmith, ZA to Durban was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of £13

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 Durban as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £13 to £48 for a bus ticket from Ladysmith, ZA to Durban based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £13, which is on 2025-11-20.

Usually Big Sky will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.