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Today9 Aug
from US$20
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 9 August at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Arrival time: 9 August at
    Destination city: Ladysmith
    Destination location: Astron Energy
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 9 August at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre
    Arrival time: 10 August at
    Destination city: Ladysmith
    Destination location: Caltex Garage-Ladysmith
    Operated by: Citiliner PlusCitiliner Plus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 9 August at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Arrival time: 9 August at
    Destination city: Ladysmith
    Destination location: Astron Energy
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 9 August at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre
    Arrival time: 10 August at
    Destination city: Ladysmith
    Destination location: Caltex Garage-Ladysmith
    Operated by: Citiliner PlusCitiliner Plus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 9 August at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Arrival time: 9 August at
    Destination city: Ladysmith
    Destination location: Astron Energy
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith, ZA: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$27
Average bus trip duration2h 5m
Number of daily buses8
Earliest bus departure01:00
Distance82 miles
Latest bus departure23:30

Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Pietermaritzburg - Ladysmith, ZA

  1. How far is Ladysmith from Pietermaritzburg by coach?

    The journey from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith by coach covers an approximate distance of 82 miles (132 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Ladysmith from Pietermaritzburg without a car?

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

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

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07/08
US$18
08/08
US$17
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US$18
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US$17
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith, ZA was searched and found on 11 Aug 2025 with a price of US$17

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 US$17 to US$38 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 US$17, which is on 2025-08-11.

Usually greyhound_za_lite 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmith while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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