Bus Tickets from Cape Town to Ladysmith, ZA

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TodayJun 3
from US$56
TomorrowJun 4
from US$71
ThuJun 5
from US$61
FriJun 6
from US$61
SatJun 7
from US$62
SunJun 8
from US$57
MonJun 9
from US$59
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 4 at
    Departure city: Cape Town
    Departure location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Arrival time: June 5 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: June 4 at
    Departure city: Cape Town
    Departure location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Arrival time: June 5 at
    Destination city: Ladysmith
    Destination location: Astron Energy
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 4 at
    Departure city: Cape Town
    Departure location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Arrival time: June 5 at
    Destination city: Ladysmith
    Destination location: Astron Energy
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 4 at
    Departure city: Cape Town
    Departure location: Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)
    Arrival time: June 5 at
    Destination city: Ladysmith
    Destination location: Astron Energy
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 4 at
    Departure city: Cape Town
    Departure location: Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)
    Arrival time: June 5 at
    Destination city: Ladysmith
    Destination location: Astron Energy
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Cape Town to Ladysmith: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$56
Average Bus Trip Duration20h 55m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure11:00am
Distance1214 km
Latest bus departure6:15pm

Cape Town to Ladysmith Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Ladysmith from Cape Town, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Cape Town - Ladysmith, ZA

  1. How long is the trip from Cape Town to Ladysmith by bus?

    The bus ride from Cape Town to Ladysmith takes 20h 55m, on average. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 20h 25m.

  2. What is the travel distance from Cape Town to Ladysmith?

    The distance between Cape Town and Ladysmith is approximately 1234 km (765 miles).

  3. What is the cheapest way to get from Cape Town to Ladysmith?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Ladysmith from Cape Town; it tends to be more affordable. With a starting ticket price of US$43, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  4. How much does the bus ticket cost from Cape Town to Ladysmith?

    You can expect to pay around US$56 for the bus ride from Cape Town to Ladysmith.

  5. Is there an overnight bus from Cape Town to Ladysmith?

    Yes! If you're heading from Cape Town to Ladysmith, you'll find buses departing until 6:15pm and arriving the next day.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
06-01
US$49
06-02
US$51
Today
US$53
06-04
US$69
06-05
US$58
06-06
US$58
06-07
US$59
06-08
US$54
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cape Town to Ladysmith was searched and found on Jun 1, 2025 with a price of US$49

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

You can expect to pay from US$49 to US$87 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Ladysmith based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$54 which is on 2025-06-08.

Usually MAINLINER EXPRESS 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

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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 Cape Town 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 Cape Town to Ladysmith.

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

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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