How far is Durban from Ladysmith?

Durban and Ladysmith are 189 km (117 miles) apart.

Bus Durban to Ladysmith from $23 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Durban to Ladysmith on November 8
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:00am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	3h 15m	1:15pm	Astron Energy	Cheapest
10:00am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	3h 15m	1:15pm	Astron Energy	Fastest
10:00am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	3h 15m	1:15pm	Astron Energy	No tags
6:30pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	3h 25m	9:55pm	Astron Energy	No tags
11:00am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	3h 50m	2:50pm	Astron Energy	No tags

Next departures for Durban to Ladysmith on November 9
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:30pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	3h 20m	10:50pm	Astron Energy	Cheapest
10:00am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	3h 15m	1:15pm	Astron Energy	Fastest
8:00am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	3h 25m	11:25am	Astron Energy	No tags
6:30pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	3h 25m	9:55pm	Astron Energy	No tags
8:00am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	3h 25m	11:25am	Astron Energy	No tags

Next departures for Durban to Ladysmith on November 10
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:30am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	3h 25m	1:55pm	Astron Energy	Cheapest
10:00am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	3h 15m	1:15pm	Astron Energy	Fastest
8:00am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	3h 25m	11:25am	Astron Energy	No tags
6:30pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	3h 25m	9:55pm	Astron Energy	No tags
8:00am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	3h 25m	11:25am	Astron Energy	No tags

Next departures for Durban to Ladysmith on November 11
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:30pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	3h 20m	10:50pm	Astron Energy	Cheapest
10:00am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	3h 15m	1:15pm	Astron Energy	Fastest
8:00am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	3h 25m	11:25am	Astron Energy	No tags
6:30pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	3h 25m	9:55pm	Astron Energy	No tags
8:00am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	3h 25m	11:25am	Astron Energy	No tags

Next departures for Durban to Ladysmith on November 12
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:00pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	3h 25m	11:25pm	Astron Energy	Cheapest
10:00am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	3h 15m	1:15pm	Astron Energy	Fastest
10:00am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	3h 15m	1:15pm	Astron Energy	No tags
6:30pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	3h 25m	9:55pm	Astron Energy	No tags
10:00am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	3h 15m	1:15pm	Astron Energy	No tags

Next departures for Durban to Ladysmith on November 14
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:30pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	3h 20m	10:50pm	Astron Energy	Cheapest
10:00am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	3h 15m	1:15pm	Astron Energy	Fastest
8:00am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	3h 25m	11:25am	Astron Energy	No tags
6:30pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	3h 25m	9:55pm	Astron Energy	No tags
8:00am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	3h 25m	11:25am	Astron Energy	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:47 PM SAST.

Get from Durban to Ladysmith

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

3h 25mAverage Duration

188 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/543,624 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Customers generally appreciate the comfort and punctuality of the service, with many highlighting the efficient and friendly staff. However, some reviews mention occasional delays and a lack of amenities such as toilet paper and charging stations. Despite these minor issues, the overall experience is positive, with many users expressing satisfaction and willingness to recommend the service.

Intercape Mainliner Durban Ladysmith recent customer reviews

Loved the music the driver played, aircon was working, seats were very comfortable. I enjoyed the trip ☺️

Ashika G.

May 14, 2025

The bus was comfortable however rhe trip took extra 3 hours longer than expected

Philasande N.

December 3, 2024

It was clean, however, no proper ventilation as the heater was switched on instead of the fans

Mfundo M.

September 7, 2024

Big Sky

3.5/52,929 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 from Durban to Ladysmith, ZA by bus

How far is Durban from Ladysmith?
Durban and Ladysmith are 189 km (117 miles) apart.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11-06

$26

11-07

$23

Today

$26

11-09

$24

11-10

$26

11-11

$23

11-12

$26

11-13

$26

The cheapest trip from Durban to Ladysmith, ZA was searched and found on Nov 11, 2025 with a price of $23

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

You can expect to pay from $23 to $50 for a bus ticket from Durban to Ladysmith, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2025-11-11.

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