How far is Durban from Ladysmith?

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

Bus from Durban to Ladysmith starting at US$16 | Compare & Save up to 60%

TodayJul 8

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TomorrowJul 9

from US$21

ThuJul 10

from US$22

FriJul 11

from US$22

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from US$22

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This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
Departure time: July 9 at 8:00pm
Departure city: Durban
Departure location: Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)
Arrival time: July 9 at 11:15pm
Destination city: Ladysmith
Destination location: Astron Energy
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 15m
This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
Departure time: July 9 at 10:00am
Departure city: Durban
Departure location: Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)
Arrival time: July 9 at 1:15pm
Destination city: Ladysmith
Destination location: Astron Energy
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 15m
Departure time: July 9 at 8:00am
Departure city: Durban
Departure location: Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)
Arrival time: July 9 at 11:25am
Destination city: Ladysmith
Destination location: Astron Energy
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 25m
Departure time: July 9 at 11:00am
Departure city: Durban
Departure location: Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)
Arrival time: July 9 at 2:50pm
Destination city: Ladysmith
Destination location: Astron Energy
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 50m
Departure time: July 9 at 8:00am
Departure city: Durban
Departure location: Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)
Arrival time: July 9 at 11:25am
Destination city: Ladysmith
Destination location: Astron Energy
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 25m

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Bus Durban to Ladysmith: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$23

Average Bus Trip Duration3h 50m

Number of daily buses14

Earliest bus departure7:15am

Distance187 km

Latest bus departure9:30pm

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Intercape

3.5/540,874 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Intercape is appreciated for its comfortable and clean buses, with many users highlighting the punctuality of their rides. Passengers also commend the affordability of fares and efficient staff service. However, there are consistent mentions about delays in arrival times and a need for better maintenance of bus facilities such as toilets.

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

Enjoyed that the bus was on time Departure time good. Driver was good,however, he was harsh on the brakes quite often 😳

Prescilla S.

January 9, 2025

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

Philasande N.

December 3, 2024

Big Sky

3.5/52,390 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.6

Greyhound South Africa

3/58,247 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.2

According to multiple reviews, customers express dissatisfaction with Greyhound's service due to significant delays and lack of updates. However, there are also positive opinions about the company's impressive service delivery that is greatly appreciated by customers.

Greyhound Durban Ladysmith recent customer reviews

Bus was delayed for over 4 hours and no updates issued. Will not be booking Greyhound again.

Ravi C.

January 8, 2023

I will never book greyhound again they have no respect for ones time arriving five hours late completely unacceptable for a bus line.

Natasha D.

January 8, 2023

Very disappointing bus trip. The bus was meant to leave the station at 11.35. We only ended up leaving the station at 11.45 only to go to the beachfront and wait for another bus to be transferred on to. Further to that, just after the first toll, the bus started smoking and we had to stop on the side of the road. The bus was meant to arrive in Ladysmith at 14.30, but only arrived after 4pm. Very very disappointing

Yajna M.

September 4, 2022

ZA Bus Companies: Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, Eagle Liner, APM WC, Delta Coaches

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

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Best price found

07-06

US$20

07-07

US$21

Today

US$20

07-09

US$19

07-10

US$20

07-11

US$20

07-12

US$19

07-13

US$19

The cheapest trip from Durban to Ladysmith was searched and found on Jul 9, 2025 with a price of US$19

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You can expect to pay from US$19 to US$89 for a bus ticket from Durban to Ladysmith based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$19 which is on 2025-07-09.

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Bus Durban to Ladysmith: Trip Overview

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