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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Total Garage | Astron Energy | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Total Garage | Astron Energy | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Total Garage | Astron Energy | No tags |
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Get from Potchefstroom to Ladysmith
The journey takes about 16 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $70, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Potchefstroom to Ladysmith, ZA by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Potchefstroom to Ladysmith?
The cheapest bus tickets from Potchefstroom to Ladysmith start from $70. The average price for this route is around $79. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Potchefstroom to Ladysmith?
The average bus travel time from Potchefstroom to Ladysmith is 16h 10m, covering a distance of 334 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 55m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Potchefstroom to Ladysmith route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Potchefstroom to Ladysmith?
The earliest bus departs from Potchefstroom to Ladysmith at 10:50am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Potchefstroom to Ladysmith?
A bus trip from Potchefstroom to Ladysmith generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Potchefstroom to Ladysmith?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 3334 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Potchefstroom to Ladysmith?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Potchefstroom to Ladysmith?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Potchefstroom to Ladysmith?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Potchefstroom to Ladysmith, ZA was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $70To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Potchefstroom to Ladysmith, ZA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $70 to $160 for a bus ticket from Potchefstroom to Ladysmith, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $70 which is on 2026-01-14.
