Find coaches from Johannesburg to Ladysmith, ZA

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Next departures from Johannesburg to Ladysmith on 9 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Eagle Liner
Johannesburg (Park Station)
Ladysmith (Illing Road) - Illing Road - Bti Depot, 31 Riverbank Rd, Ladysmith, 3370Cheapest
Intercape Mainliner
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
 Astron EnergyFastest
Intercape Mainliner
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
 Astron EnergyNo tags
Big Sky
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
 Astron EnergyNo tags
Intercape Mainliner
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
 Astron EnergyNo tags

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Bus Johannesburg to Ladysmith, ZA: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$34
Average bus trip duration6h
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure07:10
Distance195 miles
Latest bus departure22:00

Johannesburg to Ladysmith Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Johannesburg to Ladysmith, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Johannesburg - Ladysmith, ZA

  1. What's the distance between Johannesburg and Ladysmith by coach?

    The journey from Johannesburg to Ladysmith by coach covers an approximate distance of 195 miles (314 km).

  2. How can I get from Johannesburg to Ladysmith without driving?

    You can reach Ladysmith from Johannesburg by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
06/10
US$28
07/10
US$34
Today
US$24
09/10
US$17
10/10
US$17
11/10
US$17
12/10
US$17
13/10
US$17
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Ladysmith, ZA was searched and found on 10 Oct 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 Johannesburg to Ladysmith, ZA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$17 to US$57 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg 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 2025-10-10.

Usually Big Sky 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

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Johannesburg and Ladysmith!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Johannesburg to Ladysmith, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Johannesburg to Ladysmith that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Johannesburg to Ladysmith.

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 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.

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