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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 | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | Ladysmith - Caltex Guinea Fowl | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | Astron Energy | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | Astron Energy | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | Astron Energy | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | Astron Energy | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | Astron Energy | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | Astron Energy | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | Astron Energy | No tags |
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Get from Bloemfontein to Ladysmith
The journey takes about 7 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just PLN 84, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bloemfontein 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 Bloemfontein to Ladysmith?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bloemfontein to Ladysmith start from PLN 84. The average price for this route is around PLN 160. 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 Bloemfontein to Ladysmith?
The average bus trip duration from Bloemfontein to Ladysmith is 7h 30m, covering a distance of 220 miles (355 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 30m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Bloemfontein to Ladysmith route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bloemfontein to Ladysmith?
The earliest bus departs from Bloemfontein to Ladysmith at 2:40am. And the latest bus departs at 7:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bloemfontein to Ladysmith?
A bus trip from Bloemfontein to Ladysmith generates an estimated 8.8556 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bloemfontein to Ladysmith?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 49457 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bloemfontein to Ladysmith?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Bloemfontein to Ladysmith?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Bloemfontein to Ladysmith?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 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 Bloemfontein to Ladysmith, ZA was searched and found on Aug 16, 2026 with a price of PLN 78To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bloemfontein to Ladysmith, ZA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PLN 78 to PLN 221 for a bus ticket from Bloemfontein to Ladysmith, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PLN 78 which is on 2026-08-16.
Usually Intercape 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.
