How far is Ladysmith from Mthatha?

About 218 miles (351 km) separate Ladysmith and Mthatha.

Bus Ladysmith to Mthatha from $25 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Ladysmith to Mthatha on November 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:55pm	Astron Energy	8h 45m	7:40am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	Cheapest
	Bus	10:55pm	Astron Energy	8h 30m	7:25am	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	Fastest

Next departures for Ladysmith to Mthatha on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:55pm	Astron Energy	8h 45m	7:40am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	Cheapest
Bus	10:55pm	Astron Energy	8h 30m	7:25am	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	Fastest
Bus	10:55pm	Astron Energy	8h 45m	7:40am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	10:55pm	Astron Energy	8h 45m	7:40am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	10:55pm	Astron Energy	8h 30m	7:25am	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	No tags

Next departures for Ladysmith to Mthatha on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:55pm	Astron Energy	8h 45m	7:40am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	Cheapest
Bus	10:55pm	Astron Energy	8h 30m	7:25am	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	Fastest
Bus	10:55pm	Astron Energy	8h 45m	7:40am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	10:55pm	Astron Energy	8h 45m	7:40am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	10:55pm	Astron Energy	8h 30m	7:25am	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	No tags

Next departures for Ladysmith to Mthatha on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:55pm	Astron Energy	8h 45m	7:40am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	Cheapest
Bus	10:55pm	Astron Energy	8h 30m	7:25am	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	Fastest
Bus	10:55pm	Astron Energy	8h 45m	7:40am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	10:55pm	Astron Energy	8h 45m	7:40am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	10:55pm	Astron Energy	8h 30m	7:25am	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	No tags

Next departures for Ladysmith to Mthatha on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:55pm	Astron Energy	8h 45m	7:40am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	Cheapest
Bus	10:55pm	Astron Energy	8h 30m	7:25am	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	Fastest
Bus	10:55pm	Astron Energy	8h 45m	7:40am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	10:55pm	Astron Energy	8h 45m	7:40am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	10:55pm	Astron Energy	8h 30m	7:25am	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	No tags

Next departures for Ladysmith to Mthatha on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:55pm	Astron Energy	8h 45m	7:40am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	Cheapest
Bus	10:55pm	Astron Energy	8h 30m	7:25am	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	Fastest
Bus	10:55pm	Astron Energy	8h 45m	7:40am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	10:55pm	Astron Energy	8h 45m	7:40am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	10:55pm	Astron Energy	8h 30m	7:25am	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:43 PM SAST.

Get from Ladysmith to Mthatha

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

8h 30mAverage Duration

218 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/543,875 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

According to multiple reviews, customers have expressed satisfaction with the service in terms of punctuality. However, some customers suggest that buses should also accommodate people who are late, just as they wait for buses that arrive late.

Intercape Ladysmith Mthatha recent customer reviews

The buses must also accommodate people who are late, the same how we wait for the buses that come late

Hlayisani Cleon M.

June 18, 2022

The bus was very late and the driver was slow

Sphesihle J.

February 6, 2024

The bus arrived late and there was no apology

Sinethemba M.

July 23, 2023

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,133 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

Users have shared positive experiences with the service, highlighting friendly staff and good time management. The bus arrived on time, and drivers were noted for their safe driving practices. Overall, there was nothing mentioned that detracted from their enjoyment of the trip.

Citiliner Plus Ladysmith Mthatha recent customer reviews

I enjoy every aspect of the trip, friendly stuff, good time management, there was nothing i didn't enjoy

Sihle A.

July 7, 2024

We had mechanic problem we were changed twice and also poor communication I delayed I could not even attend an Interview today that was at 9

Oyama M.

April 12, 2024

ZA bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Ladysmith, ZA to Mthatha by bus

How far is Ladysmith from Mthatha?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/17

$27

11/18

$36

Today

$34

11/20

$33

11/21

$39

11/22

$33

11/23

$33

11/24

$25

The cheapest trip from Ladysmith, ZA to Mthatha was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $25

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

You can expect to pay from $25 to $47 for a bus ticket from Ladysmith, ZA to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2025-11-24.