Is there a way to reach Pietermaritzburg from Ladysmith without a car?

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Pietermaritzburg without a car. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

How long does it take to get to Pietermaritzburg from Ladysmith by bus?

On average, the trip from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg takes around 2h, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 1h 45m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 82 miles (132 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between Ladysmith and Pietermaritzburg?

The distance separating Ladysmith and Pietermaritzburg is 82 miles (132 km).

What is the most cost-effective way to go from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg?

Go for the bus if you want the most cost-effective way to travel this route. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $17.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg?

You can expect to pay around $23 for a bus ticket. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $17 and $62, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Is it possible to take a day trip from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg?

Yes, a day trip from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg is definitely doable. The total time it takes to make a round-trip between Ladysmith and Pietermaritzburg is about 3h 30m. So you'll have plenty of time to discover Pietermaritzburg before making your way back to Ladysmith.

Ladysmith, ZA to Pietermaritzburg Bus Tickets

TodayMay 5

from $19

TomorrowMay 6

from $17

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 6 at 2:45pm
Departure city: Ladysmith
Departure location: Astron Energy
Arrival time: May 6 at 4:45pm
Destination city: Pietermaritzburg
Destination location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 6 at 3:15am
Departure city: Ladysmith
Departure location: Astron Energy
Arrival time: May 6 at 5:10am
Destination city: Pietermaritzburg
Destination location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 55m
Departure time: May 6 at 2:40am
Departure city: Ladysmith
Departure location: Astron Energy
Arrival time: May 6 at 4:40am
Destination city: Pietermaritzburg
Destination location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h
Departure time: May 6 at 11:45pm
Departure city: Ladysmith
Departure location: Caltex Garage-Ladysmith
Arrival time: May 7 at 1:40am
Destination city: Pietermaritzburg
Destination location: PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre
Operated by: Citiliner Plus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 55m
Departure time: May 6 at 2:40am
Departure city: Ladysmith
Departure location: Astron Energy
Arrival time: May 6 at 4:40am
Destination city: Pietermaritzburg
Destination location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h

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Bus Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$23

Average bus trip duration2h

Number of daily buses8

Earliest bus departure2:25am

Distance81 miles (130 km)

Latest bus departure11:45pm

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Intercape

3.5/539,575 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

According to customer reviews, staff members have poor communication skills and are not very friendly. Additionally, buses consistently run 1-2 hours late, causing frustration for passengers who are required to arrive at the bus stop 30 minutes before departure time. Some customers even experienced delays of up to 4 hours.

Intercape Mainliner Express Ladysmith Pietermaritzburg recent customer reviews

The Bus was over an hour late. Aircons not working. Had to turn around at Bergville because a passenger forgot to get off in Ladysmith so we had to go back to Ladysmith which then made us another half hour late!

Bianca H.

December 31, 2024

Staff members are not very friendly and have bad comunication skills, buses are always about 1-2 hours late which is very frustrating considering the fact that we have to be by the bus stop 30 minutes before departer time.

Shaunell R.

April 7, 2023

They need to improve their communication with passengers if the bus will be late

Skhumbuzo C.

April 8, 2021

Big Sky

3.5/52,133 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.6

Greyhound South Africa

3/57,692 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.2

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

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Is there a way to reach Pietermaritzburg from Ladysmith without a car?
How long does it take to get to Pietermaritzburg from Ladysmith by bus?
What is the distance between Ladysmith and Pietermaritzburg?
What is the most cost-effective way to go from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg?
Is it possible to take a day trip from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg?

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$18

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The cheapest trip from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on May 6, 2025 with a price of $17

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You can expect to pay from $17 to $40 for a bus ticket from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2025-05-06.

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Bus Tickets from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg

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Frequently asked questions for your trip Ladysmith - Pietermaritzburg

Is there a way to reach Pietermaritzburg from Ladysmith without a car?

How long does it take to get to Pietermaritzburg from Ladysmith by bus?

What is the distance between Ladysmith and Pietermaritzburg?

What is the most cost-effective way to go from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg?

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg?

Is it possible to take a day trip from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg?

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