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Bus Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg: Trip Overview
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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 Ladysmith Pietermaritzburg recent customer reviews
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.
They need to improve their communication with passengers if the bus will be late
The Bus was under pressure and he had to arrange for our luggage at the same time he had to perform checkins
Based on 4437 reviews, the company was rated 2.7 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the wifi. Greyhound South Africa ticket prices on this trip start at $16.00
Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg Buses
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Information on this bus route
Daily Departures | 9 |
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures | 2:25AM - 11:45PM |
Minimum Price | $20 |
Average Ticket Price | $19 |
Minimum Trip Duration | 1h45m |
Average Bus Trip Duration | 2h |
Distance | 81 miles (130 km) |
Bus Companies on This Route | Intercape, Greyhound South Africa |
Frequently asked questions for your trip Ladysmith - Pietermaritzburg
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.
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.
The distance separating Ladysmith and Pietermaritzburg is 82 miles (132 km).
About 9 buses travel this route daily, provided by Intercape and Greyhound South Africa. The number of buses running from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg may change based on the day of the week. Want to make your bus journey from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg as easy as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.
The bus service operates between 2:25 AM and 11:45 PM.
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 $15.
You can expect to pay around $19 for a bus ticket. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $15 and $52, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.
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.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg, as early as possible.
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9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
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