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

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Pretoria 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 is the bus ride from Ladysmith to Pretoria?

On average, the trip from Ladysmith to Pretoria takes around 7h, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 5h 40m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 217 miles (349 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between Ladysmith and Pretoria?

Ladysmith and Pretoria are 217 miles (349 km) apart.

What is the cheapest way to travel from Ladysmith to Pretoria?

Go for the bus if you want the most cost-effective way to travel this route. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $17.

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

The bus ticket costs $27 on average. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $17 and $83, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from Ladysmith to Pretoria?

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Ladysmith to Pretoria. Don't forget to bring a snack and a blanket to help you stay comfortable through the night.

Ladysmith, ZA to Pretoria Bus Tickets

TodayMay 10

from $17

TomorrowMay 11

from $17

MonMay 12

from $17

TueMay 13

from $17

WedMay 14

from $17

ThuMay 15

from $17

FriMay 16

from $17

SatMay 17

from $17

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 11 at 9:00am
Departure city: Ladysmith
Departure location: Ladysmith (Illing Road) - Illing Road - Bti Depot, 31 Riverbank Rd, Ladysmith, 3370
Arrival time: May 11 at 2:55pm
Destination city: Pretoria
Destination location: Bosman Coach Station Terminus
Operated by: Eagle Liner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 55m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 11 at 1:30am
Departure city: Ladysmith
Departure location: Caltex Garage-Ladysmith
Arrival time: May 11 at 7:10am
Destination city: Pretoria
Destination location: Pretoria Luxury Coach Terminal
Operated by: Citiliner Plus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 40m
Departure time: May 11 at 11:30am
Departure city: Ladysmith
Departure location: Astron Energy
Arrival time: May 11 at 7:00pm
Destination city: Pretoria
Destination location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 7h 30m
Departure time: May 11 at 1:30am
Departure city: Ladysmith
Departure location: Caltex Garage-Ladysmith
Arrival time: May 11 at 7:10am
Destination city: Pretoria
Destination location: Pretoria Luxury Coach Terminal
Operated by: Citiliner Plus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 40m
Departure time: May 11 at 11:30am
Departure city: Ladysmith
Departure location: Astron Energy
Arrival time: May 11 at 7:00pm
Destination city: Pretoria
Destination location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 7h 30m

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Bus Ladysmith to Pretoria: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$27

Average bus trip duration7h

Number of daily buses6

Earliest bus departure1:00am

Distance217 miles (349 km)

Latest bus departure11:20pm

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Intercape

3.5/539,662 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Passengers have shared positive experiences, highlighting the comfort of the buses and friendly staff. Many found their trips enjoyable with clean facilities and reliable service. However, some reviews mention occasional delays in arrival times and minor maintenance issues like charging pods needing repair or insufficient air conditioning leading to cold conditions during travel.

Intercape Mainliner Ladysmith Pretoria recent customer reviews

The bus was five hours late!I had an appointment at 13:00 now I canceled it due to this.Very disappointing

Alwande L.

April 21, 2025

The trip was great but I didn't like the confusion about the bus number because I nearly missed my bus because of their system.

Lunga G.

January 12, 2025

They opened the cold air conditioner, I got flu now because of the air conditioner

Mandisa N.

January 11, 2025

Big Sky

3.5/52,149 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.6

Eagle Liner

2.5/58,741 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.3

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi0.7

Passengers have expressed appreciation for the friendly and communicative drivers, who ensure a pleasant journey. However, there are consistent mentions of delays in arrival times due to extended travel durations or bus changes. Despite these timing issues, travelers generally find the experience enjoyable with attentive staff enhancing their comfort during trips.

Eagle Liner Ladysmith Pretoria recent customer reviews

The bus had a bad odor and it took forever to get to the destination. I left Ladysmith at 9:10 and arrived in Pretoria at 17:45. Please since it's winter consider the safety of your passengers

Silindile Noxolo M.

May 5, 2025

Enjoyed accommodation What is Didn't enjoy is time management As we traveled for 8 hours

Amukelwa K.

April 22, 2025

It was very horrible the bus came at Illing road full we didn't have a space we were left behind we our tickets and the owner was rude and he didn't pick up our phones when we call him😡. Right now we are sleeping in the bus with kids and old people who drink chronic medication. We don't have food and water.😡

Sinenhlanhla F.

January 4, 2025

Greyhound South Africa

3/57,730 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.2

Customers have expressed dissatisfaction with the service, particularly regarding time travels. Some improvements in the service are desirable as customers had to change buses multiple times and were forced to travel at very slow speeds.

Citiliner Plus Ladysmith Pretoria recent customer reviews

It's very comfortable and they keep time , What I didn't like was sitting next to the toilet and it was so smelling

Sindisiwe X.

September 16, 2024

I enjoyed nothing there was very disappointed with their poor service 😞 was supposed to catch my bus at 1:30 am but it delayed for about 3 hours coz it came at 3:20 I will never choose that bus ever again and it was my 1st time got very dissatisfied with it 😢

Londiwe M.

September 24, 2023

We changed buses 2x. Along the way, we were forced to change to a bus that was traveling at the maximum speed of 20km/hr if not 10.

Deirdre P.

July 11, 2022

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 Pretoria from Ladysmith without a car?
How long is the bus ride from Ladysmith to Pretoria?
What is the distance between Ladysmith and Pretoria?
What is the cheapest way to travel from Ladysmith to Pretoria?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Ladysmith to Pretoria?
Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from Ladysmith to Pretoria?

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

Best price found

05/08

$20

05/09

$21

Today

$16

05/11

$17

05/12

$17

05/13

$17

05/14

$17

05/15

$17

The cheapest trip from Ladysmith to Pretoria was searched and found on May 10, 2025 with a price of $16

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

You can expect to pay from $16 to $43 for a bus ticket from Ladysmith to Pretoria based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2025-05-13.

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Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Ladysmith to Pretoria.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Ladysmith to Pretoria, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Ladysmith to Pretoria.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Ladysmith to Pretoria, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

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.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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Bus Ladysmith to Pretoria: Trip Overview

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Frequently asked questions for your trip Ladysmith - Pretoria

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

How long is the bus ride from Ladysmith to Pretoria?

What is the distance between Ladysmith and Pretoria?

What is the cheapest way to travel from Ladysmith to Pretoria?

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

Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from Ladysmith to Pretoria?

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