Bus Ladysmith to Durban: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Ladysmith to Durban

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Ladysmith to Durban from various bus operators like Intercape or Big Sky Intercity for the next days.

today

$18

tomorrow

$18

Monday

$18

Tuesday

$18

Wednesday

$18

Thursday

$18

Friday

$18

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	3h 5m	2:45 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	5:50 AM	Durban	Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/25/2026 2:45:00 AM to Bus Station, Durban (South Africa) arriving at 7/25/2026 5:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 5m
Intercape	3h 5m	3:05 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	6:10 AM	Durban	Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/25/2026 3:05:00 AM to Bus Station, Durban (South Africa) arriving at 7/25/2026 6:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 5m
Intercape	3h 15m	2:30 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	5:45 AM	Durban	Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/25/2026 2:30:00 AM to Bus Station, Durban (South Africa) arriving at 7/25/2026 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
Big Sky Intercity	3h 25m	3:05 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	6:30 AM	Durban	O.R Tambo Parade	Economy	$20	A Bus from Big Sky Intercity goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/25/2026 3:05:00 AM to O.R Tambo Parade, Durban (South Africa) arriving at 7/25/2026 6:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	3h 25m	2:45 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	6:10 AM	Durban	O.R Tambo Parade	Economy	$18	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/26/2026 2:45:00 AM to O.R Tambo Parade, Durban (South Africa) arriving at 7/26/2026 6:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
Intercape	3h 25m	3:05 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	6:30 AM	Durban	O.R Tambo Parade	Economy	$18	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/26/2026 3:05:00 AM to O.R Tambo Parade, Durban (South Africa) arriving at 7/26/2026 6:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
Intercape	3h 5m	2:45 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	5:50 AM	Durban	Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/26/2026 2:45:00 AM to Bus Station, Durban (South Africa) arriving at 7/26/2026 5:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 5m
Intercape	3h 5m	3:05 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	6:10 AM	Durban	Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/26/2026 3:05:00 AM to Bus Station, Durban (South Africa) arriving at 7/26/2026 6:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 5m
Intercape	3h 35m	2:30 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	6:05 AM	Durban	O.R Tambo Parade	Economy	$19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/26/2026 2:30:00 AM to O.R Tambo Parade, Durban (South Africa) arriving at 7/26/2026 6:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	3h 25m	2:45 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	6:10 AM	Durban	O.R Tambo Parade	Economy	$18	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/27/2026 2:45:00 AM to O.R Tambo Parade, Durban (South Africa) arriving at 7/27/2026 6:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
Intercape	3h 25m	3:05 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	6:30 AM	Durban	O.R Tambo Parade	Economy	$18	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/27/2026 3:05:00 AM to O.R Tambo Parade, Durban (South Africa) arriving at 7/27/2026 6:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
Intercape	3h 35m	2:30 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	6:05 AM	Durban	O.R Tambo Parade	Economy	$19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/27/2026 2:30:00 AM to O.R Tambo Parade, Durban (South Africa) arriving at 7/27/2026 6:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m
Big Sky Intercity	3h 5m	3:05 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	6:10 AM	Durban	Bus Station	Economy	$20	A Bus from Big Sky Intercity goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/27/2026 3:05:00 AM to Bus Station, Durban (South Africa) arriving at 7/27/2026 6:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	3h 5m	3:05 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	6:10 AM	Durban	Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/28/2026 3:05:00 AM to Bus Station, Durban (South Africa) arriving at 7/28/2026 6:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 5m
Intercape	3h 25m	3:05 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	6:30 AM	Durban	O.R Tambo Parade	Economy	$18	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/28/2026 3:05:00 AM to O.R Tambo Parade, Durban (South Africa) arriving at 7/28/2026 6:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
Intercape	3h 15m	2:30 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	5:45 AM	Durban	Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/28/2026 2:30:00 AM to Bus Station, Durban (South Africa) arriving at 7/28/2026 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
Intercape	3h 5m	2:45 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	5:50 PM	Durban	Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/28/2026 2:45:00 PM to Bus Station, Durban (South Africa) arriving at 7/28/2026 5:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 5m
Intercape	3h 35m	2:30 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	6:05 AM	Durban	O.R Tambo Parade	Economy	$19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/28/2026 2:30:00 AM to O.R Tambo Parade, Durban (South Africa) arriving at 7/28/2026 6:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	3h 25m	3:05 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	6:30 AM	Durban	O.R Tambo Parade	Economy	$18	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/29/2026 3:05:00 AM to O.R Tambo Parade, Durban (South Africa) arriving at 7/29/2026 6:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
Intercape	3h 5m	3:05 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	6:10 AM	Durban	Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/29/2026 3:05:00 AM to Bus Station, Durban (South Africa) arriving at 7/29/2026 6:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 5m
Intercape	3h 35m	2:30 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	6:05 AM	Durban	O.R Tambo Parade	Economy	$19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/29/2026 2:30:00 AM to O.R Tambo Parade, Durban (South Africa) arriving at 7/29/2026 6:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m
Intercape	3h 30m	2:45 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	6:15 PM	Durban	O.R Tambo Parade	Economy	$19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/29/2026 2:45:00 PM to O.R Tambo Parade, Durban (South Africa) arriving at 7/29/2026 6:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 30m
Intercape	3h 15m	2:30 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	5:45 AM	Durban	Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/29/2026 2:30:00 AM to Bus Station, Durban (South Africa) arriving at 7/29/2026 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	3h 25m	2:45 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	6:10 AM	Durban	O.R Tambo Parade	Economy	$18	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/30/2026 2:45:00 AM to O.R Tambo Parade, Durban (South Africa) arriving at 7/30/2026 6:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
Intercape	3h 25m	3:05 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	6:30 AM	Durban	O.R Tambo Parade	Economy	$18	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/30/2026 3:05:00 AM to O.R Tambo Parade, Durban (South Africa) arriving at 7/30/2026 6:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
Intercape	3h 35m	2:30 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	6:05 AM	Durban	O.R Tambo Parade	Economy	$19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/30/2026 2:30:00 AM to O.R Tambo Parade, Durban (South Africa) arriving at 7/30/2026 6:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m
Big Sky Intercity	3h 5m	3:05 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	6:10 AM	Durban	Bus Station	Economy	$20	A Bus from Big Sky Intercity goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/30/2026 3:05:00 AM to Bus Station, Durban (South Africa) arriving at 7/30/2026 6:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	3h 5m	2:45 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	5:50 AM	Durban	Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/31/2026 2:45:00 AM to Bus Station, Durban (South Africa) arriving at 7/31/2026 5:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 5m
Intercape	3h 5m	3:05 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	6:10 AM	Durban	Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/31/2026 3:05:00 AM to Bus Station, Durban (South Africa) arriving at 7/31/2026 6:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 5m
Intercape	3h 25m	2:45 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	6:10 AM	Durban	O.R Tambo Parade	Economy	$18	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/31/2026 2:45:00 AM to O.R Tambo Parade, Durban (South Africa) arriving at 7/31/2026 6:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
Intercape	3h 25m	3:05 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	6:30 AM	Durban	O.R Tambo Parade	Economy	$18	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/31/2026 3:05:00 AM to O.R Tambo Parade, Durban (South Africa) arriving at 7/31/2026 6:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
Intercape	3h 15m	2:30 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	5:45 AM	Durban	Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/31/2026 2:30:00 AM to Bus Station, Durban (South Africa) arriving at 7/31/2026 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m

Frequency of bus connections between Ladysmith and Durban

See here how frequent the connections between Ladysmith and Durban are, during different times and days of the week.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 19 daily buses from Ladysmith to Durban. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 10 daily coaches between Ladysmith and Durban.

The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 51 buses from Ladysmith to Durban, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Ladysmith and Durban, with 8 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 7/20/2026 costs just $18, from Intercape

Facts about the bus from Ladysmith to Durban

Compare all providers like Intercape and Big Sky Intercity that travel 13 times every day by bus from Ladysmith to Durban in one click! Book your bus ticket from Ladysmith to Durban starting from $18!

Cheapest Bus	$18
Fastest Bus	2h 55m
Earliest Bus	2:30 AM
Latest Bus	2:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes	13 Ø
Distance	117.1 miles
Bus Companies	Intercape and Big Sky Intercity

Cheapest bus connections from Ladysmith to Durban

Every day, 13 buses from 2 bus companies leave Ladysmith for Durban: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/25/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/19

Monday 07/20

Tuesday 07/21

Wednesday 07/22

Thursday 07/23

Friday 07/24

Saturday 07/25

$20

Sunday 07/26

$18

Monday 07/27

$18

Tuesday 07/28

$18

Wednesday 07/29

$18

Thursday 07/30

$20

Friday 07/31

$18

Saturday 08/01

$18

Sunday 08/02

$18

Monday 08/03

$18

Tuesday 08/04

$18

Wednesday 08/05

$18

Thursday 08/06

$21

Friday 08/07

$27

Saturday 08/08

$20

Sunday 08/09

$23

Monday 08/10

$20

Tuesday 08/11

$19

Wednesday 08/12

$18

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Ladysmith to Durban

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Ladysmith to Durban, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $18, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Ladysmith to Durban. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $18.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Ladysmith to Durban, with $18. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $23.

How to save money travelling from Ladysmith to Durban

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Ladysmith to Durban in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Ladysmith to Durban, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Ladysmith to Durban are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Ladysmith to Durban

These are the most booked bus companies between Ladysmith to Durban from our users.

Intercape from Ladysmith to Durban

Here you will find the key facts about the Intercape bus route Ladysmith to Durban:

Cheapest Price	$18
Fastest Bus	2h 55m
Earliest Bus	2:30 AM
Last Bus	2:45 PM
Daily Connections	13 Ø
Found on	6/30/2026

All bus stations and stops in Ladysmith and Durban

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Ladysmith and Durban.

Murchison Street

Murchison Street 206

Engen Tugela 1 Stop South

N3 Hwy

BTI Coachlines

The Oval Shopping Centre

Bus Station

Masabalala Yengwa Ave 65

O.R Tambo Parade

Marine Parade 85

Gateway

Pavallian Hotel

ICC

Bram Fischer Rd 45

Service and Comfort on the bus from Ladysmith to Durban

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Ladysmith to Durban? Or which bus companies serve the route Ladysmith to Durban? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Ladysmith to Durban bus

How much does a Ladysmith Durban bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $18 and takes 3h 5m to reach Durban. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Ladysmith to Durban?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $18 and $33. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Durban.

On average, how many connections are available from Ladysmith to Durban each day?

Every day, the Ladysmith to Durban bus route is served by approximately 13 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Ladysmith to Durban take?

The fastest bus from Ladysmith to Durban is offered by Intercape and takes 2h 55m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $19. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Ladysmith to Durban?

The earliest bus arriving in Durban from Ladysmith starts at 2:30 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Ladysmith to Durban?

The latest bus trip departing from Ladysmith for Durban starts at 2:45 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Ladysmith Durban route?

When traveling by bus from Ladysmith to Durban, passengers can travel with Intercape and Big Sky Intercity. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Ladysmith and Durban?

You can check all the direct connections between Ladysmith and Durban by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Intercape and Big Sky Intercity.

What can I take with me on the Ladysmith to Durban bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Ladysmith Durban bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Ladysmith Durban bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Ladysmith to Durban on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Ladysmith to Durban

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Ladysmith and to Durban

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Ladysmith and to Durban. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!