Bus Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg - Compare all Companies

Compare all timetables for the bus from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg

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

today

$18

tomorrow

$18

Wednesday

$20

Thursday

$18

Friday

$18

Saturday

$18

Sunday

$18

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	2h 0m	2:45 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	4:45 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/27/2026 2:45:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/27/2026 4:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m
Intercape	2h 0m	3:05 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	5:05 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/27/2026 3:05:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/27/2026 5:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m
Intercape	1h 55m	2:30 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	4:25 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/27/2026 2:30:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/27/2026 4:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
Intercape	1h 55m	2:05 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	4:00 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/27/2026 2:05:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/27/2026 4:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
Intercape	2h 0m	2:45 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	4:45 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/27/2026 2:45:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/27/2026 4:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	2h 0m	3:05 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	5:05 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/28/2026 3:05:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/28/2026 5:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m
Intercape	1h 55m	2:30 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	4:25 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/28/2026 2:30:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/28/2026 4:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
Intercape	2h 0m	2:45 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	4:45 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/28/2026 2:45:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/28/2026 4:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m
Intercape	1h 55m	2:20 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	4:15 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$24	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/28/2026 2:20:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/28/2026 4:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
Intercape	2h 0m	2:45 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	4:45 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$33	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/28/2026 2:45:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/28/2026 4:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Big Sky Intercity	2h 0m	3:05 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	5:05 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$20	A Bus from Big Sky Intercity goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/29/2026 3:05:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/29/2026 5:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m
Intercape	1h 55m	2:30 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	4:25 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$21	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/29/2026 2:30:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/29/2026 4:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
Intercape	2h 0m	2:45 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	4:45 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$21	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/29/2026 2:45:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/29/2026 4:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m
Intercape	2h 0m	2:45 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	4:45 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$22	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/29/2026 2:45:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/29/2026 4:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $22 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	2h 0m	2:45 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	4:45 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/30/2026 2:45:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/30/2026 4:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m
Intercape	2h 0m	3:05 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	5:05 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/30/2026 3:05:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/30/2026 5:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m
Intercape	1h 55m	2:30 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	4:25 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/30/2026 2:30:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/30/2026 4:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
Intercape	1h 55m	2:05 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	4:00 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/30/2026 2:05:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/30/2026 4:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
Intercape	2h 0m	2:45 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	4:45 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/30/2026 2:45:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/30/2026 4:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	2h 0m	2:45 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	4:45 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/31/2026 2:45:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/31/2026 4:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m
Intercape	2h 0m	3:05 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	5:05 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/31/2026 3:05:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/31/2026 5:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m
Intercape	1h 55m	2:30 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	4:25 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/31/2026 2:30:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/31/2026 4:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
Intercity Xpress	2h 0m	2:40 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	4:40 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$22	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 7/31/2026 2:40:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 7/31/2026 4:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $22 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	2h 0m	3:05 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	5:05 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 8/1/2026 3:05:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 8/1/2026 5:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m
Intercape	1h 55m	2:30 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	4:25 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 8/1/2026 2:30:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 8/1/2026 4:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
Intercape	2h 0m	2:45 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	4:45 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 8/1/2026 2:45:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 8/1/2026 4:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m
Intercity Xpress	2h 0m	2:40 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	4:40 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$21	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 8/1/2026 2:40:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 8/1/2026 4:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	1h 55m	2:30 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	4:25 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 8/2/2026 2:30:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 8/2/2026 4:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
Intercape	2h 0m	2:45 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	4:45 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 8/2/2026 2:45:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 8/2/2026 4:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m
Intercape	2h 0m	3:05 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	5:05 AM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 8/2/2026 3:05:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 8/2/2026 5:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m
Intercape	1h 55m	2:05 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	4:00 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 8/2/2026 2:05:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 8/2/2026 4:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
Intercape	2h 0m	2:45 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	4:45 PM	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 8/2/2026 2:45:00 PM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 8/2/2026 4:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg is $17 on 8/18/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Ladysmith and Pietermaritzburg

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

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 26 daily buses from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Ladysmith and Pietermaritzburg.

The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 45 buses from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Ladysmith and Pietermaritzburg, with 7 offers.

Facts about the bus from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg

Compare all providers like Intercape, Big Sky Intercity and Intercity Xpress that travel 13 times every day by bus from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg in one click! Book your bus ticket from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg starting from $17!

Cheapest Bus	$17
Fastest Bus	1h 45m
Earliest Bus	2:30 AM
Latest Bus	10:55 PM
Daily Bus Routes	13 Ø
Distance	81.9 miles
Bus Companies	Intercape, Big Sky Intercity and Intercity Xpress

Cheapest bus connections from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg

Every day, 13 buses from 3 bus companies leave Ladysmith for Pietermaritzburg: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/27/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/26

Monday 07/27

$18

Tuesday 07/28

$20

Wednesday 07/29

$20

Thursday 07/30

$18

Friday 07/31

$20

Saturday 08/01

$20

Sunday 08/02

$18

Monday 08/03

$20

Tuesday 08/04

$18

Wednesday 08/05

$20

Thursday 08/06

$20

Friday 08/07

$24

Saturday 08/08

$23

Sunday 08/09

$22

Monday 08/10

$22

Tuesday 08/11

$21

Wednesday 08/12

$20

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

Sunday 08/16

$18

Monday 08/17

Tuesday 08/18

$17

Wednesday 08/19

Thursday 08/20

Friday 08/21

Saturday 08/22

The cheapest time to travel from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg

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

With a price starting from $17, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $20.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg, with $17. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $26.

How to save money travelling from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg

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 Pietermaritzburg 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 Pietermaritzburg, 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 Pietermaritzburg are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Ladysmith and Pietermaritzburg

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

Murchison Street

Murchison Street 206

Engen Tugela 1 Stop South

N3 Hwy

BTI Coachlines

The Oval Shopping Centre

Burger St. Bus Station

Burger Street 269

Montrose Bus Station

Leinster Road

Woodburn Rugby Stadium

Hollywoodbets Scottsville Racecourse

Service and Comfort on the bus from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg

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

FAQs about the Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg bus

How much does a Ladysmith Pietermaritzburg bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $17 and takes 2h 0m to reach Pietermaritzburg. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $17 and $35. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Pietermaritzburg.

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

Every day, the Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg 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 Pietermaritzburg take?

The fastest bus from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg is offered by Intercape and takes 1h 45m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $21. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg?

The earliest bus arriving in Pietermaritzburg 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 Pietermaritzburg?

The latest bus trip departing from Ladysmith for Pietermaritzburg starts at 10:55 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 Pietermaritzburg route?

When traveling by bus from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg, passengers can travel with Intercape, Big Sky Intercity and Intercity Xpress. 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 Pietermaritzburg?

You can check all the direct connections between Ladysmith and Pietermaritzburg 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, Big Sky Intercity and Intercity Xpress.

What can I take with me on the Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg 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 Pietermaritzburg 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 Pietermaritzburg 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 Pietermaritzburg on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Ladysmith and to Pietermaritzburg

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