How far is Johannesburg from Ladysmith?

Johannesburg and Ladysmith are 314 km (195 miles) apart.

Johannesburg to Ladysmith from US$16 | Refundable Tickets

TodayAug 24

from US$19

TomorrowAug 25

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TueAug 26

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WedAug 27

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ThuAug 28

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FriAug 29

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SatAug 30

SunAug 31

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This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
Departure time: August 25 at 7:10am
Departure city: Johannesburg
Departure location: Johannesburg (Park Station)
Arrival time: August 25 at 12:40pm
Destination city: Ladysmith
Destination location: Ladysmith (Illing Road) - Illing Road - Bti Depot, 31 Riverbank Rd, Ladysmith, 3370
Operated by: Eagle Liner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 30m
This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
Departure time: August 25 at 9:30pm
Departure city: Johannesburg
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
Arrival time: August 26 at 2:20am
Destination city: Ladysmith
Destination location: Astron Energy
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 50m
Departure time: August 25 at 8:00am
Departure city: Johannesburg
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
Arrival time: August 25 at 2:00pm
Destination city: Ladysmith
Destination location: Astron Energy
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h
Departure time: August 25 at 8:00am
Departure city: Johannesburg
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
Arrival time: August 25 at 2:00pm
Destination city: Ladysmith
Destination location: Astron Energy
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h
Departure time: August 25 at 8:00am
Departure city: Johannesburg
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
Arrival time: August 25 at 2:00pm
Destination city: Ladysmith
Destination location: Astron Energy
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h

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Bus Johannesburg to Ladysmith, ZA: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$29

Average Bus Trip Duration5h 50m

Number of daily buses8

Earliest bus departure7:10am

Distance314 km

Latest bus departure10:00pm

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Intercape

3.5/541,918 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Passengers have praised the service for its punctuality, cleanliness, and friendly staff. The driving experience is often described as smooth and professional. However, a few reviews mention minor issues such as cockroaches on the bus or luggage storage not being seamless. Overall, users appreciate the efficient service provided by Intercape.

Eagle Liner Johannesburg Ladysmith recent customer reviews

Punctuality, driver friendliness and his driving skills that allows you to enjoy nature's view whilst heading home. The seats were wide enough unlike the previous buses I last bordered. Eagle liner has indeed moved a notch ahead.

Albert B.

July 16, 2025

They mix all passengers to different towns and they exchange busses on the way. Had too much luggage and had to change busses,it was a nightmare. We waited for over an hour to get changed to another bus. Horrible experience 😪

Pinkie M.

January 1, 2025

I did not enjoy the way we were ushered to the busses it was a lot of confusion I had to go into 4 busses before I found the bus where I could find the seat

Harriet Andile S.

December 22, 2024

Eagle Liner

2.5/59,682 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.3

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi0.8

Passengers have shared positive experiences with the service, highlighting punctuality and friendly drivers who ensure a comfortable journey. The buses are generally clean, although some users suggest improvements in cleanliness. A few reviews mention confusion during boarding and concerns about bus conditions on certain routes, but overall satisfaction remains high among travelers.

Eagle Liner Johannesburg Ladysmith recent customer reviews

Punctuality, driver friendliness and his driving skills that allows you to enjoy nature's view whilst heading home. The seats were wide enough unlike the previous buses I last bordered. Eagle liner has indeed moved a notch ahead.

Albert B.

July 16, 2025

They mix all passengers to different towns and they exchange busses on the way. Had too much luggage and had to change busses,it was a nightmare. We waited for over an hour to get changed to another bus. Horrible experience 😪

Pinkie M.

January 1, 2025

I did not enjoy the way we were ushered to the busses it was a lot of confusion I had to go into 4 busses before I found the bus where I could find the seat

Harriet Andile S.

December 22, 2024

Greyhound South Africa

3/58,620 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

Based on 8620 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound South Africa ticket prices on this trip start at US$20

Eagle Liner Johannesburg Ladysmith recent customer reviews

Punctuality, driver friendliness and his driving skills that allows you to enjoy nature's view whilst heading home. The seats were wide enough unlike the previous buses I last bordered. Eagle liner has indeed moved a notch ahead.

Albert B.

July 16, 2025

They mix all passengers to different towns and they exchange busses on the way. Had too much luggage and had to change busses,it was a nightmare. We waited for over an hour to get changed to another bus. Horrible experience 😪

Pinkie M.

January 1, 2025

I did not enjoy the way we were ushered to the busses it was a lot of confusion I had to go into 4 busses before I found the bus where I could find the seat

Harriet Andile S.

December 22, 2024

Big Sky

3.5/52,566 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.6

Based on 2566 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at US$29

Eagle Liner Johannesburg Ladysmith recent customer reviews

Punctuality, driver friendliness and his driving skills that allows you to enjoy nature's view whilst heading home. The seats were wide enough unlike the previous buses I last bordered. Eagle liner has indeed moved a notch ahead.

Albert B.

July 16, 2025

They mix all passengers to different towns and they exchange busses on the way. Had too much luggage and had to change busses,it was a nightmare. We waited for over an hour to get changed to another bus. Horrible experience 😪

Pinkie M.

January 1, 2025

I did not enjoy the way we were ushered to the busses it was a lot of confusion I had to go into 4 busses before I found the bus where I could find the seat

Harriet Andile S.

December 22, 2024

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

Johannesburg to Ladysmith Bus

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How far is Johannesburg from Ladysmith?
Johannesburg and Ladysmith are 314 km (195 miles) apart.

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

Best price found

08-22

US$19

08-23

US$17

Today

US$16

08-25

US$16

08-26

US$16

08-27

US$16

08-28

US$16

08-29

US$16

The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Ladysmith, ZA was searched and found on Aug 27, 2025 with a price of US$16

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

You can expect to pay from US$16 to US$45 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Ladysmith, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$16 which is on 2025-08-27.

Usually Intercape will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Johannesburg and Ladysmith!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Johannesburg to Ladysmith, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Johannesburg to Ladysmith that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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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.

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

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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Bus Johannesburg to Ladysmith, ZA: Trip Overview

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