Bus Ladysmith to Johannesburg: Compare prices and save money

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

today

tomorrow

$20

Sunday

$16

Monday

$16

Tuesday

$16

Wednesday

$16

Thursday

$14

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	6h 15m	11:30 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	5:45 PM	Johannesburg	Park Station	Economy	$20	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/6/2025 11:30:00 AM to Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/6/2025 5:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
Intercape	6h 50m	11:20 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	6:10 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	Economy	$21	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/6/2025 11:20:00 PM to Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/7/2025 6:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 50m
Intercape	5h 50m	2:00 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	7:50 PM	Johannesburg	Park Station	Economy	$24	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/6/2025 2:00:00 PM to Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/6/2025 7:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
Intercape	5h 0m	1:00 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	6:00 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	Economy	$31	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/6/2025 1:00:00 AM to Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/6/2025 6:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
Intercape	4h 45m	3:15 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	8:00 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	Economy	$32	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/6/2025 3:15:00 AM to Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/6/2025 8:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Eagle Liner	6h 5m	8:00 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	2:05 PM	Johannesburg	Park Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/7/2025 8:00:00 AM to Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/7/2025 2:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
Eagle Liner	5h 5m	9:00 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	2:05 PM	Johannesburg	Park Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/7/2025 9:00:00 AM to Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/7/2025 2:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 5m
Intercape	5h 0m	1:00 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	6:00 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/7/2025 1:00:00 AM to Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/7/2025 6:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
Intercape	6h 15m	11:30 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	5:45 PM	Johannesburg	Park Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/7/2025 11:30:00 AM to Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/7/2025 5:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
Big Sky Intercity	17h 0m	10:00 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	3:00 PM	Johannesburg	Park Station	Economy	$44	A Bus from Big Sky Intercity goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/7/2025 10:00:00 PM to Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/8/2025 3:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Eagle Liner	6h 5m	8:00 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	2:05 PM	Johannesburg	Park Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/8/2025 8:00:00 AM to Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/8/2025 2:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
Eagle Liner	5h 5m	9:00 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	2:05 PM	Johannesburg	Park Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/8/2025 9:00:00 AM to Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/8/2025 2:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 5m
Eagle Liner	6h 45m	8:00 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	2:45 PM	Johannesburg	Baragwanath	Economy	$16	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/8/2025 8:00:00 AM to Baragwanath, Johannesburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/8/2025 2:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
Intercape	6h 15m	11:30 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	5:45 PM	Johannesburg	Park Station	Economy	$21	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/8/2025 11:30:00 AM to Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/8/2025 5:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
Intercape	5h 50m	2:00 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	7:50 PM	Johannesburg	Park Station	Economy	$30	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/8/2025 2:00:00 PM to Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/8/2025 7:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Eagle Liner	6h 5m	8:00 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	2:05 PM	Johannesburg	Park Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/9/2025 8:00:00 AM to Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/9/2025 2:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
Eagle Liner	5h 5m	9:00 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	2:05 PM	Johannesburg	Park Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/9/2025 9:00:00 AM to Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/9/2025 2:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 5m
Intercape	5h 0m	1:00 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	6:00 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/9/2025 1:00:00 AM to Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/9/2025 6:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
Intercape	6h 15m	11:30 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	5:45 PM	Johannesburg	Park Station	Economy	$28	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/9/2025 11:30:00 AM to Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/9/2025 5:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
Big Sky Intercity	17h 0m	10:00 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	3:00 PM	Johannesburg	Park Station	Economy	$57	A Bus from Big Sky Intercity goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/9/2025 10:00:00 PM to Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/10/2025 3:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Eagle Liner	6h 5m	8:00 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	2:05 PM	Johannesburg	Park Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/10/2025 8:00:00 AM to Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/10/2025 2:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
Eagle Liner	5h 5m	9:00 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	2:05 PM	Johannesburg	Park Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/10/2025 9:00:00 AM to Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/10/2025 2:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 5m
Intercity Xpress	7h 5m	12:35 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	7:40 PM	Johannesburg	Park Station	Economy	$21	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/10/2025 12:35:00 PM to Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/10/2025 7:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 5m
Intercape	6h 15m	11:30 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	5:45 PM	Johannesburg	Park Station	Economy	$28	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/10/2025 11:30:00 AM to Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/10/2025 5:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
Intercape	6h 50m	11:20 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	6:10 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/10/2025 11:20:00 PM to Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/11/2025 6:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Eagle Liner	5h 5m	9:00 AM	Ladysmith	BTI Coachlines	2:05 PM	Johannesburg	Park Station	Economy	$14	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from BTI Coachlines, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/11/2025 9:00:00 AM to Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/11/2025 2:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 5m
Eagle Liner	6h 5m	8:00 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	2:05 PM	Johannesburg	Park Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/11/2025 8:00:00 AM to Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/11/2025 2:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
Intercape	6h 15m	11:30 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	5:45 PM	Johannesburg	Park Station	Economy	$26	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/11/2025 11:30:00 AM to Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/11/2025 5:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
Intercape	6h 5m	10:55 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	5:00 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	Economy	$28	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/11/2025 10:55:00 PM to Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/12/2025 5:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
Citiliner	4h 30m	1:30 AM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	6:00 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	Economy	$34	A Bus from Citiliner goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/11/2025 1:30:00 AM to Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/11/2025 6:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Ladysmith to Johannesburg is $13 on 12/3/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Ladysmith and Johannesburg

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

Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 26 daily buses from Ladysmith to Johannesburg. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 6 daily coaches between Ladysmith and Johannesburg.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 31 buses from Ladysmith to Johannesburg, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Ladysmith and Johannesburg, with 11 offers.

Facts about the bus from Ladysmith to Johannesburg

Compare all providers like Intercape, Eagle Liner and Big Sky Intercity that travel 14 times every day by bus from Ladysmith to Johannesburg in one click! Book your bus ticket from Ladysmith to Johannesburg starting from $13!

Cheapest Bus	$13
Fastest Bus	4h 30m
Earliest Bus	1:00 AM
Latest Bus	11:20 PM
Daily Bus Routes	14 Ø
Distance	194.7 miles
Bus Companies	Intercape, Eagle Liner, Big Sky Intercity, Intercity Xpress and Citiliner

Cheapest bus connections from Ladysmith to Johannesburg

Every day, 14 buses from 5 bus companies leave Ladysmith for Johannesburg: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/05/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 11/30

Monday 12/01

Tuesday 12/02

Wednesday 12/03

Thursday 12/04

Friday 12/05

Saturday 12/06

$21

Sunday 12/07

$16

Monday 12/08

$21

Tuesday 12/09

$16

Wednesday 12/10

$16

Thursday 12/11

$26

Friday 12/12

$16

Saturday 12/13

$16

Sunday 12/14

$16

Monday 12/15

$16

Tuesday 12/16

$16

Wednesday 12/17

$28

Thursday 12/18

$16

Friday 12/19

$16

Saturday 12/20

$28

Sunday 12/21

$16

Monday 12/22

$27

Tuesday 12/23

$16

Wednesday 12/24

$16

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

$16

Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Ladysmith to Johannesburg

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

With a price starting from $14, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Ladysmith to Johannesburg. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $16.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Ladysmith to Johannesburg, with $14. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $21.

How to save money travelling from Ladysmith to Johannesburg

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 Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg, 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 Johannesburg are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Ladysmith to Johannesburg

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

Intercape from Ladysmith to Johannesburg

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

Cheapest Price	$20
Fastest Bus	4h 45m
Earliest Bus	1:00 AM
Last Bus	11:20 PM
Daily Connections	9 Ø
Found on	12/2/2025

Eagle Liner from Ladysmith to Johannesburg

Here you will find the key facts about the Eagle Liner bus route Ladysmith to Johannesburg:

Cheapest Price	$14
Fastest Bus	5h 5m
Earliest Bus	8:00 AM
Last Bus	9:00 AM
Daily Connections	4 Ø
Found on	12/2/2025

Citiliner from Ladysmith to Johannesburg

Here you will find the key facts about the Citiliner bus route Ladysmith to Johannesburg:

Cheapest Price	$34
Fastest Bus	4h 30m
Earliest Bus	1:30 AM
Last Bus	1:30 AM
Daily Connections	1 Ø
Found on	9/22/2025

All bus stations and stops in Ladysmith and Johannesburg

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

Murchison Street

Murchison Street 206

Engen Tugela 1 Stop South

N3 Hwy

BTI Coachlines

The Oval Shopping Centre

Baragwanath

Golden Highway 7

Kerk Street

Kerk Street 125-131

Newtown Zimbabwe Bus Terminus

Alberltina Sisulu Road 293

Park Station

Rissik St 96

Southgate Shopping Centre

Southgate Rd

Service and Comfort on the bus from Ladysmith to Johannesburg

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

FAQs about the Ladysmith to Johannesburg bus

How much does a Ladysmith Johannesburg bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $13 and takes 5h 5m to reach Johannesburg. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 5 companies with a range of ticket prices between $13 and $58. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Johannesburg.

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

Every day, the Ladysmith to Johannesburg bus route is served by approximately 14 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Ladysmith to Johannesburg is offered by Citiliner and takes 4h 30m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $34. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Ladysmith to Johannesburg?

The earliest bus arriving in Johannesburg from Ladysmith starts at 1:00 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 Johannesburg?

The latest bus trip departing from Ladysmith for Johannesburg starts at 11:20 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 Johannesburg route?

When traveling by bus from Ladysmith to Johannesburg, passengers can travel with Intercape, Eagle Liner 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 Johannesburg?

You can check all the direct connections between Ladysmith and Johannesburg 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, Eagle Liner and Big Sky Intercity.

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

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Ladysmith and to Johannesburg

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