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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Ladysmith to Mthatha from various bus operators like Intercape for the next days.

today

$56

tomorrow

$60

Sunday

$42

Monday

$59

Tuesday

$63

Wednesday

$64

Thursday

$41

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intercape	8h 30m	10:55 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	7:25 AM	Mthatha	Station		Economy	$56	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/5/2025 10:55:00 PM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/6/2025 7:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
	Intercape	8h 45m	10:55 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	7:40 AM	Mthatha	Station		Economy	$56	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/5/2025 10:55:00 PM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/6/2025 7:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 45m

Did you know that if you travel from Ladysmith to Mthatha via Pietermaritzburg, you can save more than $11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Intercape
  
  11h 45m
  
  0
  
  3:05 AM
  
  Ladysmith
  Murchison Street
  
  5:05 AM
  
  Pietermaritzburg
  Burger St. Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $19
  
  A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/6/2025 3:05:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/6/2025 5:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m
- Intercape
  
  6h 25m
  
  0
  
  8:25 AM
  
  Pietermaritzburg
  Burger St. Bus Station
  
  2:50 PM
  
  Mthatha
  Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $26
  
  A Bus from Intercape goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 12/6/2025 8:25:00 AM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/6/2025 2:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 25m
Travel time is 3h 15m longer, but you will save $11

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intercape	8h 30m	10:55 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	7:25 AM	Mthatha	Station		Economy	$60	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/6/2025 10:55:00 PM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/7/2025 7:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $60 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m

Did you know that if you travel from Ladysmith to Mthatha via Pietermaritzburg, you can save more than $15? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Intercape
  
  11h 45m
  
  0
  
  3:05 AM
  
  Ladysmith
  Murchison Street
  
  5:05 AM
  
  Pietermaritzburg
  Burger St. Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $19
  
  A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/6/2025 3:05:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/6/2025 5:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m
- Intercape
  
  6h 25m
  
  0
  
  8:25 AM
  
  Pietermaritzburg
  Burger St. Bus Station
  
  2:50 PM
  
  Mthatha
  Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $26
  
  A Bus from Intercape goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 12/6/2025 8:25:00 AM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/6/2025 2:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 25m
Travel time is 3h 15m longer, but you will save $15

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intercape	8h 30m	10:55 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	7:25 AM	Mthatha	Station		Basic	$42	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/7/2025 10:55:00 PM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/8/2025 7:25:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
	Intercape	8h 45m	10:55 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	7:40 AM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City		Basic	$42	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/7/2025 10:55:00 PM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/8/2025 7:40:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intercape	8h 30m	10:55 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	7:25 AM	Mthatha	Station		Economy	$59	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/8/2025 10:55:00 PM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/9/2025 7:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $59 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
	Intercape	8h 45m	10:55 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	7:40 AM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City		Economy	$59	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/8/2025 10:55:00 PM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/9/2025 7:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $59 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 45m

Did you know that if you travel from Ladysmith to Mthatha via Pietermaritzburg, you can save more than $14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Intercape
  
  11h 45m
  
  0
  
  3:05 AM
  
  Ladysmith
  Murchison Street
  
  5:05 AM
  
  Pietermaritzburg
  Burger St. Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $19
  
  A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/6/2025 3:05:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/6/2025 5:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m
- Intercape
  
  6h 25m
  
  0
  
  8:25 AM
  
  Pietermaritzburg
  Burger St. Bus Station
  
  2:50 PM
  
  Mthatha
  Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $26
  
  A Bus from Intercape goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 12/6/2025 8:25:00 AM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/6/2025 2:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 25m
Travel time is 3h 15m longer, but you will save $14

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intercape	8h 30m	10:55 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	7:25 AM	Mthatha	Station		Economy	$63	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/9/2025 10:55:00 PM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/10/2025 7:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $63 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
	Intercape	8h 45m	10:55 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	7:40 AM	Mthatha	Station		Economy	$63	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/9/2025 10:55:00 PM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/10/2025 7:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $63 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 45m

Did you know that if you travel from Ladysmith to Mthatha via Pietermaritzburg, you can save more than $18? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Intercape
  
  11h 45m
  
  0
  
  3:05 AM
  
  Ladysmith
  Murchison Street
  
  5:05 AM
  
  Pietermaritzburg
  Burger St. Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $19
  
  A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/6/2025 3:05:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/6/2025 5:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m
- Intercape
  
  6h 25m
  
  0
  
  8:25 AM
  
  Pietermaritzburg
  Burger St. Bus Station
  
  2:50 PM
  
  Mthatha
  Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $26
  
  A Bus from Intercape goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 12/6/2025 8:25:00 AM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/6/2025 2:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 25m
Travel time is 3h 15m longer, but you will save $18

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intercape	8h 45m	10:55 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	7:40 AM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City		Economy	$64	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/10/2025 10:55:00 PM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/11/2025 7:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 45m
	Intercape	8h 30m	10:55 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	7:25 AM	Mthatha	Station		Economy	$64	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/10/2025 10:55:00 PM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/11/2025 7:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m

Did you know that if you travel from Ladysmith to Mthatha via Pietermaritzburg, you can save more than $19? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Intercape
  
  11h 45m
  
  0
  
  3:05 AM
  
  Ladysmith
  Murchison Street
  
  5:05 AM
  
  Pietermaritzburg
  Burger St. Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $19
  
  A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/6/2025 3:05:00 AM to Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 12/6/2025 5:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m
- Intercape
  
  6h 25m
  
  0
  
  8:25 AM
  
  Pietermaritzburg
  Burger St. Bus Station
  
  2:50 PM
  
  Mthatha
  Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $26
  
  A Bus from Intercape goes from Burger St. Bus Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) at 12/6/2025 8:25:00 AM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/6/2025 2:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 25m
Travel time is 3h 15m longer, but you will save $19

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intercape	8h 30m	10:55 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	7:25 AM	Mthatha	Station		Economy	$41	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/11/2025 10:55:00 PM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/12/2025 7:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
	Intercape	8h 45m	10:55 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street	7:40 AM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City		Economy	$41	A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 12/11/2025 10:55:00 PM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/12/2025 7:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 45m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Ladysmith to Mthatha is $34 on 12/3/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Facts about the bus from Ladysmith to Mthatha

Compare all providers like Intercape that travel 3 times every day by bus from Ladysmith to Mthatha in one click! Book your bus ticket from Ladysmith to Mthatha starting from $34!

Cheapest Bus	$34
Fastest Bus	8h 30m
Earliest Bus	10:55 PM
Latest Bus	10:55 PM
Daily Bus Routes	3 Ø
Distance	217.7 miles
Bus Companies	Intercape

Cheapest bus connections from Ladysmith to Mthatha

Every day, 3 buses from 1 bus companies leave Ladysmith for Mthatha: 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

$56

Saturday 12/06

$60

Sunday 12/07

$60

Monday 12/08

$59

Tuesday 12/09

$63

Wednesday 12/10

$64

Thursday 12/11

$42

Friday 12/12

$78

Saturday 12/13

$41

Sunday 12/14

$49

Monday 12/15

Tuesday 12/16

$47

Wednesday 12/17

$61

Thursday 12/18

$63

Friday 12/19

Saturday 12/20

$62

Sunday 12/21

$52

Monday 12/22

$41

Tuesday 12/23

$42

Wednesday 12/24

$42

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

$41

Saturday 12/27

How to save money travelling from Ladysmith to Mthatha

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 Mthatha 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 Mthatha, 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 Mthatha are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Ladysmith to Mthatha

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

Intercape from Ladysmith to Mthatha

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

Cheapest Price	$41
Fastest Bus	8h 30m
Earliest Bus	10:55 PM
Last Bus	10:55 PM
Daily Connections	3 Ø
Found on	12/2/2025

All bus stations and stops in Ladysmith and Mthatha

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

Murchison Street

Murchison Street 206

Engen Tugela 1 Stop South

N3 Hwy

BTI Coachlines

The Oval Shopping Centre

Shell Ultra City

Nelson Mandela Drive N2

Station

Nelson Mandela Drive 33

Chatam St. & Sutherland St.

Tembuland Gas Station

Momelezi Road 3

Service and Comfort on the bus from Ladysmith to Mthatha

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

FAQs about the Ladysmith to Mthatha bus

How much does a Ladysmith Mthatha bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $34 and takes 8h 30m to reach Mthatha. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $34 and $66. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Mthatha.

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

Every day, the Ladysmith to Mthatha bus route is served by approximately 3 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Ladysmith to Mthatha is offered by Intercape and takes 8h 30m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $56. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Ladysmith to Mthatha?

The earliest bus arriving in Mthatha from Ladysmith starts at 10:55 PM. 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 Mthatha?

The latest bus trip departing from Ladysmith for Mthatha 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 Mthatha route?

When traveling by bus from Ladysmith to Mthatha, passengers can travel with Intercape. 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 Mthatha?

You can check all the direct connections between Ladysmith and Mthatha 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.

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

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

Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy

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

More bus routes to Ladysmith and to Mthatha

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