Bus Richards Bay to Ladysmith: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Richards Bay to Ladysmith

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

today

tomorrow

$21

Sunday

$20

Monday

$26

Tuesday

$24

Wednesday

$32

Thursday

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intercape	7h 10m	6:45 AM	Richards Bay	Bus Station	1:55 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street		Economy	$21	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Station, Richards Bay (South Africa) at 12/6/2025 6:45:00 AM to Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) arriving at 12/6/2025 1:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intercape	6h 50m	4:00 PM	Richards Bay	Bus Stop	10:50 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street		Economy	$20	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Stop, Richards Bay (South Africa) at 12/7/2025 4:00:00 PM to Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) arriving at 12/7/2025 10:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 50m
	Intercape	7h 10m	6:45 AM	Richards Bay	Bus Stop	1:55 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street		Economy	$28	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Stop, Richards Bay (South Africa) at 12/7/2025 6:45:00 AM to Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) arriving at 12/7/2025 1:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intercape	7h 10m	6:45 AM	Richards Bay	Bus Station	1:55 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street		Economy	$26	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Station, Richards Bay (South Africa) at 12/8/2025 6:45:00 AM to Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) arriving at 12/8/2025 1:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intercape	6h 50m	4:00 PM	Richards Bay	Bus Stop	10:50 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street		Economy	$24	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Stop, Richards Bay (South Africa) at 12/9/2025 4:00:00 PM to Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) arriving at 12/9/2025 10:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 50m
	Intercape	7h 10m	6:45 AM	Richards Bay	Bus Stop	1:55 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street		Economy	$34	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Stop, Richards Bay (South Africa) at 12/9/2025 6:45:00 AM to Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) arriving at 12/9/2025 1:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intercape	7h 10m	6:45 AM	Richards Bay	Bus Station	1:55 PM	Ladysmith	Murchison Street		Economy	$32	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Station, Richards Bay (South Africa) at 12/10/2025 6:45:00 AM to Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) arriving at 12/10/2025 1:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Richards Bay to Ladysmith is $17 on 11/30/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Richards Bay and Ladysmith

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

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 2 daily buses from Richards Bay to Ladysmith. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Richards Bay and Ladysmith.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 6 buses from Richards Bay to Ladysmith, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Richards Bay and Ladysmith, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from Richards Bay to Ladysmith

Compare all providers like Intercape that travel 1 times every day by bus from Richards Bay to Ladysmith in one click! Book your bus ticket from Richards Bay to Ladysmith starting from $17!

Cheapest Bus	$17
Fastest Bus	6h 50m
Earliest Bus	6:45 AM
Latest Bus	6:45 AM
Daily Bus Routes	1 Ø
Distance	137.7 miles
Bus Companies	Intercape

Cheapest bus connections from Richards Bay to Ladysmith

Every day, 1 buses from 1 bus companies leave Richards Bay for Ladysmith: 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

$21

Monday 12/08

$26

Tuesday 12/09

$24

Wednesday 12/10

$34

Thursday 12/11

Friday 12/12

$25

Saturday 12/13

Sunday 12/14

Monday 12/15

Tuesday 12/16

Wednesday 12/17

Thursday 12/18

Friday 12/19

Saturday 12/20

Sunday 12/21

Monday 12/22

Tuesday 12/23

Wednesday 12/24

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Richards Bay to Ladysmith

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

With a price starting from $20, Saturday is the cheapest day for a bus from Richards Bay to Ladysmith. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $32.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Richards Bay to Ladysmith, with $20. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $21.

How to save money travelling from Richards Bay to Ladysmith

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 Richards Bay to Ladysmith 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 Richards Bay to Ladysmith, 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 Richards Bay to Ladysmith are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Richards Bay and Ladysmith

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

Bus Station

Premium Promenade

Bus Stop

Thulasihleka Pan Bird Sanctuary

Murchison Street

Murchison Street 206

Engen Tugela 1 Stop South

N3 Hwy

BTI Coachlines

The Oval Shopping Centre

Service and Comfort on the bus from Richards Bay to Ladysmith

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

FAQs about the Richards Bay to Ladysmith bus

How much does a Richards Bay Ladysmith bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $17 and takes 6h 50m to reach Ladysmith. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $17 and $34. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Ladysmith.

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

Every day, the Richards Bay to Ladysmith bus route is served by approximately 1 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Richards Bay to Ladysmith take?

The fastest bus from Richards Bay to Ladysmith is offered by Intercape and takes 6h 50m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $20. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Richards Bay to Ladysmith?

The earliest bus arriving in Ladysmith from Richards Bay starts at 6:45 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 Richards Bay to Ladysmith?

The latest bus trip departing from Richards Bay for Ladysmith starts at 6:45 AM. 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 Richards Bay Ladysmith route?

When traveling by bus from Richards Bay to Ladysmith, 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 Richards Bay and Ladysmith?

You can check all the direct connections between Richards Bay and Ladysmith 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 Richards Bay to Ladysmith 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 Richards Bay Ladysmith 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 Richards Bay Ladysmith 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 Richards Bay to Ladysmith on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Richards Bay and to Ladysmith

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