What is the cheapest way to get from Ladysmith to Mthatha?

The cheapest way to get from Ladysmith to Mthatha is to bus which costs R 500 - R 700 and takes 8h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ladysmith to Mthatha?

The fastest way to get from Ladysmith to Mthatha is to drive which takes 7h 9m and costs R 1 100 - R 1 700.

Is there a direct bus between Ladysmith and Mthatha?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ladysmith and arriving at Mthatha. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 5m.

How far is it from Ladysmith to Mthatha?

The distance between Ladysmith and Mthatha is 672 km. The road distance is 519.1 km.

How do I travel from Ladysmith to Mthatha without a car?

The best way to get from Ladysmith to Mthatha without a car is to bus which takes 8h 5m and costs R 500 - R 700.

How long does it take to get from Ladysmith to Mthatha?

The bus from Ladysmith to Mthatha takes 8h 5m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Ladysmith to Mthatha bus from?

Ladysmith to Mthatha bus services, operated by Greyhound ZA, depart from Ladysmith station.

Where does the Ladysmith to Mthatha bus arrive?

Ladysmith to Mthatha bus services, operated by Greyhound ZA, arrive at Mthatha station.

Can I drive from Ladysmith to Mthatha?

Yes, the driving distance between Ladysmith to Mthatha is 519 km. It takes approximately 7h 9m to drive from Ladysmith to Mthatha.

Where can I stay near Mthatha?

There are 63+ hotels available in Mthatha.

Ladysmith to Mthatha - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Ladysmith to Mthatha by bus (Greyhound), car, bus, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Ladysmith to Mthathabus 17202 / ...
8h 5m
R 500–700
Drive 519.1 km
1. Drive from Ladysmith to Mthathacar 519.1 km
7h 9m
R 1,169–1,689
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburgbus
2. Fly from Pietermaritzburg (PZB) to Mthatha Airport (UTT)plane PZB - UTT
7h 40m
R 3,193–9,740

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) to Mthatha Airport (UTT) flights

7Weekly Planes

4h 40mAverage Duration

R 2,689Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ladysmith to Mthatha.

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Distance: 672.1 km
Duration: 8h 5m

What companies run services between Ladysmith, South Africa and Mthatha, South Africa?

Greyhound ZA operates a bus from Ladysmith to Mthatha twice daily. Tickets cost R 500–700 and the journey takes 8h 5m.

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