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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Mthatha to Ladysmith is to fly and bus which takes 6h 40m and costs R 3 300 - R 11 000.

Is there a direct bus between Mthatha and Ladysmith?

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

How far is it from Mthatha to Ladysmith?

The distance between Mthatha and Ladysmith is 672 km. The road distance is 519 km.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Mthatha to Ladysmith bus from?

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

Where does the Mthatha to Ladysmith bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mthatha to Ladysmith?

Yes, the driving distance between Mthatha to Ladysmith is 519 km. It takes approximately 7h 8m to drive from Mthatha to Ladysmith.

Where can I stay near Ladysmith?

There are 31+ hotels available in Ladysmith.

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

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

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 Mthatha to Ladysmithbus 17202 / ...
8h 5m
R 500–700
Drive 519 km
1. Drive from Mthatha to Ladysmithcar 519 km
7h 8m
R 1,169–1,688
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Mthatha Airport (UTT) to Pietermaritzburg (PZB)plane UTT - PZB
2. Take the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Ladysmithbus
6h 40m
R 3,389–10,256

Mthatha Airport (UTT) to Pietermaritzburg (PZB) flights

12Weekly Planes

4h 8mAverage Duration

R 2,818Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Mthatha to Ladysmith.

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Distance: 671.9 km
Duration: 8h 5m

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

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

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