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

The cheapest way to get from Ladysmith to Durban is to car train which costs R 165 - R 180 and takes 9h.

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

The fastest way to get from Ladysmith to Durban is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs R 500 - R 800.

Is there a direct bus between Ladysmith and Durban?

No, there is no direct bus from Ladysmith to Durban. However, there are services departing from Ladysmith and arriving at Durban Bus Stn via Burger St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Ladysmith and Durban?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ladysmith and arriving at Durban. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 9h.

How far is it from Ladysmith to Durban?

The distance between Ladysmith and Durban is 241 km. The road distance is 238.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Ladysmith to Durban without a car is to bus which takes 4h 10m and costs R 500 - R 1 000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Ladysmith to Durban, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ladysmith to Durban bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ladysmith to Durban train from?

Ladysmith to Durban train services, operated by Shosholoza Meyl, depart from Ladysmith station.

Where does the Ladysmith to Durban bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ladysmith to Durban train arrive?

Ladysmith to Durban train services, operated by Shosholoza Meyl, arrive at Durban station.

Can I drive from Ladysmith to Durban?

Yes, the driving distance between Ladysmith to Durban is 239 km. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Ladysmith to Durban.

Where can I stay near Durban?

There are 2190+ hotels available in Durban.

Ladysmith to Durban - 5 ways to travel via bus, car train, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Ladysmith to Durban by bus (Greyhound), car train, car, taxi, or shuttle

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburgbus 17203 / ...
2. Take the bus from Burger St to Durban Bus Stnbus
4h 10m
R 533–989
Car train
cheapest
1. Take the car train from Ladysmith to Durbancartrain
9h
R 165–180
Drive 238.6 km
1. Drive from Ladysmith to Durbancar 238.6 km
2h 41m
R 540–779
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ladysmith to Durbantaxi 238.6 km
2h 41m
R 1,800–2,200
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ladysmith to Durbanshuttle
3h 35m
R 550–700

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Distance: 240.7 km
Duration: 4h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Ladysmith to Durban Bus Stn via Pietermaritzburg and Burger St in around 4h 10m. Alternatively, Shosholoza Meyl operates a vehicle from Ladysmith to Durban once a week. Tickets cost R 165–180 and the journey takes 9h.

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