Passengers have praised the service for its punctuality, cleanliness, and friendly staff. The driving experience is often described as smooth and professional. However, a few reviews mention minor issues such as cockroaches on the bus or luggage storage not being seamless. Overall, users appreciate the efficient service provided by Intercape.
It was good that the bus was punctual, but I didn't enjoy when the driver and co driver were talking too much instead of concentrating on driving properly. Also the fact that the bus took a long route instead of the toll road route.
3 out of 5 stars
Prescilla S.
Enjoyed everything , i dont think their was a single mishap during the trip that i could pin point , nope not at all a single thing had gone wrong
5 out of 5 stars
Muhammed A.
It was a very smooth drive the driver was friendly and very polite will definately use intercape and recommend it to all my friends and family
Passengers have shared positive experiences with the service, highlighting punctuality and friendly drivers who ensure a comfortable journey. The buses are generally clean, although some users suggest improvements in cleanliness. A few reviews mention confusion during boarding and concerns about bus conditions on certain routes, but overall satisfaction remains high among travelers.
Punctuality, driver friendliness and his driving skills that allows you to enjoy nature's view whilst heading home. The seats were wide enough unlike the previous buses I last bordered. Eagle liner has indeed moved a notch ahead.
5 out of 5 stars
Albert B.
They mix all passengers to different towns and they exchange busses on the way. Had too much luggage and had to change busses,it was a nightmare. We waited for over an hour to get changed to another bus. Horrible experience 😪
1 out of 5 stars
Pinkie M.
I did not enjoy the way we were ushered to the busses it was a lot of confusion I had to go into 4 busses before I found the bus where I could find the seat
Based on 2652 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at US$47
Based on 8784 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound South Africa ticket prices on this trip start at US$20
Citiliner Plus Johannesburg Ladysmith recent customer reviews
Bus departed an hour late bus arrived 4 hours late kept breaking down on the N3 3 times exactly water leak I am working at 6am a safety critical job I just pray to God my day becomes productive
1 out of 5 stars
Vusimuzi M.
Didn't enjoy much at all. We froze inside. No charging port on our seats. Not much left space
3 out of 5 stars
Sibusiso K.
It came after 5 hours
And it was bery unorganised we took another route and not the one i booked and it took longer than expected
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Johannesburg - Ladysmith, ZA
What's the distance between Johannesburg and Ladysmith by coach?
The journey from Johannesburg to Ladysmith by coach covers an approximate distance of 195 miles (314 km).
How can I get from Johannesburg to Ladysmith without driving?
You can reach Ladysmith from Johannesburg by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.
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The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Ladysmith, ZA was searched and found on 21 Sept 2025 with a price of US$16
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You can expect to pay from US$16 to US$47 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Ladysmith, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$16, which is on 2025-09-21.
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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Johannesburg to Ladysmith, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
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The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
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The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Ladysmith, ZA was searched and found on 21 Sept 2025 with a price of US$16
