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- This trip is recommended because it is the: CheapestDeparture time: April 25 atDeparture city: DurbanDeparture location: Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)Arrival time: April 26 atDestination city: GrahamstownDestination location: The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
- This trip is recommended because it is the: 2nd CheapestDeparture time: April 25 atDeparture city: DurbanDeparture location: Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)Arrival time: April 26 atDestination city: GrahamstownDestination location: The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
- This trip is recommended because it is the: FastestDeparture time: April 25 atDeparture city: DurbanDeparture location: Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)Arrival time: April 26 atDestination city: GrahamstownDestination location: The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
- Departure time: April 25 atDeparture city: DurbanDeparture location: Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)Arrival time: April 26 atDestination city: GrahamstownDestination location: The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
- Departure time: April 25 atDeparture city: DurbanDeparture location: Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)Arrival time: April 26 atDestination city: GrahamstownDestination location: The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
Bus Durban to Grahamstown: Trip Overview
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According to multiple reviews, customers have expressed dissatisfaction with the bus service due to poor maintenance of the air conditioning system. Many passengers complained about feeling cold during their journey and even getting sick as a result.
Intercape Mainliner Durban Grahamstown recent customer reviews
I enjoyed the whole trip and we arrived safe. I really love the comfort the bus have.
It was an extremely bad one the attitude of the drivers was appalling the bus was filthy and were afforded ONE 15min break in Kokstad I think because I booked a return I have to disembark the East London on my way back I am booking a fleight The Durban from EL
Horrible, the bus broke down and we had to wait for two hours in the middle of nowhere to get transferred to another one. Instead of arriving at 6am as promised at my destination we got there at 10:20am
Based on 5142 reviews, the company was rated 2.9 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Intercity Xpress ticket prices on this trip start at US$21.00
Intercity Xpress Durban Grahamstown recent customer reviews
I did not travel, I was 3 minutes late and the driver refused to wait, he asked me to travel to another pickup point but he did not stop for me. Waisted almost R1000, i don't think I will ever book Intercity again
It was kinder warm which I liked
InterCity seats have individual charging points. Good temperature control and it is always on time
Based on 805 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at US$25.00
Durban to Grahamstown Buses
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Information on this bus route
Daily Buses | 10 |
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures | 6:15AM - 5:00PM |
Minimum Price | US$20 |
Average Ticket Price | US$28 |
Minimum Trip Duration | 11h25m |
Average Bus Trip Duration | 13h30m |
Distance | 574 km |
Bus companies on this route | Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky |
Where are the popular bus stations and stops in Durban and Grahamstown?
Intercape Office, O.R Tambo Parade (opposite Tropicana Hotel), South Beach, Durban, 4001, South Africa
Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)222 Umgeni Rd, Stamford Hill, Durban, 4025, South Africa
Durban Station6 Bonnington Pl, Mobeni East, Durban, 4060
JacobsDurban International Airport, 4029, South Africa
Airport (DBN)The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street, Grahamstown, Makhanda, 6139, South Africa
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst StreetFrequently asked questions on the trip Durban - Grahamstown
The average bus ticket price from Durban to Grahamstown is US$28. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Durban to Grahamstown is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
The average travel time between Durban and Grahamstown is around 13h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 11h 25m.This is the time it takes to travel the 574 km that separates the two cities.
The number of buses from Durban to Grahamstown can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Durban to Grahamstown by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.
When taking the bus from Durban to Grahamstown, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky.
Buses travelling between Durban and Grahamstown leave from Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel) or Durban Station and arrive at The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Durban to Grahamstown, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$21 to US$32 for a bus ticket from Durban to Grahamstown based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$21 which is on 2024-04-27.
Usually MAINLINER will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
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Bus Travel Tips
Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Durban and Grahamstown!
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Durban to Grahamstown, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Durban to Grahamstown that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Durban to Grahamstown while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.
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Popular Buses Connecting Durban
Buses Leaving from Durban
- Bus from Durban to East London
- Bus Durban - Port Elizabeth
- Durban - Mthatha
- Bus from Durban to Vereeniging
- Bus Durban - Kimberley
- Durban - Midrand
- Bus from Durban to King William’s Town
- Bus Durban - Secunda
- Durban - Newcastle
- Bus from Durban to Germiston
- Bus Durban - Kuruman
- Durban - Queenstown
- Bus from Durban to Jeffreys Bay
- Bus Durban - Malelane
- Durban - Richards Bay
Buses Going to Durban
- Bus from Bloemfontein to Durban
- Bus Butterworth - Durban
- East London - Durban
- Bus from Mthatha to Durban
- Bus Vereeniging - Durban
- Welkom - Durban
- Bus from Harrismith to Durban
- Bus Secunda - Durban
- Ermelo - Durban
- Bus from Midrand to Durban
- Bus Johannesburg South - Durban
- Newcastle - Durban
- Bus from Mooi River to Durban
- Bus Idutywa - Durban
- Kuruman - Durban
Popular Buses Connecting Grahamstown
Buses Leaving from Grahamstown
- Bus from Grahamstown to Johannesburg
- Bus Grahamstown - Durban
- Grahamstown - Cape Town
- Bus from Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth
- Bus Grahamstown - Pretoria
- Grahamstown - Bloemfontein
- Bus from Grahamstown to Kokstad
- Bus Grahamstown - Uitenhage
- Grahamstown - Plettenberg Bay
- Bus from Grahamstown to Mount Frere
- Bus Grahamstown - Germiston
- Grahamstown - Welkom
- Bus from Grahamstown to Jeffreys Bay
- Bus Grahamstown - Pietermaritzburg
- Grahamstown - Harding
Buses Going to Grahamstown
- Bus from Cape Town to Grahamstown
- Bus Johannesburg - Grahamstown
- Pretoria - Grahamstown
- Bus from East London to Grahamstown
- Bus Durban - Grahamstown
- Mthatha - Grahamstown
- Bus from Port Elizabeth to Grahamstown
- Bus Caledon - Grahamstown
- Pietermaritzburg - Grahamstown
- Bus from Uitenhage to Grahamstown
- Bus Aliwal North - Grahamstown
- Port Shepstone - Grahamstown
- Bus from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown
- Bus Potchefstroom - Grahamstown
- Plettenberg Bay - Grahamstown
Popular routes in this country
- Bus from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg
- Bus Cape Town - Mthatha
- Pretoria - Cape Town
- Bus from Johannesburg to Matatiele
- Bus Durban - Cape Town
- Matatiele - Johannesburg
- Bus from Cape Town to Durban
- Bus Mthatha - Cape Town
- Johannesburg - Mthatha
- Bus from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth
- Bus Durban - Bloemfontein
- Bloemfontein - Johannesburg
- Bus from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth
- Bus Mthatha - Johannesburg
- Johannesburg - Kimberley