Bus Tickets from Durban to Richards Bay

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: March 24 at
    Departure city: Durban
    Departure location: Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)
    Arrival time: March 24 at
    Destination city: Richards Bay
    Destination location: Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: March 24 at
    Departure city: Durban
    Departure location: Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)
    Arrival time: March 24 at
    Destination city: Richards Bay
    Destination location: Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: March 24 at
    Departure city: Durban
    Departure location: Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)
    Arrival time: March 24 at
    Destination city: Richards Bay
    Destination location: Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: March 24 at
    Departure city: Durban
    Departure location: Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)
    Arrival time: March 24 at
    Destination city: Richards Bay
    Destination location: Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Durban to Richards Bay: Trip Overview

Average Ticket Price$40
Average Bus Trip Duration3h 15m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure6:45am
Distance158 km

Durban to Richards Bay Buses

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Durban - Richards Bay

  1. How long is the bus trip from Durban to Richards Bay?

    The bus ride from Durban to Richards Bay takes 3h 15m, on average. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Richards Bay in 3h 15m

  2. How far is Durban from Richards Bay?

    The distance covered from Durban to Richards Bay is 155 km (96 miles).

  3. What is the cheapest way to go from Durban to Richards Bay?

    Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Durban to Richards Bay. With a starting ticket price of $27, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  4. How much does it cost to take the bus from Durban to Richards Bay?

    The bus fare from Durban to Richards Bay is approximately $40.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
03-21
$45
03-22
$31
Today
$28
03-24
$36
03-25
$40
03-26
$28
03-27
$34
03-28
$28
%{brand}s logoThe cheapest trip from Durban to Richards Bay was searched and found on Mar 23, 2025 with a price of $28

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Durban to Richards Bay, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $28 to $53 for a bus ticket from Durban to Richards Bay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $28 which is on 2025-03-28.

About Bus Travel

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 Richards Bay!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Durban to Richards Bay.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Durban to Richards Bay will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Durban to Richards Bay 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.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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