Bus Tickets from East London to Durban

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TodayApr 23
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 24 at
    Departure city: East London
    Departure location: Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
    Arrival time: April 24 at
    Destination city: Durban
    Destination location: Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)
    Operated by: Big SkyBig Sky
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: April 24 at
    Departure city: East London
    Departure location: Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
    Arrival time: April 25 at
    Destination city: Durban
    Destination location: Durban Station (Coach terminus)
    Operated by: Intercity XpressIntercity Xpress
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 24 at
    Departure city: East London
    Departure location: Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
    Arrival time: April 24 at
    Destination city: Durban
    Destination location: Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 24 at
    Departure city: East London
    Departure location: Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
    Arrival time: April 24 at
    Destination city: Durban
    Destination location: Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)
    Operated by: Big SkyBig Sky
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 24 at
    Departure city: East London
    Departure location: Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
    Arrival time: April 24 at
    Destination city: Durban
    Destination location: Durban Station (Coach terminus)
    Operated by: Intercity XpressIntercity Xpress
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus East London to Durban: Trip Overview

Average Ticket Price$48
Average Bus Trip Duration10h 35m
Number of daily buses10
Earliest bus departure12:20am
Distance459 km
Latest bus departure10:30pm

East London to Durban Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from East London to Durban, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip East London - Durban

  1. How long is the bus trip from East London to Durban?

    The trip from East London to Durban will take on average 10h 35m. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Durban in about 6h 20m.

  2. How far is East London from Durban?

    The distance covered from East London to Durban is 460 km (285 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from East London to Durban?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park), in East London, and end it at Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o. R Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel), in Durban.

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from East London to Durban?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Durban from East London; it tends to be more affordable. Starting at $27, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.

  5. How much does it cost to take the bus from East London to Durban?

    The bus fare from East London to Durban is approximately $48.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
04-21
$52
04-22
$42
Today
$26
04-24
$33
04-25
$35
04-26
$39
04-27
$35
04-28
$35
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from East London to Durban was searched and found on Apr 23, 2025 with a price of $26

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

You can expect to pay from $26 to $97 for a bus ticket from East London to Durban based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $33 which is on 2025-04-24.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from East London to Durban.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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 East London to Durban.

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 East London to Durban that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from East London to Durban, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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

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