How long does it take to get to Durban from Harrismith by bus?

The bus ride from Harrismith to Durban takes 4h 30m, on average. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Durban in about 3h 10m.

What is the distance between Harrismith and Durban?

The distance between Harrismith and Durban is approximately 256 km (159 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Harrismith to Durban?

Buses departing from Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage) in Harrismith will take you to Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o. R Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel) in Durban.

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

The least expensive way to go from Harrismith to Durban would be going by bus. Starting at $19, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.

How much is the bus from Harrismith to Durban?

You can expect to pay around $31 for the bus ride from Harrismith to Durban.

Harrismith to Durban Bus Tickets

TodayMay 21

from $22

TomorrowMay 22

from $24

FriMay 23

from $24

SatMay 24

from $25

SunMay 25

from $25

MonMay 26

from $25

TueMay 27

from $25

WedMay 28

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This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
Departure time: May 22 at 1:05pm
Departure city: Harrismith
Departure location: Meal Stop - Montrose Shell Ultra City
Arrival time: May 22 at 5:00pm
Destination city: Durban
Destination location: Durban Station (Coach terminus)
Operated by: Intercity Xpress
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 55m
This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
Departure time: May 22 at 2:15pm
Departure city: Harrismith
Departure location: Meal Stop - Montrose Shell Ultra City
Arrival time: May 22 at 5:25pm
Destination city: Durban
Destination location: Durban bus station, Jelf Taylor Cres
Operated by: Citiliner Plus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 10m
Departure time: May 22 at 12:20am
Departure city: Harrismith
Departure location: Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)
Arrival time: May 22 at 4:40am
Destination city: Durban
Destination location: Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 20m
Departure time: May 22 at 1:15am
Departure city: Harrismith
Departure location: Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)
Arrival time: May 22 at 5:35am
Destination city: Durban
Destination location: Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)
Operated by: Big Sky
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 20m
Departure time: May 22 at 2:15pm
Departure city: Harrismith
Departure location: Meal Stop - Montrose Shell Ultra City
Arrival time: May 22 at 5:25pm
Destination city: Durban
Destination location: Durban bus station, Jelf Taylor Cres
Operated by: Citiliner Plus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 10m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Harrismith to Durban

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$19 - $77	Average Duration4h 30m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Shuttle	Average Price$44 - $44	Average Duration4h 45m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Harrismith to Durban

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Durban. The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

43bus per day

4h 30mAverage Duration

$19Cheapest ticket

6kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Harrismith to Durban: Trip Overview

Average Ticket Price$31

Average Bus Trip Duration4h 30m

Number of daily buses43

Earliest bus departure12:05am

Distance237 km

Latest bus departure11:55pm

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Intercape

3.5/539,842 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

According to customer reviews, the service provided by Intercape is excellent and highly recommended. However, some customers have reported instances of rude behavior from drivers who refused to speak English and were unhelpful. Additionally, there were complaints about buses being late by an hour.

Intercape Mainliner Express Harrismith Durban recent customer reviews

I am not happy at all. I was at the garage bt 6:20 waited almost 2 hours for a bus

Lebohang G.

November 26, 2024

Driver was nice, my only issue was the seat space i'm a big guy and sitting uncomfortable on one site for the whole 300km till we reach Durban beach.

David M.

September 30, 2024

Bus was very late, It arrived in durban station at 17h50, I had a huge problem trying to find transport to proceed to my destination

Thandazile Z.

September 17, 2024

Eagle Liner

2.5/58,795 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.3

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi0.7

Based on 8795 reviews, the company was rated 2.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Eagle Liner ticket prices on this trip start at $19.00

Eagle Liner Harrismith Durban recent customer reviews

The bus was 45min late and there was no notification and no one was reachable either.

Jason S.

February 8, 2025

I never been disappointed like this, I payed R250 for my trip but the was no return when I reported I won't be able to continue with the I had a little problems at work, very bad service and please resolve the issue

Seyabonga S.

January 22, 2025

The bus never arrived at Montrose Shell to pick me up. I had to make alternative arrangements as I am catching a flight from Ushaka to Cape Town at 5.30

Katherine Anne B.

November 25, 2023

Intercity Xpress

3/59,058 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi1

According to the users, the bus service provided a comfortable and timely experience with skilled drivers ensuring an enjoyable journey. However, there were some concerns about luggage management and air-conditioning availability during trips.

Intercity Xpress Harrismith Durban recent customer reviews

Tried to cancel the trip but your app wouldn't allow me, so my money was wasted.

Lungelo Nkanyiso H.

November 5, 2024

Everything was okay except that some passengers lost their luggage, next time please have tages for luggage's please

Ntombifuthi T.

October 28, 2024

The bus was late, no one knew what bus to get on as there were 3 intercity busses at the same pick up location, the drivers were not helpful with directing passengers or assisting them with their luggage, I myself may be able to handle loading and unloading my own heavy luggage but to leave the elderly to handle that on their own is unexceptable. The lack of care from the drivers was unbelievable, even going so far as to being rude to an elderly passenger who complained about the lack of assistance with her ticket and luggage and almost leaving passengers behind due to the confusion of which bus they were meant to be on as the tickets do not indicate this.

Amber-raé O.

September 3, 2024

Big Sky

3.5/52,177 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.6

Based on 2177 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 WiFi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at $26.00

Big Sky Express Harrismith Durban recent customer reviews

I did not enjoy this trip as the bus broke down on the way and we had to wait for another bus which we did not know will arrive when bt I'm happy that the bus staff were able to reassure us,Big up to them👏👌

Nkoala M.

October 28, 2024

It was very comfortable and everything was working, from fan to charging ports.

Mokheseng M.

January 3, 2025

Everything was perfect 🥰 😍

Jan S.

November 6, 2023

Greyhound South Africa

3/57,817 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.2

Based on 7817 reviews, the company was rated 3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound South Africa ticket prices on this trip start at $19.00

Citiliner Plus Harrismith Durban recent customer reviews

Very disappointed

Ndumiso M.

November 14, 2022

Is the best

Molese M.

April 25, 2022

BIGTREE

2.5/5101 reviews

Staff3.3

Timeliness2.2

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi0.6

VILAMORA

2/5776 reviews

Staff2.4

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.3

Wifi0.4

Customers express dissatisfaction with the service, specifically mentioning rude behavior from the driver. Additionally, there were complaints about delays and a lack of communication from the call center regarding late arrivals.

VILAMORA Harrismith Durban recent customer reviews

bus was late, call Centre was not available to answer why the bus was late and where it was stucked.

Nosipho M.

November 8, 2022

The experience was just horrible. The driver was very rude and talked to us like we're not well in the head.

Teboho Vincent R.

June 28, 2022

ZA Bus Companies: Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, Eagle Liner, APM WC, Delta Coaches

Harrismith to Durban Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Harrismith and Durban?

Stops in Harrismith

A - Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)

Stops in Durban

A - Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)

B - Durban Station

C - Durban Airport

D - Jacobs

E - Airport (DBN)

Frequently asked questions on the trip Harrismith - Durban

How long does it take to get to Durban from Harrismith by bus?
The bus ride from Harrismith to Durban takes 4h 30m, on average. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Durban in about 3h 10m.
What is the distance between Harrismith and Durban?
The distance between Harrismith and Durban is approximately 256 km (159 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Harrismith to Durban?
Buses departing from Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage) in Harrismith will take you to Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o. R Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel) in Durban.
What is the cheapest way to get from Harrismith to Durban?
The least expensive way to go from Harrismith to Durban would be going by bus. Starting at $19, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.
How much is the bus from Harrismith to Durban?
You can expect to pay around $31 for the bus ride from Harrismith to Durban.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

05-19

$23

05-20

$20

Today

$20

05-22

$21

05-23

$22

05-24

$22

05-25

$22

05-26

$22

The cheapest trip from Harrismith to Durban was searched and found on May 21, 2025 with a price of $20

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

You can expect to pay from $20 to $61 for a bus ticket from Harrismith to Durban based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2025-05-22.

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 Harrismith and Durban!

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 Harrismith to Durban.

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

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

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

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