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from $75
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: December 8 at
    Departure city: Port Elizabeth
    Departure location: Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street
    Arrival time: December 9 at
    Destination city: Durban
    Destination location: Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)
    Operated by: Big SkyBig Sky
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: December 8 at
    Departure city: Port Elizabeth
    Departure location: Port Elizabeth Railway Station
    Arrival time: December 9 at
    Destination city: Durban
    Destination location: Durban Station (Coach terminus)
    Operated by: Intercity XpressIntercity Xpress
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: December 8 at
    Departure city: Port Elizabeth
    Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)
    Arrival time: December 9 at
    Destination city: Durban
    Destination location: Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: December 8 at
    Departure city: Port Elizabeth
    Departure location: Port Elizabeth Railway Station
    Arrival time: December 8 at
    Destination city: Durban
    Destination location: Durban Station (Coach terminus)
    Operated by: Intercity XpressIntercity Xpress
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: December 8 at
    Departure city: Port Elizabeth
    Departure location: Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street
    Arrival time: December 9 at
    Destination city: Durban
    Destination location: Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)
    Operated by: Big SkyBig Sky
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:15 AM SAST.

Prices and availability are subject to change.

Bus Port Elizabeth to Durban: Trip Overview

Average Ticket Price$68
Average Bus Trip Duration15h
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure5:10am
Distance686 km
Latest bus departure7:55pm

Port Elizabeth to Durban Buses

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Port Elizabeth - Durban

  1. How long is the bus ride from Port Elizabeth to Durban?

    The typical travel time from Port Elizabeth to Durban by bus is around 15h. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Durban in about 14h 15m.

  2. How far is Port Elizabeth from Durban?

    It's about 686 km (426 miles) from Port Elizabeth to Durban.

  3. How many times do buses run from Port Elizabeth to Durban every day?

    There's a daily bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Durban. It typically leaves at 5:10am and is operated by Intercape.

  4. What are the departure times for the first and last bus from Port Elizabeth to Durban?

    You can catch the first bus starting at 5:10am and the last one until 7:55pm. To ensure a smooth trip, consider arriving at the station early for check-in.

  5. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Port Elizabeth to Durban?

    Buses departing from Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central) in Port Elizabeth will take you to Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o. R Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel) in Durban.

  6. What is the cheapest way to travel from Port Elizabeth to Durban?

    The least expensive way to go from Port Elizabeth to Durban would be going by bus. The ticket price for this bus starts at $36, making this your best choice for this trip.

  7. How much does it cost to take the bus from Port Elizabeth to Durban?

    You can expect to pay around $68 for the bus ride from Port Elizabeth to Durban.

  8. Can I take an overnight bus from Port Elizabeth to Durban?

    Yes! If you're heading from Port Elizabeth to Durban, you'll find buses departing until 7:55pm and arriving the next day.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
12-05
$76
12-06
$62
Today
$73
12-08
$48
12-09
$69
12-10
$63
12-11
$73
12-12
$73
%{brand}s logoThe cheapest trip from Port Elizabeth to Durban was searched and found on Dec 8, 2024 with a price of $48

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

You can expect to pay from $48 to $185 for a bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Durban based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2024-12-08.

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

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 Port Elizabeth and Durban!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Port Elizabeth to Durban, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Port Elizabeth to Durban.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Durban while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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