Passengers have highlighted the comfort and cleanliness of the buses, as well as their punctuality. The staff is often praised for being friendly and providing excellent service during stops. However, some reviews mention issues with charging ports not working and occasional mechanical problems that caused delays in departure times.
Intercape Mainliner Port Elizabeth Durban recent customer reviews
Firstly the Bus was 1hour 30min late, and when we arrives to the station if the person is not at the station the driver will wait for the person for +-20 min and call the person if they not answering the driver will call the office and ask to call the person who is not in the station how unprofessional is that now as a passenger i must be late because we waiting for someone who is late .very dissapointed🚮
2 out of 5 stars
Nongcebo X.
The bus was very dirty with a foul smell which made the ride unbearable. The drivers were very nice and very which was the only thing that was okay about the trip
1 out of 5 stars
Lwandiswa N.
DELAYS Bus Overheating engine and Toilet had breakdown issues with unbearable smell from PE to Durban
Passengers frequently praised the friendly and professional staff, clean buses, timely arrivals, and overall comfortable journeys. However, some users noted issues with non-functional charging ports and air conditioning settings that were not adjusted to passenger preferences. Additionally, there were occasional reports of bathroom availability concerns on certain trips.
Intercity Xpress Port Elizabeth Durban recent customer reviews
What I enjoyed is that the Drivers was nice and helpful what's I didn't enjoy was the smelling of the bus (Toilet)
2 out of 5 stars
Nosipho M.
Intercity express is very reliable, always on time, clean and their drivers are so friendly
5 out of 5 stars
Buyiswa N.
It was great, driver didn't allow us to take a break on the second stop... We arrived an hour late at our destination
Users have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting caring and respectful drivers who provided helpful assistance. The buses were comfortable, clean, and equipped with amenities like a fridge. While some minor issues such as non-functional charging points and uncontrollable temperatures were noted, overall satisfaction remains high among travelers.
Big Sky Port Elizabeth Durban recent customer reviews
The trip was great ,their service is good even with the small delay but it was nice.Im definitely using Big Sky again.
5 out of 5 stars
Ntombizandile M.
some of charging points not working. no plastic dast bin. Temperature not controllable
3 out of 5 stars
Nkosinathi M.
The bus was clean and neat but the delay of more than 2 hours was not necessary. It prolonged my journey
Based on 2669 reviews, the company was rated 2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the WiFi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at $38
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Port Elizabeth to Durban by bus
How far is Port Elizabeth from Durban?
It's about 686 km (426 miles) from Port Elizabeth to Durban.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Port Elizabeth to Durban?
Buses departing from Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd in Port Elizabeth will take you to Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o. R Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel) in Durban.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11-05
$40
11-06
$55
Today
$50
11-08
$49
11-09
$46
11-10
$46
11-11
$41
11-12
$41
The cheapest trip from Port Elizabeth to Durban was searched and found on Nov 5, 2025 with a price of $40
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 $40 to $88 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 $41 which is on 2025-11-11.
Usually Intercape 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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The cheapest trip from Port Elizabeth to Durban was searched and found on Nov 5, 2025 with a price of $40
