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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Durban Station (Coach terminus) | JOHANNESBURG SOUTH - SOUTHGATE MALL MCDONALDS, RIFLE RANGE ROAD, MONDEOR, JOHANNESBURG SOUTH, 2091 | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Durban (Beachfront) | JOHANNESBURG SOUTH - SOUTHGATE MALL MCDONALDS, RIFLE RANGE ROAD, MONDEOR, JOHANNESBURG SOUTH, 2091 | No tags |
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Get from Durban to Johannesburg South
The journey takes about 9 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 271, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 11147 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Intercity Xpress ticket prices on this trip start at R 271
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Durban to Johannesburg South by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Durban to Johannesburg South?
The cheapest bus tickets from Durban to Johannesburg South start at R 271. The average price for this route is around R 364. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Durban to Johannesburg South?
The average bus journey time from Durban to Johannesburg South is 9h 30m, covering a distance of 500 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 30m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Durban to Johannesburg South route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Durban to Johannesburg South?
The earliest bus departs from Durban to Johannesburg South at 08:10. And the latest bus departs at 08:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Durban to Johannesburg South?
A bus trip from Durban to Johannesburg South produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Durban to Johannesburg South was searched and found on 05 Dec 2025 with a price of R 231To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Durban to Johannesburg South as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 231 to R 368 for a bus ticket from Durban to Johannesburg South based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 330, which is on 2025-12-09.
