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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | JOHANNESBURG SOUTH - SOUTHGATE MALL MCDONALDS, RIFLE RANGE ROAD, MONDEOR, JOHANNESBURG SOUTH, 2091 | Durban Station (Coach terminus) | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | JOHANNESBURG SOUTH - SOUTHGATE MALL MCDONALDS, RIFLE RANGE ROAD, MONDEOR, JOHANNESBURG SOUTH, 2091 | Durban (Beachfront) | No tags |
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Get from Johannesburg South to Durban
The journey takes about 8 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 308, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting the friendly and welcoming nature of the drivers. Punctuality is consistently appreciated in their feedback. While everything was generally satisfactory, there were mentions that some air conditioning units were not functioning properly during trips.
Intercity Xpress Johannesburg South Durban recent customer reviews
All was good, only the aircons some were not working but everything was good, the driver I commend.
Nola N.
4 hour delay, no communication overall pathetic service. Will never recommend this company to anyone.
Bruce L.
The driver is friendly and welcoming. Also they are always on time.
Ndivhuwo M.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Johannesburg South to Durban 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 Johannesburg South to Durban?
The cheapest bus tickets from Johannesburg South to Durban start at R 308. The average price for this route is around R 405. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Johannesburg South to Durban?
The average bus journey time from Johannesburg South to Durban is 8h 50m, covering a distance of 498 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 50m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Johannesburg South to Durban 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 Johannesburg South to Durban?
The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg South to Durban at 08:10. And the latest bus departs at 08:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Johannesburg South to Durban?
A bus trip from Johannesburg South to Durban produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Johannesburg South to Durban was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 331To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Johannesburg South to Durban as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 331 to R 415 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg South to Durban based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 331, which is on 2025-12-16.
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