How much is the bus ticket from Pretoria to Durban?

The cheapest bus tickets from Pretoria to Durban start at R 237. The average price for this route is around R 457. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Pretoria to Durban?

The average bus journey time from Pretoria to Durban is 9h 30m, covering a distance of 536 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 50m and is operated by Intercity Xpress .

Which bus companies service the Pretoria to Durban route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 51 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Intercity Xpress , Eagle Liner , Citiliner , Greyhound South Africa , Big Sky , APM WC .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pretoria to Durban?

The earliest bus departs from Pretoria to Durban at 05:30. And the latest bus departs at 21:30.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pretoria to Durban?

A bus trip from Pretoria to Durban produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Pretoria to Durban?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Citiliner , with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 2119 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Pretoria to Durban?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Citiliner has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.6.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Pretoria to Durban?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky , with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Pretoria to Durban?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky , with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Bus Pretoria to Durban from R 254 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

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Next departures from Pretoria to Durban on 12 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:00	Pretoria - Luxury Coach Terminal	9h 40m	05:40	Durban bus station, Jelf Taylor Cres	Cheapest
Bus	21:30	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	7h 50m	05:20	Durban Station (Coach terminus)	Fastest
Bus	05:30	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	9h 30m	15:00	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	07:15	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	22h 55m	06:10	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	18:15	Motorcoach Terminal, Cnr of Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street	11h 15m	05:30	Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)	No tags

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Get from Pretoria to Durban

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 237, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

51bus per day

9h 30mAverage duration

536 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Pretoria and Durban?

Stops in Pretoria

A
Pretoria Station
Office 4, Pretoria Station, 180 Scheiding St, Pretoria Central, Pretoria, 0002, South Africa
B
Pretoria Station
Motor Coach Terminal, corner of Paul Kruger and Sheiding street

Stops in Durban

A
Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)
Intercape Office, O.R Tambo Parade (opposite Tropicana Hotel), South Beach, Durban, 4001, South Africa
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B
Durban Station
222 Umgeni Rd, Stamford Hill, Durban, 4025, South Africa
C
Durban King Shaka Airport
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D
Jacobs
6 Bonnington Pl, Mobeni East, Durban, 4060
E
Airport (DBN)
Durban International Airport, 4029, South Africa

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545 773 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Passengers generally appreciate the comfortable and clean buses, with friendly and helpful staff contributing to a positive travel experience. The drivers are often praised for their safe driving skills. However, some travelers have noted issues such as delayed arrivals, inadequate restroom facilities on board, cold temperatures due to air conditioning settings at night, and occasional overpowering smells in the bus environment.

Intercape Mainliner Express Pretoria Durban recent customer reviews

It delayed by an hour causing some anxiety to the people who were waiting to pick me up.

Nhlanhla Z.

8 January 2026

The bus broke down and were stack between someone and nowhere so please start serving the busses more often

Lechei A.

5 January 2026

I love traveling with intercape. Infact, I use it all the time, I travel evey after 6 weeks to and from Durban/Pretoria. Yesterday I was highly disappointed with the state of that bus. There was a smell of urine and jeyes fluid all over the bus, seems like all the sits were smelly 🤢🤢🤢🤢

Nkosingiphile K.

31 December 2025

Intercity Xpress

3/512 045 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.2

Many users have praised the bus service for its cleanliness, comfort, and friendly staff. The drivers are often noted for their professionalism and effective communication throughout the journey. However, some reviews mention issues with punctuality and a lack of charging points on certain buses. Despite these concerns, many passengers still express overall satisfaction with their travel experience.

Intercity Xpress Pretoria Durban recent customer reviews

They dont run on time but otherwise everything was fine. In the middle of our trip it was delayed due to a person who apparantly didnt have a ticket while he already got on the bus in Johannesburg station.

Johan B.

16 January 2026

The bus was super clean. Best driver ever. His driving was flawless and smooth. We all fell asleep. Loved the music. We arrived at 13:30. An hour early. Great experience ever.

Magdeline M.

7 January 2026

Not too many stops and the driver was very considerate 👌just made a quick stop by Heidelberg for some that still needs to catch another transport from Pretoria...made long unnecessary stop there

Elsie M.

6 January 2026

Eagle Liner

2.5/511 169 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

Many users appreciated the punctuality, safety, and friendly demeanor of drivers during their journeys. The buses were often described as clean with comfortable seating. However, some reviews noted a lack of amenities such as toilets and charging points on certain trips. Additionally, there were occasional delays reported due to various reasons including mechanical issues or extended stops at stations.

Eagle Liner Pretoria Durban recent customer reviews

I enjoyed every moment in the bus and the driver was attentive , driving with care never felt at any moment that my life was in danger so the service was excellent

Eva M.

25 December 2025

Terrible feeling, the inside was like a sauna and the inside had torn seats and gum mixed inside window panes, terrible experience.

Sameer K.

24 December 2025

The driver refused to drip me off at my selected drop off point beach front, I had to spend more cash for Bolt

Molebogeng M.

12 December 2025

Citiliner

3.5/52 119 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.6

Users have shared positive feedback about the bus service, highlighting its punctuality and comfortable seating. One user appreciated arriving earlier than expected, which allowed them to reach work on time. Additionally, the speed of the bus was noted as a favorable aspect by another reviewer.

Citiliner Plus Pretoria Durban recent customer reviews

On the ticket they wrote that the bus gonna arrive at 05am but to my suprised we arrived around 03:30 I manage to go to work early, I was afraid I'm gonna be late for work, that's what I really like about it

Nathacia Dzunisani M.

20 January 2026

The bus had problems, wipes not working and was raining it arrived two hours late then what was scheduled, it was just a total disaster.

Sphindile M.

15 November 2025

The driver was good, didn't have any problem on the road, for the first time I felt comfortable sleeping during my trip.

Gavaza M.

6 January 2021

Greyhound South Africa

3/59 432 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

Passengers generally appreciated the comfort and cleanliness of the buses, as well as the friendly and helpful attitude of drivers and attendants. Many noted that trips were on time or even arrived early. However, some mentioned concerns about speeding drivers, inconsistent temperatures inside buses, occasional delays at Pretoria station due to uncooperative passengers, and a lack of charging facilities onboard.

Greyhound Pretoria Durban recent customer reviews

The service is poor, there was one person working on the counter. He did not announce to tell us that the bus has arrived and when we asked him why, he said he was tired, he been working for whole day. I was so disappointed and the driver said if we have complaints we have other bus services to choose from.

Sithabile X.

21 December 2025

Bus broke down at night, the other one was brought after 2 hours and 30 minutes. I ended up missing the interview I was travelling for and regret wasting my money in booking a bus

Nokwanda N.

3 December 2025

I got greyhound bus it had cockroaches. I got raindrops when it was raining. It was stuffy inside no fresh air.

Samukelo N.

6 October 2025

Big Sky

3.5/53 438 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

Users have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting its comfort and cleanliness. The staff is frequently described as friendly and professional, ensuring a smooth journey that often arrives on time. However, some reviews mention issues with charging points not functioning properly throughout the trip. Overall, travelers appreciate the quality of service provided by this company.

Big Sky Express Pretoria Durban recent customer reviews

The bus was very clean even the toilet was very clean to me hygiene is very important

Xolani N.

9 January 2026

The driver was friendly, obeying the road rules, arrived on time, very good driving skills.

Mlungisi Patrick Z.

7 November 2025

My journey with Big sky was amazing...driver's company was very good👍 Bus was clean,smell nice There was nothing I didn't like

Mamsy M.

2 October 2025

APM WC

2/53 119 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.8

WiFi0.5

ZA bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pretoria 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 Pretoria to Durban?
The cheapest bus tickets from Pretoria to Durban start at R 237. The average price for this route is around R 457. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Pretoria to Durban?
The average bus journey time from Pretoria to Durban is 9h 30m, covering a distance of 536 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 50m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Pretoria to Durban route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 51 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, Citiliner, Greyhound South Africa, Big Sky, APM WC.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pretoria to Durban?
The earliest bus departs from Pretoria to Durban at 05:30. And the latest bus departs at 21:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pretoria to Durban?
A bus trip from Pretoria to Durban produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Pretoria to Durban?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Citiliner, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 2119 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Pretoria to Durban?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Citiliner has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Pretoria to Durban?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Pretoria to Durban?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

09/02

R 285

10/02

R 263

Today

R 264

12/02

R 254

13/02

R 285

14/02

R 254

15/02

R 254

16/02

R 264

The cheapest trip from Pretoria to Durban was searched and found on 12 Feb 2026 with a price of R 254

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

You can expect to pay from R 254 to R 908 for a bus ticket from Pretoria to Durban based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 254, which is on 2026-02-12.

Usually Big Sky 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.