How much is the bus ticket from Durban to Bethal?

The cheapest bus tickets from Durban to Bethal start from $20. The average price for this route is around $21. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Durban to Bethal?

The average bus trip duration from Durban to Bethal is 10h, covering a distance of 254 miles (410 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 45m and is operated by Intercity Xpress .

Which bus companies service the Durban to Bethal route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Intercity Xpress , Citiliner , Greyhound South Africa .

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

The earliest bus departs from Durban to Bethal at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:15am.

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

A bus trip from Durban to Bethal generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Durban to Bethal?

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 2103 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Durban to Bethal?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Greyhound South Africa , with a punctuality rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Citiliner , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Durban to Bethal from $18 | Compare & Save up to 19%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Durban to Bethal on January 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:00am	Durban (Beachfront)	10h	5:00pm	Bethal - Total Garage, Eufees and Damwal Street, Bethal	Cheapest
	Bus	7:15am	Durban Station (Coach terminus)	9h 45m	5:00pm	Bethal - Total Garage, Eufees and Damwal Street, Bethal	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:50 AM SAST.

Get from Durban to Bethal

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 10 hours and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

10hAverage Duration

254 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Durban and Bethal?

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
Map
C
Durban King Shaka Airport
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D
Jacobs
6 Bonnington Pl, Mobeni East, Durban, 4060
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E
Airport (DBN)
Durban International Airport, 4029, South Africa
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Stops in Bethal

A
Total Garage
Total Garage, Eufees en Damwai Street, Bethal, 2309, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Intercity Xpress

3/511,998 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.2

Intercity Xpress is a long-distance bus company operating in South Africa. The company established itself as an affordable intercity bus operator, offering services between cities all over the country. Their coaches are equipped with standard seats and they have a generous luggage policy of up to 25 kg. Although they make an effort to respect their timetables, travelers report that delays are expected for Intercity Xpress, so it's good to be flexible with your schedule if you're traveling with them. Their cancellation policy is also flexible, as you can cancel your ticket up to 6 hours before travel time and get a refund of 80% of your ticket value.

Citiliner

3.5/52,109 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.6

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,410 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

According to customer reviews, the bus was clean and free of pests. The air conditioning system worked well, and there was a 10-minute break instead of the usual 20 minutes, which helped passengers reach their destinations faster. However, some customers mentioned that the staff should be more professional and punctual.

Citiliner Plus Durban Bethal recent customer reviews

I appreciate the drivers that waited for me when the bus left me at Durban station. I didn’t like that the bus left me and I was already there and I wasn’t informed that the Greyhound offices are now available.

Enhle M.

March 30, 2024

My trip was a nightmare experience with citiliner plus bus broke over smoking all the way from Melmot till we reached Piet retief stopped 10 times to cool it off traveled 20km/hr. I reached Bethal 01 hoo 7 hours late was supposed to arrive at 18 h30

Zinhle Goodness M.

November 10, 2023

I didnt really enjoy my trip becoz i am not a morning person, i cant eat early, n i boarded the bus around 7 in the morning and the drivers were only stopping to pick up people who had booked in other towns, and imagine from durban they only stopped in piert-retief, i tried telling them i am hungry n no one seemed to.care. one can say why i didnt carry a lunchbox, Then there is issue of entertainment in the bus,no tv no radio, just a bunch of some crazy girls who were making stupid jokes n laughing like they are in a tarven, yet one will be trying to sleep,. Then lets talk about the toilet, pliz do something to avoid that extremme toilet smell. WHAT I ENJOYED. I loved the fact that the drivers dont overspeed, they drive very alert n when one is tired they exchange and they keep each other company The bus was clean,

Felistas Chido S.

October 18, 2023

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Durban to Bethal by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Durban to Bethal?
The cheapest bus tickets from Durban to Bethal start from $20. The average price for this route is around $21. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Durban to Bethal?
The average bus trip duration from Durban to Bethal is 10h, covering a distance of 254 miles (410 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 45m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Durban to Bethal route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Intercity Xpress, Citiliner, Greyhound South Africa.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Durban to Bethal?
The earliest bus departs from Durban to Bethal at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:15am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Durban to Bethal?
A bus trip from Durban to Bethal generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Durban to Bethal?
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 2103 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Durban to Bethal?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Citiliner has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Durban to Bethal?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Greyhound South Africa, with a punctuality rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Durban to Bethal?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Citiliner, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

01/16

$18

01/17

$22

Today

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01/19

$22

01/20

$20

01/21

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01/22

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01/23

$18

The cheapest trip from Durban to Bethal was searched and found on Jan 16, 2026 with a price of $18

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

You can expect to pay from $18 to $22 for a bus ticket from Durban to Bethal based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2026-01-23.