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Operated by: Intercity XpressIntercity Xpress
12:30PM
7h
7:30PM
Johannesburg - JHB A 41, Park Station, Rissik St.
Cheapest
Durban - Durban Station (Coach terminus)
Cheapest
Operated by: Citiliner PlusCitiliner Plus
9:00AM
13h30m
10:30PM
Johannesburg - Park Station, 96 Rissik St.
2nd Cheapest
Durban - Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)
2nd Cheapest
Operated by: Intercity XpressIntercity Xpress
8:45AM
6h45m
3:30PM
Johannesburg - JHB A 41, Park Station, Rissik St.
Fastest
Durban - Durban Station (Coach terminus)
Fastest
Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
9:00AM
21h15m
6:15AM
Johannesburg - Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
Durban - Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)
Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
9:00AM
21h15m
6:15AM
Johannesburg - Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
Durban - Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)
Bus Johannesburg to Durban: Trip Overview

Bus Johannesburg to Durban: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$20
Average bus trip duration8h
Number of daily buses55
Earliest bus departure7:30 AM
Distance311 miles (501 km)
Latest bus departure11:15 PM

Johannesburg to Durban Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures55
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures7:30AM - 11:15PM
Minimum Price$14
Average Ticket Price$20
Minimum Trip Duration6h45m
Average Bus Trip Duration8h
Distance311 miles (501 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteIntercape, Eagle Liner, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Johannesburg - Durban

The bus is the best choice to get to Durban without flying. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. You also have the option of using carpooling services.

The travel time from Johannesburg to Durban is about 8h, although the fastest bus will take 6h 45m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 311 miles (502 km) that separate the two cities.

About 311 miles (502 km) separate Johannesburg and Durban.

You can choose from 55 travel times and travel with Intercape, Eagle Liner and Big Sky. The number of buses from Johannesburg to Durban can differ depending on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from Johannesburg to Durban a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your style and budget. It's that easy!

The bus service has you covered with departures starting at 7:30 AM and ending at 11:15 PM.

The majority of buses traveling from Johannesburg to Durban start their journey at Park City Transit Centre, Johannesburg Station and wind up at Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o. R Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel). These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, go for the bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $14.

The average price of a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Durban is $20. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $14 to $104, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Once in Durban, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Durban Botanic Gardens, uShaka Marine World, Campbell Collections, The Golden Mile & Beaches and Umgeni River Bird Park.

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Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
03/17
$14
03/18
$14
Today
$15
03/20
$18
03/21
$22
03/22
$21
03/23
$22
03/24
$21
The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Durban was searched and found on Mar 18, 2024 with a price of $14

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

You can expect to pay from $14 to $105 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Durban based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2024-03-20.

Usually BIG SKY, MAINLINER 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Johannesburg to Durban.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Johannesburg to Durban, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Johannesburg to Durban that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Johannesburg to Durban, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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