How much is the bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Durban?

The cheapest bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to Durban start from $24. The average price for this route is around $43. 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 Port Elizabeth to Durban?

The average bus trip duration from Port Elizabeth to Durban is 15h 15m, covering a distance of 425 miles (685 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 40m and is operated by Big Sky .

Which bus companies service the Port Elizabeth to Durban route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 21 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Intercity Xpress , APM WC , Big Sky .

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

The earliest bus departs from Port Elizabeth to Durban at 4:30am. And the latest bus departs at 7:55pm.

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

A bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Durban generates an estimated 17 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 Port Elizabeth to Durban?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 45776 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

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

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Port Elizabeth to Durban?

According to Busbud traveler 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 Port Elizabeth to Durban from $23 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Port Elizabeth to Durban on March 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:25pm	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	15h 30m	10:55am	Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)	Cheapest
Bus	7:45pm	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	14h 40m	10:25am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	Fastest
Bus	7:25pm	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	15h 30m	10:55am	Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)	No tags
Bus	7:55pm	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	15h	10:55am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	7:25pm	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	15h 30m	10:55am	Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)	No tags

Next departures for Port Elizabeth to Durban on March 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:30am	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	15h	8:30pm	Durban Station (Coach terminus)	Cheapest
Bus	7:45pm	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	14h 40m	10:25am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	Fastest
Bus	5:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	15h 15m	8:45am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	4:15pm	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	15h 15m	7:30am	Durban Station (Coach terminus)	No tags
Bus	7:25pm	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	15h 30m	10:55am	Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)	No tags

Next departures for Port Elizabeth to Durban on March 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:15pm	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	15h 15m	7:30am	Durban Station (Coach terminus)	Cheapest
Bus	4:30am	Greenacres McDonald's (Crn Cape Rd & Penny St)	14h 55m	7:25pm	Durban bus station, Jelf Taylor Cres	Fastest
Bus	5:30am	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	15h	8:30pm	Durban Station (Coach terminus)	No tags
Bus	7:55pm	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	15h	10:55am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	4:30am	Greenacres McDonald's (Crn Cape Rd & Penny St)	15h 10m	7:40pm	Durban Beach Front	No tags

Next departures for Port Elizabeth to Durban on March 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:15pm	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	15h 15m	7:30am	Durban Station (Coach terminus)	Cheapest
Bus	6:00pm	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	14h 45m	8:45am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	Fastest
Bus	5:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	15h 15m	8:45am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	5:30am	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	15h	8:30pm	Durban Station (Coach terminus)	No tags
Bus	4:30am	Greenacres McDonald's (Crn Cape Rd & Penny St)	15h 10m	7:40pm	Durban Beach Front	No tags

Next departures for Port Elizabeth to Durban on March 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:15pm	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	15h 15m	7:30am	Durban Station (Coach terminus)	Cheapest
Bus	7:45pm	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	14h 40m	10:25am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	Fastest
Bus	5:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	15h 15m	8:45am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	5:30am	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	15h	8:30pm	Durban Station (Coach terminus)	No tags
Bus	7:25pm	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	15h 30m	10:55am	Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)	No tags

Next departures for Port Elizabeth to Durban on March 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:15pm	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	15h 15m	7:30am	Durban Station (Coach terminus)	Cheapest
Bus	4:30am	Greenacres McDonald's (Crn Cape Rd & Penny St)	14h 55m	7:25pm	Durban bus station, Jelf Taylor Cres	Fastest
Bus	5:30am	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	15h	8:30pm	Durban Station (Coach terminus)	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	15h 45m	9:45pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	4:30am	Greenacres McDonald's (Crn Cape Rd & Penny St)	15h 10m	7:40pm	Durban Beach Front	No tags

Next departures for Port Elizabeth to Durban on March 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:00am	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	15h 45m	9:45pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	Cheapest
Bus	6:00pm	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	14h 45m	8:45am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	Fastest
Bus	5:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	15h 15m	8:45am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	5:30am	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	15h	8:30pm	Durban Station (Coach terminus)	No tags
Bus	4:30am	Greenacres McDonald's (Crn Cape Rd & Penny St)	15h 10m	7:40pm	Durban Beach Front	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:44 PM SAST.

Get from Port Elizabeth to Durban

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 15 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

21bus per day

15h 15mAverage Duration

425 milesDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Port Elizabeth and Durban?

Stops in Port Elizabeth

A
Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd
262 Cape Rd, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
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B
Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)
Intercape Office, N Union St, Port Elizabeth Central, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
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C
CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.
97 Westview Dr, Mill Park, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
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D
Railway Station
Railway Station, Cnr Harbor Road and Strand St, Port Elizabeth
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E
Greenacres - Intercape Depot
19 Nile Rd, Perridgevale, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
F
Port Elizabeth
Intercape office, Link Rd, Perridgevale, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa

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

3.5/545,777 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Many users have praised the bus service for its comfort, cleanliness, and timely arrivals. The staff is often described as professional and attentive. However, some reviews mention issues with charging ports not working consistently across buses. Additionally, there were occasional mechanical problems that led to delays in departure times from certain locations.

Intercape Mainliner Port Elizabeth Durban recent customer reviews

Terrible, they hardly stopped and carried on picking people up well after midnight

Christopher C.

January 6, 2026

Trip was very bad. The bus was overheating and stopping everywhere resulting in me missing my interview

Owami B.

January 5, 2026

The bus was an hour late,had issues for 2 hours along the way ,we then got another bus in EL several stops due to mechanical issues.Time of arrival was delayed by 5 hours😭Drivers were not communicating anything to us ,everytime it had issues we didn’t get informed what was happening .I am very disappointed in their service

Nontobeko M.

January 1, 2026

Intercity Xpress

3/512,045 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.2

Intercity Express provides a reliable service with friendly drivers and comfortable buses, often arriving on time. Many users appreciate the cleanliness of the buses and clear communication during trips. However, some passengers have mentioned issues such as non-functional charging ports, inadequate bathroom facilities, limited stops for refreshments on long journeys, and occasional temperature discomfort due to air conditioning settings.

Intercity Xpress Port Elizabeth Durban recent customer reviews

Firstly the bus was not comfortable it was a shuttle with no toilet worse of all the driver was bad on the road bumping us didn't know the way properly, we waited for 2hrs at petrol station he didn't have money to pay for diesel what a bad experience.

Ncamisile M.

January 6, 2026

We will die because of not having pit stop from umthatha to Durban u guys ate killing us . Also why so much heat in the buss we have to bag to get air-conditioned by why. Toilet need to be cleaned in every station hayngeke

Andy S.

January 3, 2026

It was very satisfying and everything was communicated clearly… the bus standard seats and charging ports made my journey extremely enjoyable…

Anelisa O.

January 1, 2026

APM WC

2/53,119 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi0.5

Big Sky

3.5/53,438 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

Passengers have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting professional and caring drivers who contribute to a comfortable journey. The buses are noted for their cleanliness, punctuality, and amenities like clean toilets and fridges. Although some minor issues such as occasional delays or non-functional charging points were mentioned, overall satisfaction remains high among travelers.

Big Sky Port Elizabeth Durban recent customer reviews

The trip was great ,their service is good even with the small delay but it was nice.Im definitely using Big Sky again.

Ntombizandile M.

August 29, 2025

some of charging points not working. no plastic dast bin. Temperature not controllable

Nkosinathi M.

July 26, 2025

The bus was clean and neat but the delay of more than 2 hours was not necessary. It prolonged my journey

Ntombencinci M.

March 26, 2025

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Port Elizabeth to Durban 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 Port Elizabeth to Durban?
The cheapest bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to Durban start from $24. The average price for this route is around $43. 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 Port Elizabeth to Durban?
The average bus trip duration from Port Elizabeth to Durban is 15h 15m, covering a distance of 425 miles (685 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 40m and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Port Elizabeth to Durban route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 21 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, APM WC, Big Sky.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Port Elizabeth to Durban?
The earliest bus departs from Port Elizabeth to Durban at 4:30am. And the latest bus departs at 7:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Durban?
A bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Durban generates an estimated 17 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 Port Elizabeth to Durban?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 45776 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Port Elizabeth to Durban?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Port Elizabeth to Durban?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Port Elizabeth to Durban?
According to Busbud traveler 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

03/10

$28

03/11

$35

Today

$33

03/13

$28

03/14

$29

03/15

$26

03/16

$23

03/17

$23

The cheapest trip from Port Elizabeth to Durban was searched and found on Mar 17, 2026 with a price of $23

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

You can expect to pay from $23 to $45 for a bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Durban based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2026-03-17.

Usually Intercape, 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.