How can I travel from Uitenhage to Durban without flying?

The bus is the best choice to get to Durban without flying. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. You also have the choice of using carpooling services.

How long does it take to get to Durban from Uitenhage by bus?

The travel time from Uitenhage to Durban is about 15h 55m, but you can get there in as little as 15h 55m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 426 miles (688 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Uitenhage to Durban?

About 426 miles (688 km) separate Uitenhage and Durban.

What is the most cost-effective way to go from Uitenhage to Durban?

Go for the bus if you want the most cost-effective way to travel this route. With prices starting at $35, you won't find a cheaper way to get there.

How much are the bus tickets from Uitenhage to Durban?

The average price of a one-way ticket from Uitenhage to Durban is $39. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $35 and $75, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

What are the best sights and things to do in Durban?

Once in Durban, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Surfing, Moses Mabhida Stadium, Wilson’s Wharf, Hare Krishna Temple of Understanding and Umgeni River Bird Park.

Is there an overnight bus from Uitenhage to Durban?

Yes, you can take a night bus to go from Uitenhage to Durban. Don't forget to bring a snack and a blanket to help you stay comfortable through the night.

Uitenhage to Durban Bus Tickets

Q: What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Uitenhage to Durban?

The majority of buses traveling from Uitenhage to Durban start their journey at Uitenhage - Total Garage, 62 Caledon Street and wind up at Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o. R Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel). These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 6 at 6:30pm
Departure city: Uitenhage
Departure location: Intercape office, 84 Constitution Road
Arrival time: May 7 at 10:25am
Destination city: Durban
Destination location: Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)
Operated by: Big Sky
Vehicle: BusDuration: 15h 55m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 6 at 6:30pm
Departure city: Uitenhage
Departure location: Intercape office, 84 Constitution Road
Arrival time: May 7 at 10:25am
Destination city: Durban
Destination location: Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)
Operated by: Big Sky
Vehicle: BusDuration: 15h 55m
Departure time: May 6 at 6:30pm
Departure city: Uitenhage
Departure location: Intercape office, 84 Constitution Road
Arrival time: May 7 at 10:25am
Destination city: Durban
Destination location: Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)
Operated by: Big Sky
Vehicle: BusDuration: 15h 55m
Departure time: May 6 at 6:30pm
Departure city: Uitenhage
Departure location: Intercape office, 84 Constitution Road
Arrival time: May 7 at 10:25am
Destination city: Durban
Destination location: Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)
Operated by: Big Sky
Vehicle: BusDuration: 15h 55m
Departure time: May 6 at 6:30pm
Departure city: Uitenhage
Departure location: Intercape office, 84 Constitution Road
Arrival time: May 7 at 10:55am
Destination city: Durban
Destination location: Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)
Operated by: Big Sky
Vehicle: BusDuration: 16h 25m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Uitenhage to Durban.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$35 - $75	Average Duration15h 55m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Shuttle	Average Price$38 - $58	Average Duration15h 45m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the shuttle from Uitenhage to Durban

Among the sustainable travel choices, the shuttle stands out as the good way to reach Durban. The journey takes about 15 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2shuttle per day

15h 45mAverage Duration

$38Cheapest ticket

21kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Uitenhage to Durban: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$39

Average bus trip duration15h 55m

Number of daily buses2

Earliest bus departure6:30pm

Distance426 miles (687 km)

Compare bus companies

Big Sky

3.5/52,130 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.6

Based on 2130 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at $35.00

Big Sky Uitenhage Durban recent customer reviews

I was really unhappy with the bus that was delayed d for 1 hour a trip that was suppose to be be 14hours turned out to be 19 hours long my boarding time was 6h30 pm bus gt there past 7 and arrival time was 10h25am i only got to my stop at 14h45 pm

Carly N.

January 12, 2025

Bus was 1:30 late

Mfanafuthi Myeni M.

September 27, 2024

Services was outstanding but bus was delayed

Alqamah Mohmad Sadiq S.

April 3, 2024

Greyhound South Africa

3/57,688 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.2

ZA bus companies: Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, Eagle Liner, APM WC, Delta Coaches

Uitenhage to Durban Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Uitenhage to Durban, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Uitenhage and Durban?

Stops in Uitenhage

A - Uitenhage - Total Garage, 62 Caledon Street

Stops in Durban

A - Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)

B - Durban Station

C - Durban Airport

D - Jacobs

E - Airport (DBN)

Frequently asked questions for your trip Uitenhage - Durban

How can I travel from Uitenhage to Durban without flying?
How long does it take to get to Durban from Uitenhage by bus?
What is the travel distance from Uitenhage to Durban?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Uitenhage to Durban?
What is the most cost-effective way to go from Uitenhage to Durban?
How much are the bus tickets from Uitenhage to Durban?
What are the best sights and things to do in Durban?
Is there an overnight bus from Uitenhage to Durban?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

05/03

$36

05/04

$35

Today

$32

05/06

$34

05/07

$32

05/08

$32

05/09

$32

05/10

$35

The cheapest trip from Uitenhage to Durban was searched and found on May 9, 2025 with a price of $32

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

You can expect to pay from $32 to $39 for a bus ticket from Uitenhage to Durban based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2025-05-09.

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Bus Travel Tips

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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 Uitenhage to Durban that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

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

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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.

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