Durban to East London

Durban to East London

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$21
 
 
$46

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Durban to East London Schedule

Durban to East London Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Intercape Mainliner 06:15 - 18:00ZAR 517
FlySafair Economy #FA44010:05 - 11:20ZAR 2,526
Intercity Xpress Luxury 15:15 - 01:40ZAR 424
Intercape Luxury 16:15 - 03:25ZAR 539
FlySafair Economy 21:15 - 16:45ZAR 2,195

Transportation from Durban to East London

Facts about the transport from Durban to East London

Cheapest Transport$21
Fastest Transport1h 15m
Earliest Departure6:15 AM
Latest Departure5:00 PM
Departures per day10
Distance588 kilometers
Transport CompaniesFlySafair, Intercape, Intercity Xpress

How to get from Durban to East London

When you want to get from Durban to East London, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 45.56. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 20.92.

How far is Durban from East London?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Durban to East London. Your trip will be a total of 366 miles (588 km). The flying distance is 661 miles (1063 km).

How long does it take to get from Durban to East London?

The travel time from Durban to East London can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 12 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Durban to East London?

The cost of the trip from Durban to East London varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Intercity Xpress: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 20.92 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 45.56.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Durban to East London:

  • Bus tickets - USD 20.92 to USD 45.56;
  • Plane tickets - USD 96.55 to USD 96.55;

How many trips per day are there between Durban and East London?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 06:15 - you can also take a bus as late as 17:00. There are 10 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Durban to East London. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 96.55.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Durban to East London

FlySafair

Buses

Taking a bus from Durban to East London is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.
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The most popular transport from Durban to East London

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Durban to East London? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.