Durban to Johannesburg

Durban to Johannesburg

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Durban to Johannesburg Schedule

Durban to Johannesburg Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Hahn Air Systems Economy #H1685506:15 - 07:25ZAR 1,514
Citiliner Plus Luxury 08:30 - 22:25ZAR 446
FlySafair Economy #FA23711:00 - 12:10ZAR 764
Hahn Air Systems Economy #H1689813:15 - 14:25ZAR 1,514
South African Airways Economy #SA56215:05 - 16:10ZAR 2,796
FlySafair Economy #FA26316:10 - 17:20ZAR 4,071
FlySafair Economy #FA27118:15 - 19:25ZAR 1,555
Hahn Air Systems Economy #H1707020:15 - 21:25ZAR 1,514
Big Sky Express Luxury 22:00 - 06:15ZAR 308

Transportation from Durban to Johannesburg

Facts about the transport from Durban to Johannesburg

Cheapest Transport$16
Fastest Transport1h 5m
Earliest Departure6:00 AM
Latest Departure10:00 PM
Departures per day33
Distance556 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAirlink, APM WC, Big Tree, CemAir, Citiliner Plus, Eagle Liner, FlySafair, Greyhound Premium, Hahn Air Systems, Hahn Air Technologies, Intercape, Intercity Xpress, South African Airways

How to get from Durban to Johannesburg

When you want to get from Durban to Johannesburg, 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 36.31. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 15.23.

How far is Durban from Johannesburg?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Durban to Johannesburg. Your trip will be a total of 346 miles (556 km). The flying distance is 318 miles (511 km).

How long does it take to get from Durban to Johannesburg?

The travel time from Durban to Johannesburg can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 21 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Durban to Johannesburg?

The cost of the trip from Durban to Johannesburg varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is APM WC: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 15.23 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 36.31.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 15.23 to USD 36.31;
  • Plane tickets - USD 49.31 to USD 101.81;

How many trips per day are there between Durban and Johannesburg?

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 06:45 - you can also take a bus as late as 22:00. There are 33 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 Johannesburg. 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 49.31.

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 Johannesburg

Airlink, CemAir, FlySafair, Hahn Air Systems, Hahn Air Technologies, South African Airways

Buses

Taking a bus from Durban to Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Durban to Johannesburg? 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.