Durban to Johannesburg

Durban to Johannesburg

Durban
Johannesburg
Feb 25, 2028
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Durban to Johannesburg Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Minivan 7pax
Any time
+5h 43m
$663.00
Bus
Intercity Xpress
Luxury
06:30
13:50
$21.81
Bus
Eagle Liner
Luxury
06:50
15:45
$27.58
Bus
Intercape
Luxury
07:15
17:45
$20.35
  5.0
Bus
Intercape
Luxury
07:45
17:05
$22.20
  5.0
Bus
Intercity Xpress
Luxury
08:20
17:50
$21.81
Flight
CemAir
Economy
08:40
22:05
$264.74
Bus
Citiliner Plus
Luxury
09:00
17:00
$28.86
Bus
Greyhound Premium
Luxury
09:30
17:30
$26.62
Bus
Intercape
Luxury
10:00
19:05
$19.73
  5.0
Bus
Intercape
Luxury
10:30
19:50
$18.50
  5.0
Bus
Intercape
Luxury
11:00
19:05
$19.73
  5.0
Bus
Intercity Xpress
Luxury
11:30
18:30
$21.81
Flight
FlySafair
Economy
12:10
22:05
$256.24
Flight
CemAir
Premium Economy
12:30
22:05
$450.34
Bus
Citiliner Plus
Luxury
13:00
20:45
$20.84
Flight
FlySafair
Economy
13:50
22:05
$252.74
Flight
FlySafair
Economy
14:35
22:05
$237.64
Flight
FlySafair
Economy
15:25
22:05
$239.34
Bus
Intercape
Luxury
17:45
15:00
$41.32
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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
  • Taxi

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 24.85. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 24.05.

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 304 miles (488 km). The flying distance is 573 miles (921 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 10 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 Eagle Liner: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 24.05 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 24.85.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 24.05 to USD 24.85;
  • Plane tickets - USD 49.71 to USD 174.28;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 509.89 to USD 808.38.

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 19:30. There are 4 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 49.71.

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, Airlink, CemAir, FlySafair, FlySafair, FlySafair, Safair, South African Airways, 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.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Durban to Johannesburg. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 509.89.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

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.

Transportation from Durban to Johannesburg

Facts about the transport from Durban to Johannesburg

Cheapest Transport$25
Fastest Transport1h 5m
Earliest Departure6:00 AM
Latest Departure9:05 PM
Departures per day4
Distance488 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAirlink, Airlink, CemAir, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Eagle Liner, FlySafair, FlySafair, FlySafair, Safair, South African Airways, South African Airways