Durban to Port Elizabeth

Durban to Port Elizabeth

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Durban to Port Elizabeth Schedule

Durban to Port Elizabeth Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Intercape Luxury 07:00 - 22:30ZAR 616
CemAir Economy 09:45 - 08:40ZAR 2,495
Airlink Economy 11:15 - 07:45ZAR 2,272
FlySafair Economy 13:15 - 19:20ZAR 1,475
Hahn Air Systems Economy #H1685914:05 - 15:35ZAR 2,845
Intercape Mainliner 16:15 - 08:05ZAR 858
FlySafair Economy 19:50 - 08:00ZAR 1,494
South African Airways Economy 20:05 - 13:30ZAR 1,965

Transportation from Durban to Port Elizabeth

Facts about the transport from Durban to Port Elizabeth

Cheapest Transport$23
Fastest Transport1h 30m
Earliest Departure6:15 AM
Latest Departure5:00 PM
Departures per day9
Distance813 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAirlink, FlySafair, Hahn Air Systems, Intercape, Intercity Xpress

How to get from Durban to Port Elizabeth

When you want to get from Durban to Port Elizabeth, 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 29.23. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 22.49.

How far is Durban from Port Elizabeth?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Durban to Port Elizabeth. Your trip will be a total of 506 miles (813 km). The flying distance is 794 miles (1276 km).

How long does it take to get from Durban to Port Elizabeth?

The travel time from Durban to Port Elizabeth can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 17 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Durban to Port Elizabeth?

The cost of the trip from Durban to Port Elizabeth 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 22.49 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 29.23.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 22.48 to USD 29.23;
  • Plane tickets - USD 95.39 to USD 215.92;

How many trips per day are there between Durban and Port Elizabeth?

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 9 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 Port Elizabeth. 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 95.39.

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 Port Elizabeth

Airlink, FlySafair, Hahn Air Systems

Buses

Taking a bus from Durban to Port Elizabeth 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 Port Elizabeth

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