Johannesburg to Durban

Johannesburg to Durban

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They are taking passengers outside the gate of the bus station, that corner where they made us wait at is not safe at all and so disorganised. And also, when they dropped us off in Durban they dropped us outside the station, and that area also is not safe at 4:30am.
Johannesburg to Durban, Bus Luxury Coach, APM WC, Jul 9, 2023
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Johannesburg to Durban Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Minivan 7pax
Any time
+5h 43m
$663.00
Bus
Eagle Liner
Luxury
05:10
15:50
$23.09
Flight
FlySafair
Economy
05:55
19:50
$211.24
Bus
Intercity Xpress
Luxury
06:30
14:05
$17.32
Flight
FlySafair
Economy
07:00
21:45
$223.84
Bus
Intercape
Luxury
07:30
15:25
$18.50
Bus
Intercity Xpress
Luxury
07:55
17:00
$21.81
Bus
Intercape
Luxury
08:30
18:15
$20.35
Bus
Intercity Xpress
Luxury
08:50
16:05
$22.77
Bus
Intercape
Luxury
09:30
17:00
$21.58
Bus
Eagle Liner
Luxury
10:00
17:30
$19.24
Bus
Greyhound Premium
Luxury
10:45
19:15
$26.62
Flight
FlySafair
Economy
12:05
20:30
$239.54
Bus
Intercity Xpress
Luxury
12:30
19:30
$17.96
Flight
FlySafair
Economy
12:55
14:10
$115.34
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Flight
FlySafair
Economy
13:45
20:25
$227.04
Flight
FlySafair
Economy
14:05
21:45
$239.54
Flight
FlySafair
Economy
14:55
21:45
$223.84
Flight
FlySafair
Economy
16:55
17:25
$221.34
Flight
FlySafair
Economy
17:50
19:05
$66.99
  4.0

How to get from Johannesburg to Durban

When you want to get from Johannesburg to Durban, 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 50.88. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 23.13.

How far is Johannesburg from Durban?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Johannesburg to Durban. Your trip will be a total of 375 miles (603 km). The flying distance is 321 miles (515 km).

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

The travel time from Johannesburg to Durban can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 22 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Johannesburg to Durban varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Intercape: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 23.13 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 50.88.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 23.13 to USD 50.88;
  • Plane tickets - USD 29.60 to USD 490.41;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 509.89 to USD 810.97.

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

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 06:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:00. There are 27 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 Johannesburg to Durban. 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 29.60.

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 Johannesburg to Durban

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

Buses

Taking a bus from Johannesburg to Durban 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 Johannesburg to Durban. 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 Johannesburg to Durban

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

  • 95% decided to go for a bus.
  • 5% users took a plane.

Transportation from Johannesburg to Durban

Facts about the transport from Johannesburg to Durban

Cheapest Transport$24
Fastest Transport1h 5m
Earliest Departure6:00 AM
Latest Departure11:00 PM
Departures per day27
Distance603 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAirlink, Airlink, Big Tree, CemAir, Citiliner Plus, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Eagle Liner, FlySafair, FlySafair, Greyhound Premium, Intercape, Intercity Xpress, NoZulu, Safair, South African Airways, South African Airways