How can I travel from Pretoria to Durban without flying?

The bus is the best choice to get to Durban without flying. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

How long does it take to get to Durban from Pretoria by bus?

On average, the trip from Pretoria to Durban takes around 9h 30m, although the fastest bus will take 7h 50m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 332 miles (535 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Pretoria to Durban?

The distance separating Pretoria and Durban is 332 miles (535 km).

What is the most cost-effective way to get from Pretoria to Durban?

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. With prices starting at $15, you won't find a more affordable way to get there.

How much are the bus tickets from Pretoria to Durban?

You can expect to pay around $26 for a bus ticket. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $15 to $69, so it's good to do your research before booking.

What are the best sights and things to do in Durban?

Once in Durban, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are The Golden Mile & Beaches, Wilson’s Wharf, uShaka Marine World, Hare Krishna Temple of Understanding and Umgeni River Bird Park.

Can I pay for the bus tickets with Instant EFT?

Yes, Busbud partnered with Stitch to offer Instant EFT as a payment method. With Instant EFT, you can pay directly from your South African bank account by transferring money. To pay for your bus tickets using Instant EFT, simply select it as the payment method during checkout and follow the instructions. And voila! The process is safe, fast and easy, clearing the transaction right away.

Pretoria to Durban Bus Tickets

Q: What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Pretoria to Durban?

The majority of buses traveling from Pretoria to Durban start their journey at Pretoria Station and wind up at Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o. R Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel). These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

TodayApr 25

from $23

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from $17

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: April 26 at 7:00pm
Departure city: Pretoria
Departure location: Bosman Coach Station Terminus
Arrival time: April 27 at 4:10am
Destination city: Durban
Destination location: Durban Station - 1 Jelf Taylor Cres.
Operated by: Eagle Liner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 9h 10m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: April 26 at 9:30pm
Departure city: Pretoria
Departure location: Bosman Coach Station Terminus
Arrival time: April 27 at 5:20am
Destination city: Durban
Destination location: Durban Station (Coach terminus)
Operated by: Intercity Xpress
Vehicle: BusDuration: 7h 50m
Departure time: April 26 at 5:30am
Departure city: Pretoria
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Arrival time: April 26 at 3:00pm
Destination city: Durban
Destination location: Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 9h 30m
Departure time: April 26 at 6:15am
Departure city: Pretoria
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Arrival time: April 26 at 5:00pm
Destination city: Durban
Destination location: Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 45m
Departure time: April 26 at 7:45am
Departure city: Pretoria
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Arrival time: April 26 at 5:00pm
Destination city: Durban
Destination location: Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)
Operated by: Big Sky Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 9h 15m

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Bus Pretoria to Durban: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$26

Average bus trip duration9h 30m

Number of daily buses39

Earliest bus departure5:30am

Distance332 miles (535 km)

Latest bus departure9:30pm

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Intercape

3.5/539,367 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Passengers generally appreciate the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the comfortable seating on their journeys. However, some reviews mention issues such as delays in arrival times and a lack of onboard amenities like toilets or heating. Cleanliness is praised by many users, though there are occasional concerns about unpleasant odors during travel.

Intercape Mainliner Pretoria Durban recent customer reviews

My experience with intercape mainliner was good however I was not comfortable, I think the space between the chairs is very small which leads to a passengers cannot bend the chair properly because the person who is sitting at the will be uncomfortable

Xolile M.

March 25, 2025

The seats were so uncomfortable and did not recline.Can we hv the correct arrival time so that we are able to arrange for transport properly

Viwe D.

March 10, 2025

Chairs are small and cramped Bus arrived in Durban 1 hour late, and no apologies from the staff

Siza N.

March 1, 2025

Greyhound South Africa

3/57,614 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.2

Passengers frequently commend the bus service for its comfort, cleanliness, and punctuality. Many appreciate the friendly and helpful drivers who ensure a smooth journey. However, some users have noted concerns about speeding by certain drivers and occasional issues at Pretoria station with staff interactions or safety perceptions outside of it.

Greyhound Pretoria Durban recent customer reviews

The bus broke down several times, that led to lot of stops and we had to be moved to another one, but I really value the Greyhound service and I believe such issues will be resolved and continue to give it best service

Wonder I.

April 14, 2025

First the bus was smelling urine second driver had bad attitude and lastly bus took longer than expected just because of bad driving of the driver

Sanele P.

April 9, 2025

The bus was late to arrive in Durban due to driver taking wrong turns and nobody felt the need to inform us as passengers

Felicity T.

March 20, 2025

Intercity Xpress

3/58,802 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi1

Passengers generally express satisfaction with the bus service, highlighting clean buses and friendly drivers who communicate well during journeys. Many appreciate the comfortable seating and punctuality when it occurs. However, some reviews mention a lack of charging points on certain routes as an inconvenience for travelers seeking to stay connected during their trips.

Intercity Xpress Pretoria Durban recent customer reviews

It was enjoyable and comfortable and it kept the arrival time..the toilet thou it was messy and smelling but hope next time it wont be 🤗🙏

Precious M.

April 19, 2025

I enjoy their service and our drivetreat us well time was also kept.. Intercity bus are the best

Nompumelelo M.

April 12, 2025

What I enjoyed there the quietness, lights were off I enjoy my sleeping and what I didn't enjoy there were no charger plugged, toilet was smelling was dark inside no lights

Khethiwe Z.

March 29, 2025

Big Sky

3.5/52,090 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.6

Customers consistently praise the comfort of the buses and commend the friendly, professional staff. Many reviews highlight punctual arrivals and safe driving as standout features. However, some users mentioned issues with charging points not working throughout their journey or experiencing cold drafts from windows during rain. Overall, passengers had a positive travel experience with attentive service.

Big Sky Express Pretoria Durban recent customer reviews

Departing time was good, bus drivers was friendly. Only the problem hygienic was very bad toilet was smelling

Patrick P.

March 22, 2025

There was rain coming in the closed windows..a very cold wind was coming from the closed windows as well

Clementina M.

December 21, 2024

The seats are comfortable but too close to one another. The bus took l Too long to get to the destination and it kept stopping in places that riders didnt know about

Mongezi Z.

October 28, 2024

Eagle Liner

2.5/58,617 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.3

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi0.7

Many users have shared positive experiences with Eagle Liner, highlighting the punctuality of departures and arrivals, friendly drivers, and overall enjoyable trips. However, some reviews mention concerns about limited amenities like toilets and charging points on board. Additionally, there are occasional mentions of delays due to frequent ticket checks or unexpected incidents during travel.

Eagle Liner Pretoria Durban recent customer reviews

The bus was in time, but our driver was too nice to have to many stops, that made us to be late for our destination. Please provide buses with toilet for long stay. 6 hours and more.

Maphefo S.

April 2, 2025

The drivers were rude, service is poor, no toilets in the bus nothing was satisfying about the trip, no aircons in the bus

Lestrina P.

March 30, 2025

I enjoyed the the time i spent , the driver was driving nice and we reach destination on time and the bus was warm even though the window was not closing proper. The Chairs arvery small.

Nombizonke M.

March 20, 2025

APM WC

2/51,716 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness0.9

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0.4

ZA bus companies: Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, Eagle Liner, APM WC, Delta Coaches

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Where are the popular stops in Pretoria and Durban?

Stops in Pretoria

A - Pretoria Station

B - Pretoria Station

Stops in Durban

A - Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)

B - Durban Station

C - Durban Airport

D - Jacobs

E - Airport (DBN)

Frequently asked questions for your trip Pretoria - Durban

How can I travel from Pretoria to Durban without flying?
How long does it take to get to Durban from Pretoria by bus?
What is the travel distance from Pretoria to Durban?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Pretoria to Durban?
What is the most cost-effective way to get from Pretoria to Durban?
How much are the bus tickets from Pretoria to Durban?
What are the best sights and things to do in Durban?
Can I pay for the bus tickets with Instant EFT?

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$17

04/24

$24

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$23

04/26

$17

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$17

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The cheapest trip from Pretoria to Durban was searched and found on Apr 26, 2025 with a price of $17

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Pretoria to Durban, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $17 to $50 for a bus ticket from Pretoria to Durban based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2025-04-26.

Usually MAINLINER will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Pretoria to Durban.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Pretoria to Durban.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Pretoria to Durban will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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Where are the popular stops in Pretoria and Durban?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Pretoria - Durban

How can I travel from Pretoria to Durban without flying?

How long does it take to get to Durban from Pretoria by bus?

What is the travel distance from Pretoria to Durban?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Pretoria to Durban?

What is the most cost-effective way to get from Pretoria to Durban?

How much are the bus tickets from Pretoria to Durban?

What are the best sights and things to do in Durban?

Can I pay for the bus tickets with Instant EFT?

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