Many users have praised the bus service for its comfort, punctuality, and friendly drivers. The buses are generally clean with good driving conditions. However, some reviews mention issues such as delays without communication and discomfort due to closely spaced seats or inadequate air circulation. Despite these concerns, overall satisfaction remains high among travelers.
Intercity Xpress Durban East London recent customer reviews
Everything was just perfect with intercity Xpress, I had an amazing ride.
Bus is comfortable, clean, had good time management, kind staff.
Everything was just perfect
Forever gonna use intercity Xpress
5 out of 5 stars
Banele N.
Bus drives nice normal speed, comfortable seats allow me to charge my phone and arrived on time
5 out of 5 stars
David N.
Your driver was rude so that shifted the entire focus on good things. He also denied me a chance to get food so I can take my medication
Passengers have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting friendly staff, comfortable seating, and timely arrivals. Many appreciated being able to charge their devices during travel. However, some noted occasional delays and issues such as non-working chargers or discomfort due to air conditioning settings. Overall satisfaction remains high among users who value the quality of service provided.
Intercape Mainliner Durban East London recent customer reviews
I dont like ispace between the seats i was uncomfortable im still in pain as I speak and the aircorn was on the whole night i have to go see the doctor as I speak i was very very uncomfortable in your bus i have sinutis but the driver's forced us and switch it on the whole night i was on bus 115 yuuuh
1 out of 5 stars
Busisiwe N.
The service was great they tried to get on time I travel to Durban and back and the driver Mr Mbovu was so professional and caring, he was updating us if the is a problem if someone has a problem he was assisting everyone…. Intercape must maintain the busses because the other one was having a problem of a door but they tied it.
5 out of 5 stars
Tozama G.
Bus to East London 2 hours 35 minutes late, to many stops were made during the trip
Based on 3119 reviews, the company was rated 2.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at $29
APMWC Durban East London recent customer reviews
Terrible Because I couldn't locate the bus, they gave me a wrong address, and then their number is not reachable. I feel scammed and almost lost my job because of this.
Users have reported that the seats on the bus are comfortable, which is a positive aspect of their travel experience. However, there were some concerns regarding punctuality and temperature control inside the bus. The service was noted to be two hours late in one instance, and passengers had to request for heating due to cold conditions during another trip.
Greyhound Durban East London recent customer reviews
The seats are comfortable but the bus was cold, we had to ask the driver to switch on the heater
Big Sky has received praise for being excellent in all aspects, as highlighted by users. However, there have been reports of delays at most stops leading to a later arrival than initially promised.
Big Sky Durban East London recent customer reviews
I am not happy. The driver opened aircon very high even we asked them they refuse to switch it off despite the weather was cold the was no need to open the aircon
1 out of 5 stars
Thami M.
There were delays at most of the stops, I ended up arriving an hour later that what was promises
Based on 101 reviews, the company was rated 2.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Jacobs Coaches ticket prices on this trip start at $62
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Durban to East London by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Durban to East London?
The cheapest bus tickets from Durban to East London start from $29. The average price for this route is around $56. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Durban to East London?
The average bus travel time from Durban to East London is 10h 50m, covering a distance of 459 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 45m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Durban to East London route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Durban to East London?
The earliest bus departs from Durban to East London at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 5:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Durban to East London?
A bus trip from Durban to East London generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Durban to East London?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 45773 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Durban to East London?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Durban to East London?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Durban to East London?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
01-29
$137
01-30
$102
Today
$173
02-01
$182
02-02
$105
02-03
$36
02-04
$36
02-05
$36
The cheapest trip from Durban to East London was searched and found on Feb 3, 2026 with a price of $36
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Durban to East London, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $36 to $182 for a bus ticket from Durban to East London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2026-02-03.
Usually Intercape, Big Sky 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.
The cheapest trip from Durban to East London was searched and found on Feb 3, 2026 with a price of $36
