What is the distance between Durban and Johannesburg South?

The distance between Durban and Johannesburg South is approximately 500 km (310 miles).

Bus from Durban to Johannesburg South starting at $28 | Compare & Save up to 46%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Durban to Johannesburg South on November 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	8:20am	Durban Station (Coach terminus)	9h 30m	5:50pm	JOHANNESBURG SOUTH - SOUTHGATE MALL MCDONALDS, RIFLE RANGE ROAD, MONDEOR, JOHANNESBURG SOUTH, 2091	CheapestFastest
	Bus	8:10am	Durban (Beachfront)	9h 40m	5:50pm	JOHANNESBURG SOUTH - SOUTHGATE MALL MCDONALDS, RIFLE RANGE ROAD, MONDEOR, JOHANNESBURG SOUTH, 2091	No tags

Next departures for Durban to Johannesburg South on November 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	8:20am	Durban Station (Coach terminus)	9h 30m	5:50pm	JOHANNESBURG SOUTH - SOUTHGATE MALL MCDONALDS, RIFLE RANGE ROAD, MONDEOR, JOHANNESBURG SOUTH, 2091	CheapestFastest
	Bus	8:10am	Durban (Beachfront)	9h 40m	5:50pm	JOHANNESBURG SOUTH - SOUTHGATE MALL MCDONALDS, RIFLE RANGE ROAD, MONDEOR, JOHANNESBURG SOUTH, 2091	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 4:35 PM SAST.

Get from Durban to Johannesburg South

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

9h 30mAverage Duration

498 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

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Intercity Xpress

3/510,945 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.1

Based on 10945 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Intercity Xpress ticket prices on this trip start at $25

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Durban to Johannesburg South by bus

What is the distance between Durban and Johannesburg South?
The distance between Durban and Johannesburg South is approximately 500 km (310 miles).

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-16

$26

11-17

$29

Today

$28

11-19

$29

11-20

$36

11-21

$36

11-22

$36

11-23

$36

The cheapest trip from Durban to Johannesburg South was searched and found on Nov 16, 2025 with a price of $26

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

You can expect to pay from $26 to $36 for a bus ticket from Durban to Johannesburg South based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-11-19.