Based on 3012 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at £18
Customers have expressed dissatisfaction with the service, mentioning that the bus broke down on the way to Ficksburg and they had to wait for help for 5 hours. This resulted in arriving late at their destination and putting their lives at risk. Additionally, some customers mentioned that the charging ports don't work.
On my way back from Durban to ficksburg, i was sitting towards the back and the smell from the toilet was unbearable. I had to cover my nose all the way to mantrose where the bucket was disposed 😢
2 out of 5 stars
Makatleho K.
It was a terrible experience as I booked the trip for my husband and the bus broke down in harrismith and they were stuck for over 4hrs. It was freezing cold and he missed work today as he only arrived in ficksburg at 7:30am when he was expected to reach home at 2am.
1 out of 5 stars
Sharon C.
The bus broke on the way to Ficksburg, we got help after 5 hours which lead to arrive late at our destination thus put our lives at risk.I missed vehicle to my place had no place to stay.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Durban to Ficksburg
What's the distance between Durban and Ficksburg by coach?
The distance between Durban and Ficksburg by coach is approximately 202 miles (326 km).
How can I get from Durban to Ficksburg without driving?
You can travel to Ficksburg from Durban by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.
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The cheapest trip from Durban to Ficksburg was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of £19
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Durban to Ficksburg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £19 to £30 for a bus ticket from Durban to Ficksburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £19, which is on 2025-11-24.
Usually Big Sky, Intercape 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 Ficksburg was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of £19
