Find coaches from Cape Town to Durban

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Next departures from Cape Town to Durban on 1 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercape Mainliner
    		Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    		Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)Cheapest
    Intercape Mainliner
      		Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
      		Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)Fastest
      Intercape Mainliner
        		Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
        		Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)No tags
        Intercity Xpress
          		Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive
          		Durban Station (Coach terminus)No tags
          Intercape Mainliner
            		Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
            		Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)No tags

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            Get from Cape Town to Durban

            This route is served by bus only

            The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            23bus per day
            1d 2hAverage duration
            1273 kmDistance
            32kgCO₂ emissions

            Bus Cape Town to Durban: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceUS$58
            Average bus trip duration1d 2h
            Number of daily buses23
            Earliest bus departure06:00
            Distance1272 km
            Latest bus departure19:15

            Cape Town to Durban Bus

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip Cape Town - Durban

            1. How much does a bus ticket from Cape Town to Durban cost?

              The bus ticket price from Cape Town to Durban starts at US$33. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cape Town to Durban is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

            2. How long is the bus ride from Cape Town to Durban?

              The average travel time between Cape Town and Durban is around 1d 2h, although the fastest bus will take about 23h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1274 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily bus connections are there between Cape Town and Durban?

              The number of buses from Cape Town to Durban can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 23 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cape Town to Durban by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which bus companies travel from Cape Town to Durban?

              When taking the bus from Cape Town to Durban, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress.

            5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cape Town to Durban?

              Buses travelling between Cape Town and Durban leave from Bellville - 8 Mabel St. or Bus Station - Civic Centre and arrive at Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel), Durban Station, Durban Airport.

            Find cheapest prices for buses

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

            Best price found
            29/10
            US$44
            30/10
            US$44
            Today
            US$41
            01/11
            US$42
            02/11
            US$38
            03/11
            US$38
            04/11
            US$38
            05/11
            US$34
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cape Town to Durban was searched and found on 05 Nov 2025 with a price of US$34

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

            You can expect to pay from US$34 to US$60 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Durban based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$34, which is on 2025-11-05.

            Usually 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.

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            Bus Travel Tips

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            Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Cape Town to Durban will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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            Did you know?

            9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

            The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

            It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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