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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station) | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station) | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station) | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | No tags |
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Get from Durban to Carletonville
The journey takes about 19 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 832, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Durban and Carletonville?
Stops in Durban
- A
Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)
Intercape Office, O.R Tambo Parade (opposite Tropicana Hotel), South Beach, Durban, 4001, South Africa - B
Durban Station
222 Umgeni Rd, Stamford Hill, Durban, 4025, South Africa - D
Jacobs
6 Bonnington Pl, Mobeni East, Durban, 4060 - E
Airport (DBN)
Durban International Airport, 4029, South Africa
Stops in Carletonville
- A
Carletonville
30 Kruis St, Fochville, 2515, South Africa - B
Total Garage
Total, 5333 Osmium St, Carletonville, 2499 - C
Caltex Garage
Celtex, 78 Annan Rd, Carletonville, 2499
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Durban to Carletonville by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Durban to Carletonville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Durban to Carletonville start at R 832. The average price for this route is around R 1 046. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Durban to Carletonville?
The average bus journey time from Durban to Carletonville is 19h 20m, covering a distance of 516 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 13h 55m and is operated by Greyhound South Africa.
Which bus companies service the Durban to Carletonville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Big Sky, Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, Greyhound South Africa, Big Tree.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Durban to Carletonville?
The earliest bus departs from Durban to Carletonville at 17:45. And the latest bus departs at 18:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Durban to Carletonville?
A bus trip from Durban to Carletonville produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Durban to Carletonville?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 3231 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Durban to Carletonville?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Durban to Carletonville?
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 Carletonville?
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.
The cheapest trip from Durban to Carletonville was searched and found on 26 Dec 2025 with a price of R 857To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Durban to Carletonville as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 857 to R 1 056 for a bus ticket from Durban to Carletonville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 857, which is on 2025-12-26.
