How much is the bus ticket from Durban to King William’s Town?

The cheapest bus tickets from Durban to King William’s Town start from $24. The average price for this route is around $42. 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 King William’s Town?

The average bus trip duration from Durban to King William’s Town is 11h 55m, covering a distance of 300 miles (483 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 45m and is operated by APM WC .

Which bus companies service the Durban to King William’s Town route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Intercity Xpress , APM WC , Big Sky .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Durban to King William’s Town?

The earliest bus departs from Durban to King William’s Town at 6:15am. And the latest bus departs at 5:00pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Durban to King William’s Town?

A bus trip from Durban to King William’s Town generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Durban to King William’s Town?

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 45204 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Durban to King William’s Town?

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 has the most timely service from Durban to King William’s Town?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 King William’s Town?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Durban to King William’s Town from $24 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Durban to King William’s Town on January 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:45pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	11h 40m	4:25am	Railway Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:00pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	11h 30m	4:30am	Railway Station	Fastest
Bus	4:45pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	11h 40m	4:25am	Railway Station	No tags
Bus	4:45pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	11h 40m	4:25am	Railway Station	No tags
Bus	5:00pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	11h 30m	4:30am	Railway Station	No tags

Next departures for Durban to King William’s Town on January 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00am	Durban Beach Front	10h 15m	5:15pm	Train station, King Williams Town	Cheapest
Bus	7:30am	Durban bus station, Jelf Taylor Cres	9h 45m	5:15pm	Train station, King Williams Town	Fastest
Bus	7:00am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	13h 30m	8:30pm	Railway Station	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	11h 20m	3:20am	Railway Station	No tags
Bus	6:45am	Durban Station (Coach terminus)	11h	5:45pm	Station - Qonce 5601	No tags

Next departures for Durban to King William’s Town on January 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00am	Durban Beach Front	10h 15m	5:15pm	Train station, King Williams Town	Cheapest
Bus	7:30am	Durban bus station, Jelf Taylor Cres	9h 45m	5:15pm	Train station, King Williams Town	Fastest
Bus	7:00am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	13h 30m	8:30pm	Railway Station	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	11h 20m	3:20am	Railway Station	No tags
Bus	6:45am	Durban Station (Coach terminus)	11h	5:45pm	Station - Qonce 5601	No tags

Next departures for Durban to King William’s Town on January 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00am	Durban Beach Front	10h 15m	5:15pm	Train station, King Williams Town	Cheapest
Bus	7:30am	Durban bus station, Jelf Taylor Cres	9h 45m	5:15pm	Train station, King Williams Town	Fastest
Bus	7:00am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	13h 30m	8:30pm	Railway Station	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	11h 20m	3:20am	Railway Station	No tags
Bus	6:45am	Durban Station (Coach terminus)	11h	5:45pm	Station - Qonce 5601	No tags

Next departures for Durban to King William’s Town on January 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00am	Durban Beach Front	10h 15m	5:15pm	Train station, King Williams Town	Cheapest
Bus	7:30am	Durban bus station, Jelf Taylor Cres	9h 45m	5:15pm	Train station, King Williams Town	Fastest
Bus	7:00am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	13h 30m	8:30pm	Railway Station	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	11h 20m	3:20am	Railway Station	No tags
Bus	6:45am	Durban Station (Coach terminus)	11h	5:45pm	Station - Qonce 5601	No tags

Next departures for Durban to King William’s Town on January 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00am	Durban Beach Front	10h 15m	5:15pm	Train station, King Williams Town	Cheapest
Bus	7:30am	Durban bus station, Jelf Taylor Cres	9h 45m	5:15pm	Train station, King Williams Town	Fastest
Bus	7:00am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	13h 30m	8:30pm	Railway Station	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	11h 20m	3:20am	Railway Station	No tags
Bus	6:45am	Durban Station (Coach terminus)	11h	5:45pm	Station - Qonce 5601	No tags

Next departures for Durban to King William’s Town on January 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00am	Durban Beach Front	10h 15m	5:15pm	Train station, King Williams Town	Cheapest
Bus	7:30am	Durban bus station, Jelf Taylor Cres	9h 45m	5:15pm	Train station, King Williams Town	Fastest
Bus	7:00am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	13h 30m	8:30pm	Railway Station	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	11h 20m	3:20am	Railway Station	No tags
Bus	6:45am	Durban Station (Coach terminus)	11h	5:45pm	Station - Qonce 5601	No tags

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Get from Durban to King William’s Town

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

11h 55mAverage Duration

300 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Durban and King William’s Town?

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
Visit page
B
Durban Station
222 Umgeni Rd, Stamford Hill, Durban, 4025, South Africa
C
Durban King Shaka Airport
Visit page
D
Jacobs
6 Bonnington Pl, Mobeni East, Durban, 4060
E
Airport (DBN)
Durban International Airport, 4029, South Africa

Stops in King William’s Town

A
Railway Station
Railway Station, 1 Grey St, Qonce, 5601, South Africa
Visit page
B
King Williams Town Railway Station
King William's Town, 5601, South Africa
Visit page

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545,369 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

According to user feedback, Intercape offers a comfortable and efficient travel experience with friendly drivers and clean buses. Many passengers appreciated the timely arrivals. However, some reviews noted issues such as non-functioning charging points, cold temperatures on board without heating in winter, occasional cockroach sightings, malfunctioning toilets with unpleasant odors, and unreliable Wi-Fi service.

Intercape Mainliner Durban King William’s Town recent customer reviews

The bus broke down,we waited for another bus for almost 4 hours.I am not happy with the Intercape service at all.

Yonela D.

June 19, 2025

It was very smooth I enjoyed the trip but the bus was so cold and why is the wifi not working?💔please I need a response

Lamla G.

May 8, 2025

Good experience. Everything was proper. The bus was clean, toilet was clean. The drivers were friendly and the bus arrived on time.

Buhle L.

April 28, 2025

Intercity Xpress

3/511,825 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.2

Users have shared that the journey was generally pleasant, with punctuality being a positive aspect. The staff were noted for their kindness and respectfulness. However, several users mentioned concerns about late arrivals compared to ticket times and unpleasant conditions in the toilets during travel.

Intercity Xpress Durban King William’s Town recent customer reviews

the journey was good but the issue i always have is arriving later than the time stipulated on the bus ticket. please work on that because transport is always an issue for me when i arrive later than the time stipulated on the ticket

Ntokozo C.

October 26, 2025

They stopped only once from Durban to East London, so it was verry uncomfortable and they didn't stick to their times. For instance in Mdantsane we stopped for an hour.

Lwanda M.

October 5, 2025

Today it wasn't a great ride, the aircon was on and I arrived an hour late to my destination

Suselwa N.

September 25, 2025

APM WC

2/53,018 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi0.5

Big Sky

3.5/53,336 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.5

Based on 3336 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at $37

Big Sky Durban King William’s Town recent customer reviews

The driver Sibonelo and his partner drove perfectly for the first time in history I could sleep , he was driving in perfect speed , took passengers needs into consideration My trip from Durban to King William’s Town on 2025:06:22 was the perfect trip for me

Slindile Z.

June 23, 2025

The bus arrived on time

Veliswa S.

September 15, 2024

ZA bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Durban to King William’s Town 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 King William’s Town?
The cheapest bus tickets from Durban to King William’s Town start from $24. The average price for this route is around $42. 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 King William’s Town?
The average bus trip duration from Durban to King William’s Town is 11h 55m, covering a distance of 300 miles (483 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 45m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Durban to King William’s Town route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, APM WC, Big Sky.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Durban to King William’s Town?
The earliest bus departs from Durban to King William’s Town at 6:15am. And the latest bus departs at 5:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Durban to King William’s Town?
A bus trip from Durban to King William’s Town generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Durban to King William’s Town?
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 45204 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Durban to King William’s Town?
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 has the most timely service from Durban to King William’s Town?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 King William’s Town?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

01/05

$67

01/06

$64

Today

$32

01/08

$44

01/09

$50

01/10

$32

01/11

$32

01/12

$32

The cheapest trip from Durban to King William’s Town was searched and found on Jan 10, 2026 with a price of $32

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

You can expect to pay from $32 to $133 for a bus ticket from Durban to King William’s Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2026-01-10.

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.