How to get from Cape Town to Durban

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What is the best way to travel from Cape Town to Durban?

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Bus is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
0h 20m
£32
£42
28
Flight
2h 0m
£47
£106
106

What is the cheapest way to reach Durban from Cape Town?

You can reach Durban with just £32 by taking a Bus from Intercape, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Friday
from £46
Saturday
from £40
Sunday
from £33
Monday
from £36
Tuesday
from £32
Wednesday
from £35
Thursday
from £35

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • Intercape
    2h 0m
    0
    17:30
    Cape Town
    Darling Bus Stop
    19:30
    Durban
    Eldo Coach Office
    0
    Intercape
    First Class
    £46
  • Intercape
    0h 20m
    0
    11:00
    Cape Town
    Darling Bus Stop
    11:20
    Durban
    Eldo Coach Office
    0
    Intercape
    First Class
    £49
  • Intercity Xpress
    2h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Cape Town
    Darling Bus Stop
    20:00
    Durban
    Eldo Coach Office
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    First Class
    £49
  • Big Sky Intercity
    24h 50m
    0
    18:30
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    19:20
    Durban
    O.R Tambo Parade
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £64
  • Big Sky Intercity
    24h 20m
    0
    18:30
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    18:50
    Durban
    Bus Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £64
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Safair
    2h 5m
    0
    06:00
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    08:05
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £96
  • CemAir
    2h 0m
    0
    06:10
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    08:10
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    CemAir
    Economy
    from £108
  • Skyscanner
    18h 5m
    0
    13:00
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    07:05
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £152
  • TransAsia Airways
    24h 5m
    0
    07:00
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    07:05
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    TransAsia Airways
    Economy
    from £160
  • South African Airways
    12h 15m
    0
    20:25
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    08:40
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    South African Airways
    Economy
    from £161

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Intercity Xpress
    2h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Cape Town
    Darling Bus Stop
    20:00
    Durban
    Eldo Coach Office
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    First Class
    £40
  • Intercape
    0h 20m
    0
    11:00
    Cape Town
    Darling Bus Stop
    11:20
    Durban
    Eldo Coach Office
    0
    Intercape
    First Class
    £41
  • Intercape
    28h 25m
    0
    17:30
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    21:55
    Durban
    O.R Tambo Parade
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £42
  • Big Sky Intercity
    28h 55m
    0
    06:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    10:55
    Durban
    O.R Tambo Parade
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £58
  • Big Sky Intercity
    28h 25m
    0
    06:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    10:25
    Durban
    Bus Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £58
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Skyscanner
    2h 5m
    0
    07:10
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    09:15
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £83
  • Safair
    4h 25m
    0
    16:40
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    21:05
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £114
  • TransAsia Airways
    2h 5m
    0
    07:10
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    09:15
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    TransAsia Airways
    Economy
    from £125
  • CemAir
    2h 0m
    0
    15:25
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    17:25
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    CemAir
    Economy
    from £134
  • South African Airways
    12h 15m
    0
    20:25
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    08:40
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    South African Airways
    Economy
    from £147

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • Intercape
    24h 50m
    0
    18:30
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    19:20
    Durban
    O.R Tambo Parade
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £33
  • Intercape
    24h 20m
    0
    18:30
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    18:50
    Durban
    Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £33
  • Big Sky Intercity
    28h 55m
    0
    06:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    10:55
    Durban
    O.R Tambo Parade
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £36
  • Big Sky Intercity
    28h 25m
    0
    06:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    10:25
    Durban
    Bus Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £36
  • Intercity Xpress
    2h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Cape Town
    Darling Bus Stop
    20:00
    Durban
    Eldo Coach Office
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    First Class
    £40
  • Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Safair
    2h 5m
    0
    19:40
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    21:45
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £71
  • Skyscanner
    2h 5m
    0
    15:00
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    17:05
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £105
  • TransAsia Airways
    2h 5m
    0
    08:45
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    10:50
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    TransAsia Airways
    Economy
    from £137
  • South African Airways
    26h 5m
    0
    20:25
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    22:30
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    South African Airways
    Economy
    from £138
  • CemAir
    2h 0m
    0
    17:00
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    19:00
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    CemAir
    Economy
    from £144

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Intercape
    25h 10m
    0
    17:30
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    18:40
    Durban
    O.R Tambo Parade
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £36
  • Intercape
    24h 50m
    0
    17:30
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    18:20
    Durban
    Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £36
  • Intercity Xpress
    2h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Cape Town
    Darling Bus Stop
    20:00
    Durban
    Eldo Coach Office
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    First Class
    £40
  • Big Sky Intercity
    28h 55m
    0
    06:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    10:55
    Durban
    O.R Tambo Parade
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £44
  • Big Sky Intercity
    24h 50m
    0
    18:30
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    19:20
    Durban
    O.R Tambo Parade
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £44
  • Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Safair
    2h 5m
    0
    19:40
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    21:45
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £67
  • Skyscanner
    2h 5m
    0
    19:40
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    21:45
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £71
  • CemAir
    2h 0m
    0
    17:00
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    19:00
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    CemAir
    Economy
    from £106
  • TransAsia Airways
    2h 5m
    0
    15:00
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    17:05
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    TransAsia Airways
    Economy
    from £133
  • South African Airlink
    15h 55m
    0
    18:25
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    10:20
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    South African Airlink
    Economy
    from £141

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • Intercape
    28h 55m
    0
    06:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    10:55
    Durban
    O.R Tambo Parade
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £32
  • Intercape
    28h 25m
    0
    06:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    10:25
    Durban
    Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £32
  • Big Sky Intercity
    28h 55m
    0
    06:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    10:55
    Durban
    O.R Tambo Parade
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £34
  • Big Sky Intercity
    28h 25m
    0
    06:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    10:25
    Durban
    Bus Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £34
  • Intercity Xpress
    2h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Cape Town
    Darling Bus Stop
    20:00
    Durban
    Eldo Coach Office
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    First Class
    £47
  • Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Safair
    2h 5m
    0
    17:30
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    19:35
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £47
  • Skyscanner
    2h 5m
    0
    07:10
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    09:15
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £54
  • CemAir
    2h 0m
    0
    17:00
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    19:00
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    CemAir
    Economy
    from £66
  • TransAsia Airways
    2h 5m
    0
    07:10
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    09:15
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    TransAsia Airways
    Economy
    from £85
  • South African Airlink
    4h 30m
    0
    15:20
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    19:50
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    South African Airlink
    Economy
    from £126

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Intercape
    28h 55m
    0
    06:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    10:55
    Durban
    O.R Tambo Parade
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £35
  • Intercape
    24h 40m
    0
    11:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    11:40
    Durban
    O.R Tambo Parade
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £35
  • Big Sky Intercity
    28h 55m
    0
    06:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    10:55
    Durban
    O.R Tambo Parade
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £37
  • Big Sky Intercity
    28h 25m
    0
    06:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    10:25
    Durban
    Bus Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £37
  • Intercity Xpress
    2h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Cape Town
    Darling Bus Stop
    20:00
    Durban
    Eldo Coach Office
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    First Class
    £48
  • Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Safair
    2h 5m
    0
    19:40
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    21:45
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £47
  • Skyscanner
    2h 5m
    0
    07:10
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    09:15
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £58
  • CemAir
    2h 0m
    0
    17:00
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    19:00
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    CemAir
    Economy
    from £72
  • TransAsia Airways
    2h 5m
    0
    07:10
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    09:15
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    TransAsia Airways
    Economy
    from £91
  • South African Airways
    12h 15m
    0
    20:25
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    08:40
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    South African Airways
    Economy
    from £122

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • Intercape
    25h 10m
    0
    17:30
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    18:40
    Durban
    O.R Tambo Parade
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £35
  • Intercape
    24h 50m
    0
    17:30
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    18:20
    Durban
    Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £35
  • Big Sky Intercity
    28h 55m
    0
    06:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    10:55
    Durban
    O.R Tambo Parade
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £38
  • Big Sky Intercity
    28h 25m
    0
    06:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    10:25
    Durban
    Bus Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £38
  • Intercity Xpress
    2h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Cape Town
    Darling Bus Stop
    20:00
    Durban
    Eldo Coach Office
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    First Class
    £47
  • Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Skyscanner
    2h 5m
    0
    07:10
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    09:15
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £66
  • Safair
    6h 25m
    0
    07:20
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    13:45
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £89
  • CemAir
    2h 0m
    0
    06:10
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    08:10
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    CemAir
    Economy
    from £108
  • TransAsia Airways
    2h 5m
    0
    15:00
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    17:05
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    TransAsia Airways
    Economy
    from £121
  • South African Airlink
    16h 25m
    0
    17:10
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    09:35
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    South African Airlink
    Economy
    from £148

What are the fastest trips from Cape Town to Durban?

You can get to Durban from Cape Town in just 0h 20m with a Bus from Intercape. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Friday
from 0h 20m
Saturday
from 0h 20m
Sunday
from 2h 0m
Monday
from 2h 0m
Tuesday
from 2h 0m
Wednesday
from 2h 0m
Thursday
from 2h 0m

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • Intercape
    0h 20m
    0
    11:00
    Cape Town
    Darling Bus Stop
    11:20
    Durban
    Eldo Coach Office
    0
    Intercape
    First Class
    £49
  • Intercape
    2h 0m
    0
    17:30
    Cape Town
    Darling Bus Stop
    19:30
    Durban
    Eldo Coach Office
    0
    Intercape
    First Class
    £46
  • Intercity Xpress
    2h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Cape Town
    Darling Bus Stop
    20:00
    Durban
    Eldo Coach Office
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    First Class
    £49
  • Big Sky Intercity
    24h 20m
    0
    18:30
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    18:50
    Durban
    Bus Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £64
  • Big Sky Intercity
    24h 50m
    0
    18:30
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    19:20
    Durban
    O.R Tambo Parade
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £64
  • Fastest Flights Friday

  • CemAir
    2h 0m
    0
    06:10
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    08:10
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    CemAir
    Economy
    from £108
  • Safair
    2h 5m
    0
    06:00
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    08:05
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £96
  • South African Airways
    12h 15m
    0
    20:25
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    08:40
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    South African Airways
    Economy
    from £161
  • Skyscanner
    18h 5m
    0
    13:00
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    07:05
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £152
  • TransAsia Airways
    24h 5m
    0
    07:00
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    07:05
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    TransAsia Airways
    Economy
    from £160

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Intercape
    0h 20m
    0
    11:00
    Cape Town
    Darling Bus Stop
    11:20
    Durban
    Eldo Coach Office
    0
    Intercape
    First Class
    £41
  • Intercity Xpress
    2h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Cape Town
    Darling Bus Stop
    20:00
    Durban
    Eldo Coach Office
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    First Class
    £40
  • Intercape
    28h 25m
    0
    17:30
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    21:55
    Durban
    O.R Tambo Parade
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £42
  • Big Sky Intercity
    28h 25m
    0
    06:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    10:25
    Durban
    Bus Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £58
  • Big Sky Intercity
    28h 55m
    0
    06:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    10:55
    Durban
    O.R Tambo Parade
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £58
  • Fastest Flights Saturday

  • CemAir
    2h 0m
    0
    15:25
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    17:25
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    CemAir
    Economy
    from £134
  • Skyscanner
    2h 5m
    0
    07:10
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    09:15
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £83
  • TransAsia Airways
    2h 5m
    0
    07:10
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    09:15
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    TransAsia Airways
    Economy
    from £125
  • Safair
    4h 25m
    0
    16:40
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    21:05
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £114
  • South African Airways
    12h 15m
    0
    20:25
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    08:40
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    South African Airways
    Economy
    from £147

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • Intercity Xpress
    2h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Cape Town
    Darling Bus Stop
    20:00
    Durban
    Eldo Coach Office
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    First Class
    £40
  • Intercape
    24h 20m
    0
    18:30
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    18:50
    Durban
    Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £33
  • Intercape
    24h 50m
    0
    18:30
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    19:20
    Durban
    O.R Tambo Parade
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £33
  • Big Sky Intercity
    28h 25m
    0
    06:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    10:25
    Durban
    Bus Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £36
  • Big Sky Intercity
    28h 55m
    0
    06:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    10:55
    Durban
    O.R Tambo Parade
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £36
  • Fastest Flights Sunday

  • CemAir
    2h 0m
    0
    17:00
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    19:00
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    CemAir
    Economy
    from £144
  • Safair
    2h 5m
    0
    19:40
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    21:45
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £71
  • Skyscanner
    2h 5m
    0
    15:00
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    17:05
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £105
  • TransAsia Airways
    2h 5m
    0
    08:45
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    10:50
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    TransAsia Airways
    Economy
    from £137
  • South African Airways
    26h 5m
    0
    20:25
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    22:30
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    South African Airways
    Economy
    from £138

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • Intercity Xpress
    2h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Cape Town
    Darling Bus Stop
    20:00
    Durban
    Eldo Coach Office
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    First Class
    £40
  • Intercape
    24h 50m
    0
    17:30
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    18:20
    Durban
    Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £36
  • Big Sky Intercity
    24h 50m
    0
    18:30
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    19:20
    Durban
    O.R Tambo Parade
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £44
  • Intercape
    25h 10m
    0
    17:30
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    18:40
    Durban
    O.R Tambo Parade
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £36
  • Big Sky Intercity
    28h 55m
    0
    06:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    10:55
    Durban
    O.R Tambo Parade
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £44
  • Fastest Flights Monday

  • CemAir
    2h 0m
    0
    17:00
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    19:00
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    CemAir
    Economy
    from £106
  • Safair
    2h 5m
    0
    19:40
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    21:45
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £67
  • Skyscanner
    2h 5m
    0
    19:40
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    21:45
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £71
  • TransAsia Airways
    2h 5m
    0
    15:00
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    17:05
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    TransAsia Airways
    Economy
    from £133
  • South African Airlink
    15h 55m
    0
    18:25
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    10:20
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    South African Airlink
    Economy
    from £141

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • Intercity Xpress
    2h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Cape Town
    Darling Bus Stop
    20:00
    Durban
    Eldo Coach Office
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    First Class
    £47
  • Intercape
    28h 25m
    0
    06:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    10:25
    Durban
    Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £32
  • Big Sky Intercity
    28h 25m
    0
    06:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    10:25
    Durban
    Bus Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £34
  • Intercape
    28h 55m
    0
    06:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    10:55
    Durban
    O.R Tambo Parade
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £32
  • Big Sky Intercity
    28h 55m
    0
    06:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    10:55
    Durban
    O.R Tambo Parade
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £34
  • Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • CemAir
    2h 0m
    0
    17:00
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    19:00
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    CemAir
    Economy
    from £66
  • Safair
    2h 5m
    0
    17:30
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    19:35
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £47
  • Skyscanner
    2h 5m
    0
    07:10
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    09:15
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £54
  • TransAsia Airways
    2h 5m
    0
    07:10
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    09:15
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    TransAsia Airways
    Economy
    from £85
  • South African Airlink
    4h 30m
    0
    15:20
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    19:50
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    South African Airlink
    Economy
    from £126

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • Intercity Xpress
    2h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Cape Town
    Darling Bus Stop
    20:00
    Durban
    Eldo Coach Office
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    First Class
    £48
  • Intercape
    24h 40m
    0
    11:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    11:40
    Durban
    O.R Tambo Parade
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £35
  • Big Sky Intercity
    28h 25m
    0
    06:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    10:25
    Durban
    Bus Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £37
  • Intercape
    28h 55m
    0
    06:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    10:55
    Durban
    O.R Tambo Parade
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £35
  • Big Sky Intercity
    28h 55m
    0
    06:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    10:55
    Durban
    O.R Tambo Parade
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £37
  • Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • CemAir
    2h 0m
    0
    17:00
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    19:00
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    CemAir
    Economy
    from £72
  • Safair
    2h 5m
    0
    19:40
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    21:45
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £47
  • Skyscanner
    2h 5m
    0
    07:10
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    09:15
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £58
  • TransAsia Airways
    2h 5m
    0
    07:10
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    09:15
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    TransAsia Airways
    Economy
    from £91
  • South African Airways
    12h 15m
    0
    20:25
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    08:40
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    South African Airways
    Economy
    from £122

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • Intercity Xpress
    2h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Cape Town
    Darling Bus Stop
    20:00
    Durban
    Eldo Coach Office
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    First Class
    £47
  • Intercape
    24h 50m
    0
    17:30
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    18:20
    Durban
    Bus Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £35
  • Intercape
    25h 10m
    0
    17:30
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    18:40
    Durban
    O.R Tambo Parade
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £35
  • Big Sky Intercity
    28h 25m
    0
    06:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    10:25
    Durban
    Bus Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £38
  • Big Sky Intercity
    28h 55m
    0
    06:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    10:55
    Durban
    O.R Tambo Parade
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £38
  • Fastest Flights Thursday

  • CemAir
    2h 0m
    0
    06:10
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    08:10
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    CemAir
    Economy
    from £108
  • Skyscanner
    2h 5m
    0
    07:10
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    09:15
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £66
  • TransAsia Airways
    2h 5m
    0
    15:00
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    17:05
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    TransAsia Airways
    Economy
    from £121
  • Safair
    6h 25m
    0
    07:20
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    13:45
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £89
  • South African Airlink
    16h 25m
    0
    17:10
    Cape Town Airport
    Cape Town Airport
    09:35
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    Durban - King Shaka Airport
    0
    South African Airlink
    Economy
    from £148
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Cape Town to Durban

What are the most popular stations in Cape Town and Durban?

In Cape Town, you will usually depart from Civic Center, Coronation Coach Stop or Darling Bus Stop, while in Durban you will be arriving at Bus Station, Point Yacht Club or ICC, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Durban from Cape Town? With 10 connections between 3 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Cape Town and Durban, you can pay as low as £32 with a Bus from Intercape.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from Intercape: you will get to Durban in just 0h 20m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Cape Town and Durban are Intercape, Big Sky Intercity and Intercity Xpress, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Cape Town and Durban is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Rosebank or to Berea, and look at flights from Cape Town Airport, and landing at Durban - King Shaka Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Cape Town to Durban?

The most popular companies between Cape Town and Durban, are Intercape, Big Sky Intercity and Intercity Xpress. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Intercape, Big Sky Intercity and Intercity Xpress

Airlines: Safair, CemAir, Skyscanner and 3 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Cape Town to Durban

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Cape Town to Durban. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Cape Town to Durban

How can I reach Durban from Cape Town?

Every day, there are on average 10 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Durban from Cape Town.

How far is Durban from Cape Town?

The distance between Cape Town and Durban is 1,272.1 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Cape Town and Durban?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 34 kgs of CO2, a train 45 kgs, a car 216 kgs, and a flight 313 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Cape Town to Durban?

You can get to Durban with just £32 by taking a Bus from Intercape.

What is the fastest way to get from Cape Town to Durban?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Durban in just 0h 20m with a Bus from Intercape.

More routes to Cape Town and to Durban

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Cape Town and to Durban. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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