What is the travel distance from Durban to Maputo?

Durban and Maputo are 460 km (285 miles) apart.

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Durban to Maputo?

Buses departing from Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o. R Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel) in Durban will take you to Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c in Maputo.

Bus Durban to Maputo from $32 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Durban to Maputo on November 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:00am	Pavallian Hotel	22h	5:00am	Avenida Zedequias Manganhela, Maputo	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Durban to Maputo on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	9h 55m	4:55pm	Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c	Cheapest
Bus	7:00am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	9h 55m	4:55pm	Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c	Fastest
Bus	7:00am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	9h 55m	4:55pm	Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c	No tags

Next departures for Durban to Maputo on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	9h 55m	4:55pm	Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c	Cheapest
Bus	7:00am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	9h 55m	4:55pm	Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c	Fastest
Bus	7:00am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	9h 55m	4:55pm	Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:10 PM SAST.

Get from Durban to Maputo

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

9h 55mAverage Duration

457 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/543,839 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Luciano Luxury Coaches

2.5/571 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi0.8

Based on 71 reviews, the company was rated 2.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Luciano Luxury Coaches ticket prices on this trip start at $46

LUCIANO LUXURY COACHES Durban Maputo recent customer reviews

Very comfortable driver and assistants were very friendly and welcoming

Nokukhanya M.

December 31, 2023

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Where are the popular stops in Durban and Maputo?

Stops in Durban

A - Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)

B - Durban Station

C - Durban King Shaka Airport

D - Jacobs

E - Airport (DBN)

Stops in Maputo

A - Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c

B - Tropical Air Tours

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Durban to Maputo by bus

What is the travel distance from Durban to Maputo?
Durban and Maputo are 460 km (285 miles) apart.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Durban to Maputo?
Buses departing from Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o. R Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel) in Durban will take you to Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c in Maputo.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11-16

$43

11-17

$31

Today

$33

11-19

$80

11-20

$32

11-21

$33

11-22

$32

11-23

$43

The cheapest trip from Durban to Maputo was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $31

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

You can expect to pay from $31 to $80 for a bus ticket from Durban to Maputo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2025-11-22.