How much is the bus ticket from Grahamstown to Durban?

The cheapest bus tickets from Grahamstown to Durban start at R 394. The average price for this route is around R 669. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Grahamstown to Durban?

The average bus journey time from Grahamstown to Durban is 13h 30m, covering a distance of 574 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 12h 45m and is operated by Big Sky .

Which bus companies service the Grahamstown to Durban route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , APM WC , Intercity Xpress , Big Sky .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Grahamstown to Durban?

The earliest bus departs from Grahamstown to Durban at 06:05. And the latest bus departs at 21:40.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Grahamstown to Durban?

A bus trip from Grahamstown to Durban produces an estimated 14 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 Grahamstown to Durban?

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 45773 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Grahamstown to Durban?

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 Grahamstown to Durban?

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 Grahamstown to Durban?

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.

Bus Grahamstown to Durban from R 389 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

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Next departures from Grahamstown to Durban on 20 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:05	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	13h 20m	19:25	Durban bus station, Jelf Taylor Cres	Cheapest
Bus	21:40	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	12h 45m	10:25	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	Fastest
Bus	19:50	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	12h 55m	08:45	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	21:40	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	12h 45m	10:25	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	07:00	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	13h 30m	20:30	Durban Station (Coach terminus)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:16 AM SAST.

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Get from Grahamstown to Durban

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 13 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 394, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

13h 30mAverage duration

574 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Grahamstown and Durban?

Stops in Grahamstown

A
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street, Grahamstown, Makhanda, 6139, South Africa
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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
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B
Durban Station
222 Umgeni Rd, Stamford Hill, Durban, 4025, South Africa
C
Durban King Shaka Airport
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D
Jacobs
6 Bonnington Pl, Mobeni East, Durban, 4060
E
Airport (DBN)
Durban International Airport, 4029, South Africa

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545 776 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Customers generally express satisfaction with the comfort and service provided by Intercape, highlighting friendly staff and timely arrivals. However, there are recurring mentions of issues such as unclean toilets and sticky seats that could affect the travel experience for some passengers. Despite these concerns, many users appreciate the overall quality of their journeys.

Intercape Mainliner Grahamstown Durban recent customer reviews

I loved that I was atleast 15 minutes earlier But after a person complained to intercape that the drivers are not making stops for them to refresh etc….the driver then took his anger out of everyone…after East London stop we only stopped in kokstad we didn’t stop at Mthatha and even worse East London stop toilets were closed and we didn’t buy food. We were hungry and had full bladders…yes there’s toilet in the bus but it had started smelling and infections is a real thing… We did try stop the passenger the second who provoked the driver but we all didn’t deserve such…no matter please can the drivers be considerate and keep their cool,not threaten us always stay professional…and we will try to always co operate cause w did but we can’t hold a big man’s mouth to shut up as well…I’ve been taking intercape and big sky only had a problem with big sky where it broke down and delayed…but other than that 2 years going all over the province,intercape has been the best but what I experienced yesterday into this morning haiii very bad I was disappointed

Maria Q.

15 December 2025

As if you care, bus arrived 4 hours later and travelled 16 hours. We had to jump off when its steep because it could not climb steepy road. It was a disaster 🚮🚮🚮

Mantombi M.

13 June 2025

Bus broke down , we had to wait for 3hrs for backup bus with no toilets (budgetliner) and furthermore, no compensation! The service is mostly poor and this is not the first time!!!

Wandile M.

13 June 2025

APM WC

2/53 119 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.8

WiFi0.5

Intercity Xpress

3/512 045 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.2

Users have noted that the bus provided charging ports as promised and offered sufficient stops for stretching and restocking, which they appreciated. However, there was a desire expressed for internet availability on board. Additionally, some users reported challenges with ticket rescheduling policies when missing their scheduled buses.

Intercity Xpress Grahamstown Durban recent customer reviews

I booked a ticket and miss bus but they refused to reshedule my ticket and mya money was gone

Zubenathi D.

12 November 2025

The charging ports were there as promised, the stops were sufficient to get time to stretch and restock. I do wish that there had been internet on the bus.

Lethu M.

17 July 2025

It was the worst experience. The toilet was smelling and the driver was very rude and we only had two stops for a break which is so not enough for a thirteen hour journey.

Wallata Salem M.

30 March 2025

Big Sky

3.5/53 438 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

Based on 3438 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at R 574

Big Sky Grahamstown Durban recent customer reviews

The bus arrived late and it was suppose to reach Durban by 10:25 but it reached Durban between 13:00 - 13:30

Sandile D.

7 September 2025

The bus came late,2 hours after the departing time. Toilet was leaking urine and toilet tissues was just floating on the passage. Never again will I use BIG SKY

Nomvelo Z.

28 March 2024

Nothing and the person who was handing the bags out is rude

Amahle D.

18 June 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Grahamstown to Durban 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 Grahamstown to Durban?
The cheapest bus tickets from Grahamstown to Durban start at R 394. The average price for this route is around R 669. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Grahamstown to Durban?
The average bus journey time from Grahamstown to Durban is 13h 30m, covering a distance of 574 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 12h 45m and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Grahamstown to Durban route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Grahamstown to Durban?
The earliest bus departs from Grahamstown to Durban at 06:05. And the latest bus departs at 21:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Grahamstown to Durban?
A bus trip from Grahamstown to Durban produces an estimated 14 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 Grahamstown to Durban?
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 45773 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Grahamstown to Durban?
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 Grahamstown to Durban?
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 Grahamstown to Durban?
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.

Best price found

17/02

R 389

18/02

R 390

Today

R 458

20/02

R 458

21/02

R 434

22/02

R 433

23/02

R 465

24/02

R 434

The cheapest trip from Grahamstown to Durban was searched and found on 17 Feb 2026 with a price of R 389

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

You can expect to pay from R 389 to R 802 for a bus ticket from Grahamstown to Durban based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 433, which is on 2026-02-22.

Usually Big Sky, Intercape, Intercity Xpress 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.