How much is the bus ticket from Cradock to Durban?

The cheapest bus tickets from Cradock to Durban start from $36. The average price for this route is around $41. 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 Cradock to Durban?

The average bus trip duration from Cradock to Durban is 13h 25m, covering a distance of 358 miles (577 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 25m and is operated by Big Sky .

Which bus companies service the Cradock to Durban route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Cradock to Durban at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 5:25am.

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

A bus trip from Cradock to Durban generates an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Cradock to Durban from $34 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cradock to Durban on March 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:25am	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	13h 25m	6:50pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	Cheapest
Bus	5:25am	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	13h 25m	6:50pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	Fastest
Bus	5:25am	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	13h 25m	6:50pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	5:25am	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	13h 55m	7:20pm	Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)	No tags
Bus	5:25am	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	13h 55m	7:20pm	Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)	No tags

Next departures for Cradock to Durban on March 31
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:25am	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	13h 25m	6:50pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	Cheapest
Bus	5:25am	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	13h 25m	6:50pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	Fastest
Bus	5:25am	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	13h 25m	6:50pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	5:25am	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	13h 55m	7:20pm	Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)	No tags
Bus	5:25am	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	13h 55m	7:20pm	Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)	No tags

Next departures for Cradock to Durban on April 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:25am	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	13h 25m	6:50pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	Cheapest
Bus	5:25am	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	13h 25m	6:50pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	Fastest
Bus	5:25am	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	13h 25m	6:50pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	5:25am	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	13h 55m	7:20pm	Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)	No tags
Bus	5:25am	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	13h 55m	7:20pm	Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 11:49 AM SAST.

Get from Cradock to Durban

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 13 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

13h 25mAverage Duration

358 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Cradock and Durban?

Stops in Cradock

A
Cradock - Total Garage, Voortrekker Street (Struwig Motors)
Total Garage, Voortrekker Street (Struwig Motors), Cradock, 5880, South Africa
Visit page

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

Compare bus companies

Big Sky

3.5/53,439 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

Based on 3439 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 $36

Big Sky Cradock Durban recent customer reviews

We experienced two breakdowns between Cradock and Ngcobo. We were transferred to an Intercape bus at Umtata. The most inconvenience is the arrival time at Durban station, which was very late instead of scheduled one.

Gift B.

December 5, 2025

Very peaceful ✌️

Tyra Uchechi O.

June 22, 2025

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cradock to Durban 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 Cradock to Durban?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cradock to Durban start from $36. The average price for this route is around $41. 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 Cradock to Durban?
The average bus trip duration from Cradock to Durban is 13h 25m, covering a distance of 358 miles (577 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 25m and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Cradock to Durban route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cradock to Durban?
The earliest bus departs from Cradock to Durban at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 5:25am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cradock to Durban?
A bus trip from Cradock to Durban generates an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

03/28

$81

03/29

$48

Today

$59

03/31

$60

04/01

$59

04/02

$65

04/03

$60

04/04

$36

The cheapest trip from Cradock to Durban was searched and found on Apr 4, 2026 with a price of $36

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

You can expect to pay from $36 to $100 for a bus ticket from Cradock to Durban based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2026-04-04.