How much is the bus ticket from Heidelberg to Durban?

The cheapest bus tickets from Heidelberg to Durban start from $38. The average price for this route is around $66. 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 Heidelberg to Durban?

The average bus trip duration from Heidelberg to Durban is 23h 35m, covering a distance of 282 miles (455 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 40m and is operated by Big Tree .

Which bus companies service the Heidelberg to Durban route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Big Sky , Intercity Xpress , Big Tree .

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

The earliest bus departs from Heidelberg to Durban at 10:50am. And the latest bus departs at 10:25pm.

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

A bus trip from Heidelberg to Durban generates an estimated 11 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 Heidelberg to Durban?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky , with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Heidelberg 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 has the most timely service from Heidelberg to Durban?

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 Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg to Durban from $35 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Heidelberg to Durban on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:25pm	Heidelberg (Cape) - Engen One Stop Eksteen St, Heidelberg - Wc, Heidelberg, 6665	22h 5m	8:30pm	Durban Station (Coach terminus)	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:50am	Heidelberg - Engen Garage, Eksteen Street	23h 35m	10:25am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	10:50am	Heidelberg - Engen Garage, Eksteen Street	23h 35m	10:25am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	10:50am	Heidelberg - Engen Garage, Eksteen Street	1d	10:55am	Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)	No tags
Bus	10:50am	Heidelberg - Engen Garage, Eksteen Street	1d	10:55am	Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)	No tags

Next departures for Heidelberg to Durban on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:25pm	Heidelberg (Cape) - Engen One Stop Eksteen St, Heidelberg - Wc, Heidelberg, 6665	22h 5m	8:30pm	Durban Station (Coach terminus)	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:50am	Heidelberg - Engen Garage, Eksteen Street	23h 35m	10:25am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	10:50am	Heidelberg - Engen Garage, Eksteen Street	23h 35m	10:25am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	10:50am	Heidelberg - Engen Garage, Eksteen Street	23h 35m	10:25am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	10:50am	Heidelberg - Engen Garage, Eksteen Street	1d	10:55am	Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)	No tags

Next departures for Heidelberg to Durban on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:50am	Heidelberg - Engen Garage, Eksteen Street	23h 35m	10:25am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	Cheapest
Bus	10:25pm	Heidelberg (Cape) - Engen One Stop Eksteen St, Heidelberg - Wc, Heidelberg, 6665	22h 5m	8:30pm	Durban Station (Coach terminus)	Fastest
Bus	10:50am	Heidelberg - Engen Garage, Eksteen Street	23h 35m	10:25am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	10:50am	Heidelberg - Engen Garage, Eksteen Street	23h 35m	10:25am	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	10:50am	Heidelberg - Engen Garage, Eksteen Street	1d	10:55am	Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:56 AM SAST.

Get from Heidelberg to Durban

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 23 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

23h 35mAverage Duration

282 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Heidelberg and Durban?

Stops in Heidelberg

A
Heidelberg - Engen Garage, Eksteen Street
Engen Garage, 1 Eksteen St, Heidelberg - Wc, Heidelberg, 6665, South Africa
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Stops in Durban

A
Durban Station
222 Umgeni Rd, Stamford Hill, Durban, 4025, South Africa
B
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
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

3.5/53,100 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

Intercity Xpress

3/511,119 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.1

Intercity Xpress is a long-distance bus company operating in South Africa. The company established itself as an affordable intercity bus operator, offering services between cities all over the country. Their coaches are equipped with standard seats and they have a generous luggage policy of up to 25 kg. Although they make an effort to respect their timetables, travelers report that delays are expected for Intercity Xpress, so it's good to be flexible with your schedule if you're traveling with them. Their cancellation policy is also flexible, as you can cancel your ticket up to 6 hours before travel time and get a refund of 80% of your ticket value.

Big Tree

2.5/5115 reviews

Staff3.4

Timeliness2.3

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi0.5

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Heidelberg, ZA 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 Heidelberg to Durban?
The cheapest bus tickets from Heidelberg to Durban start from $38. The average price for this route is around $66. 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 Heidelberg to Durban?
The average bus trip duration from Heidelberg to Durban is 23h 35m, covering a distance of 282 miles (455 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 40m and is operated by Big Tree.
Which bus companies service the Heidelberg to Durban route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Big Tree.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Heidelberg to Durban?
The earliest bus departs from Heidelberg to Durban at 10:50am. And the latest bus departs at 10:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Heidelberg to Durban?
A bus trip from Heidelberg to Durban generates an estimated 11 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 Heidelberg to Durban?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Heidelberg 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 has the most timely service from Heidelberg to Durban?
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 Heidelberg 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

12/01

$68

12/02

$68

Today

$56

12/04

$68

12/05

$63

12/06

$56

12/07

$56

12/08

$56

The cheapest trip from Heidelberg, ZA to Durban was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $56

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

You can expect to pay from $56 to $104 for a bus ticket from Heidelberg, ZA to Durban based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $56 which is on 2025-12-06.

Usually Big Sky, 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.