What is the cheapest way to get from Durban Central to Johannesburg?

The cheapest way to get from Durban Central to Johannesburg is to bus which costs R 280 - R 750 and takes 8h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Durban Central to Johannesburg?

The fastest way to get from Durban Central to Johannesburg is to drive and fly which takes 3h 16m and costs R 2 400 - R 4 300.

Is there a direct bus between Durban Central and Johannesburg?

No, there is no direct bus from Durban Central to Johannesburg. However, there are services departing from Victoria Market and arriving at Johannesburg via Durban Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 46m.

How far is it from Durban Central to Johannesburg?

The distance between Durban Central and Johannesburg is 681 km. The road distance is 563.2 km.

How do I travel from Durban Central to Johannesburg without a car?

The best way to get from Durban Central to Johannesburg without a car is to bus which takes 8h 46m and costs R 280 - R 750.

How long does it take to get from Durban Central to Johannesburg?

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Durban Central to Johannesburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durban Central to Johannesburg bus from?

Durban Central to Johannesburg bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, depart from Durban Bus Stn station.

Bus or fly from Durban Central to Johannesburg?

The best way to get from Durban Central to Johannesburg is to bus which takes 8h 46m and costs R 280 - R 750. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs R 1 300 - R 3 200 and takes 3h 52m.

Where does the Durban Central to Johannesburg bus arrive?

Durban Central to Johannesburg bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, arrive at Johannesburg station.

Can I drive from Durban Central to Johannesburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Durban Central to Johannesburg is 563 km. It takes approximately 6h 20m to drive from Durban Central to Johannesburg.

Where can I stay near Johannesburg?

There are 5011+ hotels available in Johannesburg.

Durban Central to Johannesburg - 9 ways to travel via train, car, plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Durban Central to Johannesburg by car, plane, bus (Greyhound), bus, or train

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Drive to Richards Bay, fly to Johannesburg International Airport
best
1. Drive from Durban Central to Richards Bay (RCB)car
2. Fly from Richards Bay (RCB) to Johannesburg International Airport (JNB)plane RCB - JNB
3h 16m
R 2,452–4,231
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Durban Bus Stn to Johannesburgbus
8h 46m
R 286–706
Drive 563.2 km
1. Drive from Durban Central to Johannesburgcar 563.2 km
6h 20m
R 1,251–1,807
Fly King Shaka International Airport to Johannesburg International Airport
1. Fly from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Johannesburg International Airport (JNB)plane DUR - JNB
3h 52m
R 1,306–3,186
Bus to Pietermaritzburg, fly to Johannesburg International Airport
1. Take the bus from Durban Bus Stn to Burger Stbus
2. Fly from Pietermaritzburg (PZB) to Johannesburg International Airport (JNB)plane PZB - JNB
4h 25m
R 2,261–3,716
Fly King Shaka International Airport to Lanseria International Airport, train
1. Fly from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Lanseria International Airport (HLA)plane DUR - HLA
2. Take the train from Pretoria to Parktrain
5h 59m
R 1,903–4,061
Bus via Pietermaritzburg
1. Take the bus from Durban Bus Stn to Burger Stbus
2. Take the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburgbus
8h 58m
R 361–916
Bus via Durban (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Durban to Johannesburgbus
9h 30m
R 376–706
Drive via Germiston 556.5 km
1. Drive from Durban Central to Germistoncar 556.5 km
6h 39m
R 1,292–1,846

Richards Bay (RCB) to Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) flights

13Weekly Planes

1h 10mAverage Duration

R 1,601Cheapest Price

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Distance: 681.1 km
Duration: 3h 16m

What companies run services between Durban Central, South Africa and Johannesburg, South Africa?

Eagle Liner operates a bus from Durban Bus Stn to Johannesburg hourly. Tickets cost R 320–600 and the journey takes 8h 10m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Safair, Global Aviation, and five other airlines fly from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) hourly.

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