What is the cheapest way to get from Durban to Cradle of Humankind?

The cheapest way to get from Durban to Cradle of Humankind is to bus which costs R 900 - R 1 600 and takes 9h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Durban to Cradle of Humankind?

The fastest way to get from Durban to Cradle of Humankind is to fly which takes 3h 15m and costs R 1 500 - R 4 300.

Is there a direct bus between Durban and Cradle of Humankind?

No, there is no direct bus from Durban to Cradle of Humankind. However, there are services departing from Durban Bus Stn and arriving at Beacon Rd &Goudvis Ave via Park Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 22m.

How far is it from Durban to Cradle of Humankind?

The distance between Durban and Cradle of Humankind is 585 km. The road distance is 616.6 km.

How do I travel from Durban to Cradle of Humankind without a car?

The best way to get from Durban to Cradle of Humankind without a car is to bus which takes 9h 22m and costs R 900 - R 1 600.

How long does it take to get from Durban to Cradle of Humankind?

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Durban to Cradle of Humankind, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durban to Cradle of Humankind bus from?

Durban to Cradle of Humankind bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, depart from Durban Bus Stn station.

Bus or fly from Durban to Cradle of Humankind?

The best way to get from Durban to Cradle of Humankind is to fly which takes 3h 15m and costs R 1 500 - R 4 300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 900 - R 1 600 and takes 9h 22m.

Where does the Durban to Cradle of Humankind bus arrive?

Durban to Cradle of Humankind bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, arrive at Johannesburg station.

Can I drive from Durban to Cradle of Humankind?

Yes, the driving distance between Durban to Cradle of Humankind is 617 km. It takes approximately 7h 12m to drive from Durban to Cradle of Humankind.

Where can I stay near Cradle of Humankind?

There are 839+ hotels available in Cradle of Humankind.

Durban to Cradle of Humankind - 7 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 7 ways to get from Durban to Cradle of Humankind by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, taxi, or bus

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Fly King Shaka International Airport to Lanseria International Airport
best
1. Fly from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Lanseria International Airport (HLA)plane DUR - HLA
3h 15m
R 1,551–4,274
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Durban Bus Stn to Johannesburgbus
9h 22m
R 946–1,520
Drive 616.6 km
1. Drive from Durban to Cradle of Humankindcar 616.6 km
7h 12m
R 1,399–2,021
Fly King Shaka International Airport to Johannesburg International Airport, taxi
1. Fly from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Johannesburg International Airport (JNB)plane DUR - JNB
2. Take the taxi from Johannesburg-Airport-JNB to Cradle of Humankindtaxi
3h 38m
R 2,101–4,224
Bus to Pietermaritzburg, fly to Johannesburg International Airport, taxi
1. Take the bus from Durban Bus Stn to Burger Stbus
2. Fly from Pietermaritzburg (PZB) to Johannesburg International Airport (JNB)plane PZB - JNB
3. Take the taxi from Johannesburg-Airport-JNB to Cradle of Humankindtaxi
4h 29m
R 3,005–4,660
Taxi to Richards Bay, fly to Johannesburg International Airport, taxi
1. Take the taxi from Durban to Richards Bay (RCB)taxi
2. Fly from Richards Bay (RCB) to Johannesburg International Airport (JNB)plane RCB - JNB
3. Take the taxi from Johannesburg-Airport-JNB to Cradle of Humankindtaxi
4h 3m
R 4,031–6,355
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Durban to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the taxi from Beyers Naude & Princess Street to Cradle of Humankindtaxi
9h 52m
R 1,036–1,520

King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Lanseria International Airport (HLA) flights

25Weekly Planes

1h 15mAverage Duration

R 773Cheapest Price

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Distance: 584.7 km
Duration: 3h 15m

What companies run services between Durban, South Africa and Cradle of Humankind, South Africa?

Safair flies from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Lanseria International Airport (HLA) 4 times a day. Alternatively, 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.

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