What is the cheapest way to get from Durban to East London?

The cheapest way to get from Durban to East London is to bus which costs R 1 000 - R 1 900 and takes 13h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Durban to East London?

The fastest way to get from Durban to East London is to fly which takes 2h 51m and costs R 1 300 - R 3 700.

Is there a direct bus between Durban and East London?

No, there is no direct bus from Durban to East London. However, there are services departing from Durban Bus Stn and arriving at East London via Pietermaritzburg, Mthatha and Butterworth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 25m.

How far is it from Durban to East London?

The distance between Durban and East London is 532 km. The road distance is 637.2 km.

How do I travel from Durban to East London without a car?

The best way to get from Durban to East London without a car is to bus which takes 13h 25m and costs R 1 000 - R 1 900.

How long does it take to get from Durban to East London?

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Durban to East London, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durban to East London bus from?

Durban to East London bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, depart from Durban Bus Stn station.

Bus or fly from Durban to East London?

The best way to get from Durban to East London is to fly which takes 2h 51m and costs R 1 300 - R 3 700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 1 000 - R 1 900 and takes 13h 25m.

Where does the Durban to East London bus arrive?

Durban to East London bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, arrive at Burger St station.

Can I drive from Durban to East London?

Yes, the driving distance between Durban to East London is 637 km. It takes approximately 9h 1m to drive from Durban to East London.

Where can I stay near East London?

There are 524+ hotels available in East London.

Durban to East London - 3 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Durban to East London by plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to East London (ELS)plane DUR - ELS
2h 51m
R 1,366–3,704
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Durban Bus Stn to Burger Stbus
2. Take the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Mthathabus
3. Take the bus from Mthatha to Butterworthbus
4. Take the bus from Butterworth to East Londonbus
13h 25m
R 1,000–1,880
Drive 637.2 km
1. Drive from Durban to East Londoncar 637.2 km
9h 1m
R 1,438–2,077

King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to East London (ELS) flights

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1h 15mAverage Duration

R 1,142Cheapest Price

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Distance: 531.5 km
Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between Durban, South Africa and East London, South Africa?

Safair flies from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to East London (ELS) 5 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Durban Bus Stn to East London via Burger St, Pietermaritzburg, Mthatha, and Butterworth in around 13h 25m.

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