What is the cheapest way to get from Durban to Polokwane?

The cheapest way to get from Durban to Polokwane is to bus which costs R 550 - R 1 100 and takes 14h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Durban to Polokwane?

The fastest way to get from Durban to Polokwane is to fly which takes 4h 50m and costs R 3 400 - R 6 500.

Is there a direct bus between Durban and Polokwane?

No, there is no direct bus from Durban to Polokwane. However, there are services departing from Durban Bus Stn and arriving at Polokwane via Johannesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 13m.

How far is it from Durban to Polokwane?

The distance between Durban and Polokwane is 699 km. The road distance is 862.8 km.

How do I travel from Durban to Polokwane without a car?

The best way to get from Durban to Polokwane without a car is to bus which takes 14h 13m and costs R 550 - R 1 100.

How long does it take to get from Durban to Polokwane?

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Durban to Polokwane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durban to Polokwane bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Durban to Polokwane?

The best way to get from Durban to Polokwane is to fly which takes 4h 50m and costs R 3 400 - R 6 500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 550 - R 1 100 and takes 14h 13m.

Where does the Durban to Polokwane bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Durban to Polokwane?

Yes, the driving distance between Durban to Polokwane is 863 km. It takes approximately 9h 26m to drive from Durban to Polokwane.

Where can I stay near Polokwane?

There are 273+ hotels available in Polokwane.

Durban to Polokwane - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Durban to Polokwane by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly from King Shaka International Airport
best
1. Fly from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Gateway International Airport (PTG)plane DUR - PTG
4h 50m
R 3,417–6,366
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Durban Bus Stn to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Polokwanebus
14h 13m
R 580–1,061
Drive 862.8 km
1. Drive from Durban to Polokwanecar 862.8 km
9h 26m
R 1,985–2,867
Bus to Pietermaritzburg, fly
1. Take the bus from Durban Bus Stn to Burger Stbus
2. Fly from Pietermaritzburg (PZB) to Gateway International Airport (PTG)plane PZB - PTG
5h 36m
R 4,080–7,055
Bus via Pretoria
1. Take the bus from Durban to Pretoriabus
2. Take the bus from Pretoria to Polokwanebus
14h 58m
R 580–1,058
Bus via Pretoria #2
1. Take the bus from Durban to Pretoriabus
2. Take the bus from Pretoria to Polokwanebus
16h 15m
R 640–939

King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Gateway International Airport (PTG) flights

21Weekly Planes

4h 6mAverage Duration

R 1,394Cheapest Price

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Distance: 698.7 km
Duration: 4h 50m

What companies run services between Durban, South Africa and Polokwane, South Africa?

Airlink, Global Aviation, and two other airlines fly from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Gateway International Airport (PTG) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Durban Bus Stn to Polokwane via Johannesburg in around 14h 13m.

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