What is the cheapest way to get from Durban to Vaal River?

The cheapest way to get from Durban to Vaal River is to bus and taxi which costs R 1 300 - R 2 100 and takes 18h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Durban to Vaal River?

The fastest way to get from Durban to Vaal River is to fly and taxi which takes 6h 46m and costs R 3 700 - R 8 000.

How far is it from Durban to Vaal River?

The distance between Durban and Vaal River is 777 km. The road distance is 909.6 km.

How do I travel from Durban to Vaal River without a car?

The best way to get from Durban to Vaal River without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 18h 47m and costs R 1 300 - R 2 100.

How long does it take to get from Durban to Vaal River?

It takes approximately 6h 46m to get from Durban to Vaal River, including transfers.

Can I drive from Durban to Vaal River?

Yes, the driving distance between Durban to Vaal River is 910 km. It takes approximately 10h 45m to drive from Durban to Vaal River.

Where can I stay near Vaal River?

There are seven+ hotels available in Vaal River.

Durban to Vaal River - 6 ways to travel via plane, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Durban to Vaal River by plane, taxi, bus, or car

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Fly from King Shaka International Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Kimberley (KIM)plane DUR - KIM
2. Take the taxi from Kimberley (KIM) to Vaal Rivertaxi
6h 46m
R 3,751–7,824
Bus, taxi
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Durban Bus Stn to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Park Station to Caltex Oranjerus Garagebus
3. Take the taxi from Caltex Oranjerus Garage to Vaal Rivertaxi
18h 47m
R 1,390–2,050
Drive 909.6 km
1. Drive from Durban to Vaal Rivercar 909.6 km
10h 45m
R 2,053–2,966
Taxi to Richards Bay, fly, taxi
1. Take the taxi from Durban to Richards Bay (RCB)taxi
2. Fly from Richards Bay (RCB) to Kimberley (KIM)plane RCB - KIM
3. Take the taxi from Kimberley (KIM) to Vaal Rivertaxi
9h
R 5,781–8,055
Bus to Pietermaritzburg, fly, taxi
1. Take the bus from Durban Bus Stn to Burger Stbus
2. Fly from Pietermaritzburg (PZB) to Kimberley (KIM)plane PZB - KIM
3. Take the taxi from Kimberley (KIM) to Vaal Rivertaxi
7h 41m
R 4,655–6,460
Bus, taxi via Hopetown (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Durban to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Hopetownbus
3. Take the taxi from Hopetown to Vaal Rivertaxi
20h 49m
R 1,520–2,200

King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Kimberley (KIM) flights

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4h 29mAverage Duration

R 1,112Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Durban to Vaal River.

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Distance: 777.5 km
Duration: 6h 46m

What companies run services between Durban, South Africa and Vaal River, Northern Cape, South Africa?

There is no direct connection from Durban to Vaal River. However, you can take the bus to Durban Airport, walk to King Shaka International Airport (DUR) airport, fly to Kimberley (KIM), then take the taxi to Vaal River. Alternatively, you can take the bus to Johannesburg, take the bus to Caltex Oranjerus Garage, then take the taxi to Vaal River.

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