What is the cheapest way to get from Eastern Cape to Durban?

The cheapest way to get from Eastern Cape to Durban is to bus which costs R 430 - R 900 and takes 13h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Eastern Cape to Durban?

The fastest way to get from Eastern Cape to Durban is to fly which takes 2h 50m and costs R 1 600 - R 3 500.

Is there a direct bus between Eastern Cape and Durban?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Port Elizabeth Station station and arriving at Durban. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 37m.

How far is it from Eastern Cape to Durban?

The distance between Eastern Cape and Durban is 747 km. The road distance is 895.1 km.

How do I travel from Eastern Cape to Durban without a car?

The best way to get from Eastern Cape to Durban without a car is to bus which takes 13h 37m and costs R 430 - R 900.

How long does it take to get from Eastern Cape to Durban?

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Eastern Cape to Durban, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eastern Cape to Durban bus from?

Eastern Cape to Durban bus services, operated by TransLux Express, depart from Port Elizabeth Station.

Bus or fly from Eastern Cape to Durban?

The best way to get from Eastern Cape to Durban is to fly which takes 2h 50m and costs R 1 600 - R 3 500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 430 - R 900 and takes 13h 37m.

Where does the Eastern Cape to Durban bus arrive?

Eastern Cape to Durban bus services, operated by TransLux Express, arrive at Durban station.

Can I drive from Eastern Cape to Durban?

Yes, the driving distance between Eastern Cape to Durban is 895 km. It takes approximately 12h 20m to drive from Eastern Cape to Durban.

How do I get a bus ticket from Eastern Cape to Durban?

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Where can I stay near Durban?

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Eastern Cape to Durban by plane, bus, or car

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Fly Port Elizabeth to King Shaka International Airport
best
1. Fly from Port Elizabeth (PLZ) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)plane PLZ - DUR
2h 50m
R 1,660–3,501
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Elizabeth Station to Durbanbus
13h 37m
R 430–900
Drive 895.1 km
1. Drive from Gqeberha to Durbancar 895.1 km
12h 20m
R 2,030–2,933
Fly East London to King Shaka International Airport
1. Fly from East London (ELS) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)plane ELS - DUR
2h 51m
R 1,372–3,815
Fly Mthatha Airport to King Shaka International Airport
1. Fly from Mthatha Airport (UTT) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)plane UTT - DUR
5h 29m
R 3,689–6,836
Fly Mthatha Airport to Pietermaritzburg, bus
1. Fly from Mthatha Airport (UTT) to Pietermaritzburg (PZB)plane UTT - PZB
2. Take the bus from Burger St to Durban Bus Stnbus
5h 50m
R 4,094–12,566

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR) flights

18Weekly Planes

1h 20mAverage Duration

R 1,425Cheapest Price

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Distance: 746.6 km
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Eastern Cape, South Africa and Durban, South Africa?

Safair and Airlink fly from Port Elizabeth (PLZ) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR) 3 times a day. Alternatively, TransLux Express operates a bus from Port Elizabeth Station to Durban once daily. Tickets cost R 430–700 and the journey takes 13h 37m. InterCape also services this route once daily.

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