What is the cheapest way to get from Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Durban?

The cheapest way to get from Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Durban is to bus via Lusaka which costs R 2 700 - R 3 700 and takes 3 days 6h.

What is the fastest way to get from Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Durban?

The fastest way to get from Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Durban is to fly which takes 7h 55m and costs R 5 500 - R 7 500.

Is there a direct bus between Nairobi Airport (NBO) and Durban?

No, there is no direct bus from Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Durban. However, there are services departing from JKIA - Passenger Boarding and arriving at Durban Bus Stn via Nairobi, Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, Intercity Bus Terminus and Johannesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 6h.

How far is it from Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Durban?

The distance between Nairobi Airport (NBO) and Durban is 3237 km. The road distance is 4270.9 km.

How do I travel from Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Durban without a car?

The best way to get from Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Durban without a car is to bus via Lusaka which takes 3 days 6h and costs R 2 700 - R 3 700.

How long does it take to get from Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Durban?

It takes approximately 7h 55m to get from Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Durban, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Durban bus from?

Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Durban bus services, operated by Marangu Luxury Shuttles, depart from Nairobi station.

Bus or fly from Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Durban?

The best way to get from Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Durban is to fly which takes 7h 55m and costs R 5 500 - R 7 500. Alternatively, you can bus via Lusaka, which costs R 2 700 - R 3 700 and takes 3 days 6h.

Where does the Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Durban bus arrive?

Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Durban bus services, operated by Marangu Luxury Shuttles, arrive at Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Nairobi Airport (NBO) and Durban?

Durban is 1h behind Nairobi Airport (NBO). It is currently 1:27 AM in Nairobi Airport (NBO) and 12:27 AM in Durban.

Can I drive from Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Durban?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Durban is 4271 km. It takes approximately 2 days 11h to drive from Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Durban.

Where can I stay near Durban?

There are 2215+ hotels available in Durban.

Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Durban - 10 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 10 ways to get from Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Durban by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, bus, taxi, or shuttle

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Fly to King Shaka International Airport
best
1. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)plane NBO - DUR
7h 55m
R 5,497–7,095
Bus via Lusaka
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Intercity Bus Terminusbus
3. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Park Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Durban Bus Stnbus
3d 6h
R 2,704–3,668
Drive 4,270.9 km
1. Drive from Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Durbancar 4,270.9 km
2d 11h
R 9,544–13,786
Fly to Pietermaritzburg, bus
1. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Pietermaritzburg (PZB)plane NBO - PZB
2. Take the bus from Burger St to Durban Bus Stnbus
9h 11m
R 5,843–15,971
Fly to Richards Bay, taxi
1. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Richards Bay (RCB)plane NBO - RCB
2. Take the taxi from Richards Bay (RCB) to Durbantaxi
8h 1m
R 7,110–17,403
Fly to Margate, bus
1. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Margate (MGH)plane NBO - MGH
2. Take the bus from Margate Retirement Village to Durban Stationbus
14h 54m
R 8,015–20,416
Fly to Mthatha Airport, bus
1. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Mthatha Airport (UTT)plane NBO - UTT
2. Take the bus from Mthatha to Durbanbus
14h 24m
R 8,299–21,845
Fly to Johannesburg Airport, fly to King Mswati III International Airport, fly to Durban Airport
1. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Johannesburg International Airport (JNB)plane NBO - JNB
2. Fly from Johannesburg Airport to King Mswati III International Airportplane
3. Fly from King Mswati III International Airport to Durban Airportplane
9h 27m
Fly to Maseru, shuttle to Johannesburg Airport, fly to King Mswati III International Airport, fly to Durban Airport
1. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Maseru (MSU)plane NBO - MSU
2. Take a shuttle bus from Maseru to Johannesburg Airportshuttle
3. Fly from Johannesburg Airport to King Mswati III International Airportplane
4. Fly from King Mswati III International Airport to Durban Airportplane
20h 23m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Dar es Salaambus
2. Take the bus from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburgbus
3. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Durban Bus Stnbus
4d 17h
R 3,601–5,488

Nairobi (NBO) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR) flights

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8h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 3,237.4 km
Duration: 7h 55m

What companies run services between Nairobi Airport (NBO), Kenya and Durban, South Africa?

Kenya Airways, South African Airways, and four other airlines fly from Nairobi (NBO) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from JKIA - Passenger Boarding to Durban Bus Stn via Kencom/Ambassadeur, Nairobi, Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, Intercity Bus Terminus, Park Station, and Johannesburg in around 3d 6h.

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