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

The cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Durban is to bus via Lusaka which costs R 2 700 - R 3 700 and takes 3 days 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Nairobi to Durban is to fly which takes 10h 44m and costs R 5 500 - R 16 000.

Is there a direct bus between Nairobi and Durban?

No, there is no direct bus from Nairobi to Durban. However, there are services departing from Nairobi and arriving at Durban Bus Stn via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, Intercity Bus Terminus and Johannesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 4h.

How far is it from Nairobi to Durban?

The distance between Nairobi and Durban is 3274 km. The road distance is 4281 km.

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

The best way to get from Nairobi to Durban without a car is to bus via Lusaka which takes 3 days 4h and costs R 2 700 - R 3 700.

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

It takes approximately 10h 44m to get from Nairobi to Durban, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nairobi to Durban bus from?

Nairobi to Durban bus services, operated by Marangu Luxury Shuttles, depart from Nairobi station.

Bus or fly from Nairobi to Durban?

The best way to get from Nairobi to Durban is to fly which takes 10h 44m and costs R 5 500 - R 16 000. Alternatively, you can bus via Lusaka, which costs R 2 700 - R 3 700 and takes 3 days 4h.

Where does the Nairobi to Durban bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Nairobi and Durban?

Durban is 1h behind Nairobi. It is currently 2:05 PM in Nairobi and 1:05 PM in Durban.

Can I drive from Nairobi to Durban?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi to Durban is 4281 km. It takes approximately 2 days 11h to drive from Nairobi to Durban.

Where can I stay near Durban?

There are 2231+ hotels available in Durban.

Nairobi to Durban - 8 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Nairobi to Durban by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly Nairobi to King Shaka International Airport
best
1. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)plane NBO - DUR
10h 44m
R 5,753–15,298
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 4h
R 2,779–3,670
Drive 4,281 km
1. Drive from Nairobi to Durbancar 4,281 km
2d 11h
R 11,403–16,471
Fly Nairobi 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
12h
R 5,618–16,478
Fly Nairobi Wilson Airport to Pietermaritzburg, bus
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Pietermaritzburg (PZB)plane WIL - PZB
2. Take the bus from Burger St to Durban Bus Stnbus
13h 26m
R 5,181–13,802
Fly Nairobi Wilson Airport to King Shaka International Airport
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)plane WIL - DUR
19h 40m
R 5,090–12,995
Fly Nairobi 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
17h 23m
R 7,793–21,348
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 14h
R 3,601–4,711

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

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9h 20mAverage Duration

R 5,566Cheapest Price

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Distance: 3,274.5 km
Duration: 10h 44m

What companies run services between Nairobi, Kenya and Durban, South Africa?

Kenya Airways, South African Airways, and four other airlines fly from Nairobi (NBO) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nairobi to Durban Bus Stn via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, Intercity Bus Terminus, Park Station, and Johannesburg in around 3d 4h.

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