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

The cheapest way to get from Soweto to Durban is to bus which costs R 290 - R 750 and takes 8h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Soweto to Durban is to taxi and fly which takes 3h 9m and costs R 1 600 - R 3 600.

Is there a direct bus between Soweto and Durban?

No, there is no direct bus from Soweto to Durban. However, there are services departing from Johannesburg and arriving at Durban Bus Stn via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 48m.

How far is it from Soweto to Durban?

The distance between Soweto and Durban is 557 km. The road distance is 582.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Soweto to Durban without a car is to bus which takes 8h 48m and costs R 290 - R 750.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Soweto to Durban, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Soweto to Durban bus from?

Soweto to Durban bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, depart from Johannesburg station.

Where does the Soweto to Durban bus arrive?

Soweto to Durban bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, arrive at Durban Bus Stn station.

Can I drive from Soweto to Durban?

Yes, the driving distance between Soweto to Durban is 582 km. It takes approximately 6h 26m to drive from Soweto to Durban.

Where can I stay near Durban?

There are 2190+ hotels available in Durban.

Soweto to Durban - 7 ways to travel via taxi, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Soweto to Durban by taxi, plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Taxi to Johannesburg International Airport, fly to King Shaka International Airport
best
1. Take the taxi from Soweto to Johannesburg-Airport-JNBtaxi
2. Fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)plane JNB - DUR
3h 9m
R 1,656–3,523
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Durban Bus Stnbus
8h 48m
R 291–712
Drive 582.3 km
1. Drive from Soweto to Durbancar 582.3 km
6h 26m
R 1,316–1,901
Taxi to Lanseria International Airport, fly to King Shaka International Airport
1. Take the taxi from Soweto to Lanseria-Airport-HLAtaxi
2. Fly from Lanseria International Airport (HLA) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)plane HLA - DUR
3h 21m
R 1,697–4,413
Taxi to Johannesburg International Airport, fly to Pietermaritzburg, bus
1. Take the taxi from Soweto to Johannesburg-Airport-JNBtaxi
2. Fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Pietermaritzburg (PZB)plane JNB - PZB
3. Take the bus from Burger St to Durban Bus Stnbus
4h
R 2,561–4,053
Taxi to Johannesburg International Airport, fly to Richards Bay, taxi
1. Take the taxi from Soweto to Johannesburg-Airport-JNBtaxi
2. Fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Richards Bay (RCB)plane JNB - RCB
3. Take the taxi from Richards Bay (RCB) to Durbantaxi
3h 35m
R 3,556–5,793
Bus via Lakeview (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Durbanbus
11h 13m
R 387–725

Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR) flights

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Distance: 557.1 km
Duration: 3h 9m

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

Eagle Liner operates a bus from Johannesburg to Durban Bus Stn hourly. Tickets cost R 320–600 and the journey takes 7h 30m. Two other operators also service this route.

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