Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Durban Beach Front | Shell Garage, 14 Hope St. | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Durban bus station, Jelf Taylor Cres | Shell Garage, 14 Hope St. | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station) | Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Durban Station (Coach terminus) | Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Durban Beach Front | Shell Garage, 14 Hope St. | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:10 PM SAST.
Get from Durban to Kokstad
The journey takes about 4 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Durban and Kokstad?
Stops in Durban
- A
Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)
Intercape Office, O.R Tambo Parade (opposite Tropicana Hotel), South Beach, Durban, 4001, South Africa - B
Durban Station
222 Umgeni Rd, Stamford Hill, Durban, 4025, South Africa - D
Jacobs
6 Bonnington Pl, Mobeni East, Durban, 4060 - E
Airport (DBN)
Durban International Airport, 4029, South Africa
Stops in Kokstad
- A
Kokstad
Wimpy Bar, R56, Kokstad, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Durban to Kokstad by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Durban to Kokstad?
The cheapest bus tickets from Durban to Kokstad start from $26. The average price for this route is around $40. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Durban to Kokstad?
The average bus travel time from Durban to Kokstad is 4h 15m, covering a distance of 173 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 50m and is operated by Jacobs Coaches.
Which bus companies service the Durban to Kokstad route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, Greyhound South Africa, Jacobs Coaches.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Durban to Kokstad?
The earliest bus departs from Durban to Kokstad at 6:15am. And the latest bus departs at 5:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Durban to Kokstad?
A bus trip from Durban to Kokstad generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Durban to Kokstad?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 45773 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Durban to Kokstad?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Durban to Kokstad?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Durban to Kokstad?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Durban to Kokstad was searched and found on Feb 21, 2026 with a price of $26To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Durban to Kokstad, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $26 to $45 for a bus ticket from Durban to Kokstad based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2026-02-21.
Usually APM WC will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
