How much is the bus ticket from Swellendam to Durban?

The cheapest bus tickets from Swellendam to Durban start at R 612. The average price for this route is around R 1 496. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Swellendam to Durban?

The average bus journey time from Swellendam to Durban is 23h 45m, covering a distance of 1102 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 22h 50m and is operated by Intercity Xpress .

Which bus companies service the Swellendam to Durban route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , APM WC , Big Sky , Intercity Xpress .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Swellendam to Durban?

The earliest bus departs from Swellendam to Durban at 10:15. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Swellendam to Durban?

A bus trip from Swellendam to Durban produces an estimated 28 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Swellendam to Durban?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky , with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3118 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Swellendam to Durban?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Swellendam to Durban?

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 Swellendam to Durban?

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.

Bus Swellendam to Durban from R 913 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Swellendam to Durban on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:40	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	22h 50m	20:30	Durban Station (Coach terminus)	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:15	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	1d	10:25	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	11:40	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	23h 15m	10:55	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	10:15	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	1d	10:25	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	11:40	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	23h 15m	10:55	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags

Next departures from Swellendam to Durban on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:40	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	22h 50m	20:30	Durban Station (Coach terminus)	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:15	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	1d	10:25	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	11:40	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	23h 15m	10:55	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	10:15	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	1d	10:25	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	11:40	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	23h 15m	10:55	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags

Next departures from Swellendam to Durban on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:40	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	22h 50m	20:30	Durban Station (Coach terminus)	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:15	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	1d	10:25	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	11:40	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	23h 15m	10:55	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	10:15	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	1d	10:25	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags
Bus	11:40	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	23h 15m	10:55	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:03 PM SAST.

Get from Swellendam to Durban

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 23 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 612, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

23h 45mAverage duration

1102 kmDistance

28kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Swellendam and Durban?

Stops in Swellendam

A
Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street
Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street, Swellendam, 6740, South Africa
Visit page

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
Visit page
B
Durban Station
222 Umgeni Rd, Stamford Hill, Durban, 4025, South Africa
C
Durban King Shaka Airport
Visit page
D
Jacobs
6 Bonnington Pl, Mobeni East, Durban, 4060
E
Airport (DBN)
Durban International Airport, 4029, South Africa

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544 543 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Based on 44543 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at R 919

Intercape Mainliner Swellendam Durban recent customer reviews

I enjoyed everything in a trip. it's only the urine smell that was all over the bus but the drivers tried there level best to cease the smell

Siyavuya F.

25 February 2025

I’m 5 hours late my time of arrival was 11h00 but I got the around 17h00

Busisiwe N.

21 September 2024

APM WC

2/52 835 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.8

WiFi0.5

Big Sky

3.5/53 179 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

Intercity Xpress

3/511 307 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

ZA Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Swellendam to Durban by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Swellendam to Durban?
The cheapest bus tickets from Swellendam to Durban start at R 612. The average price for this route is around R 1 496. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Swellendam to Durban?
The average bus journey time from Swellendam to Durban is 23h 45m, covering a distance of 1102 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 22h 50m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Swellendam to Durban route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Swellendam to Durban?
The earliest bus departs from Swellendam to Durban at 10:15. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Swellendam to Durban?
A bus trip from Swellendam to Durban produces an estimated 28 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Swellendam to Durban?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3118 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Swellendam to Durban?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Swellendam to Durban?
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 Swellendam to Durban?
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.

Best price found

13/12

R 1 674

14/12

R 1 486

Today

R 1 119

16/12

R 1 492

17/12

R 1 499

18/12

R 1 501

19/12

R 1 499

20/12

R 1 314

The cheapest trip from Swellendam to Durban was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 119

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Swellendam to Durban as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 119 to R 2 326 for a bus ticket from Swellendam to Durban based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 314, which is on 2025-12-20.

Usually Intercape 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.