How do I get from Durban to Richards Bay without a car?

The bus is the best choice to get to Richards Bay without a car. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

How long is the bus trip from Durban to Richards Bay?

The average travel time from Durban to Richards Bay is about 3h 15m, but the fastest bus can get you there in about 3h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 96 miles (155 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is Durban from Richards Bay?

About 96 miles (155 km) separate Durban and Richards Bay.

What is the cheapest way to go from Durban to Richards Bay?

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. $19 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Richards Bay from Durban.

How much does a bus ticket from Durban to Richards Bay cost?

The average price of a one-way ticket from Durban to Richards Bay is $28. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $19 to $48, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Durban to Richards Bay Bus Tickets

TodayMay 14

TomorrowMay 15

from $17

FriMay 16

from $25

SatMay 17

SunMay 18

from $25

MonMay 19

from $23

TueMay 20

WedMay 21

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One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 15 at 6:45am
Departure city: Durban
Departure location: Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)
Arrival time: May 15 at 10:00am
Destination city: Richards Bay
Destination location: Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 15m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 15 at 6:45am
Departure city: Durban
Departure location: Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)
Arrival time: May 15 at 10:00am
Destination city: Richards Bay
Destination location: Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 15m
Departure time: May 15 at 6:45am
Departure city: Durban
Departure location: Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)
Arrival time: May 15 at 10:00am
Destination city: Richards Bay
Destination location: Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 15m
Departure time: May 15 at 6:45am
Departure city: Durban
Departure location: Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)
Arrival time: May 15 at 10:00am
Destination city: Richards Bay
Destination location: Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 15m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Durban to Richards Bay.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$19 - $48	Average Duration3h 15m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Shuttle	Average Price$23 - $39	Average Duration3h 15m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the shuttle from Durban to Richards Bay

Among the sustainable travel choices, the shuttle stands out as the good way to reach Richards Bay. The journey takes about 3 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1shuttle per day

3h 15mAverage Duration

$23Cheapest ticket

5kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Durban to Richards Bay: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$28

Average bus trip duration3h 15m

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure6:45am

Distance98 miles (158 km)

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Intercape

3.5/539,750 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Users have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting comfortable seating and friendly, helpful drivers. The air conditioning and charging points were also appreciated. However, some users noted delays due to breakdowns or unnecessary stops. A few mentioned issues such as an unpleasant smell inside the bus and mechanical problems affecting ride quality.

Intercape Mainliner Durban Richards Bay recent customer reviews

The driver took a different and longer route to pick up a passenger from Mount Edgecombe. Should have taken the umhlanga turnoff but instead went all the way to sibiya and then got back on the N2 to mount Edgecombe

Thiru M.

November 14, 2024

Drivers were good but bus was 1 hour late and it is not the first time this has happened

Paul S.

November 11, 2024

The bus was smelling bad inside and it has some mechanical issues it was shaking allot like something was not balanced otherwise it was nice

Leslie D.

September 2, 2024

VILAMORA

2/5776 reviews

Staff2.4

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.3

Wifi0.4

Greyhound South Africa

3/57,765 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.2

According to customer reviews, there have been consistent complaints about the bus being late and passengers being put on a different type of bus than what they paid for. Some customers also mentioned that the buses had an unpleasant odor throughout the trip. Despite these issues, it's worth noting that some customers found the buses comfortable.

Greyhound Durban Richards Bay recent customer reviews

The bus was comfortable but it reeked of pee the entire trip. It just made me feel really gross.

Jade J.

May 29, 2023

I was very disapointed that the Greyhound left my son waiting for his bus for more than 6 hours at Richards bay to come to Durban, he was waiting from 18h15 till 23h20 with nowhere to sit. When he went back from Durban to Richards Bay the bus was almost an hour late with no clear identification where we should wait for the Greyhound, we had to ask so many people.

Diaan V.

December 29, 2022

Unfotunately the bus was too late AND above all that we have been put in another kind of bus than we paid for... So I paid 420 Rand in a cityliner bus for 2 hours. Ridiculous.

Jozephus V.

August 16, 2022

ZA bus companies: Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, Eagle Liner, APM WC, Delta Coaches

Durban to Richards Bay Bus

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Best price found

05/12

$21

05/13

$21

Today

$18

05/15

$17

05/16

$25

05/17

$23

05/18

$25

05/19

$23

The cheapest trip from Durban to Richards Bay was searched and found on May 15, 2025 with a price of $17

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

You can expect to pay from $17 to $30 for a bus ticket from Durban to Richards Bay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2025-05-15.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Durban and Richards Bay!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Durban to Richards Bay.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Durban to Richards Bay will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Durban to Richards Bay while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

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Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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Bus Durban to Richards Bay: Trip Overview

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Intercape Mainliner Durban Richards Bay recent customer reviews

Greyhound Durban Richards Bay recent customer reviews

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Frequently asked questions for your trip Durban - Richards Bay

How do I get from Durban to Richards Bay without a car?

How long is the bus trip from Durban to Richards Bay?

How far is Durban from Richards Bay?

What is the cheapest way to go from Durban to Richards Bay?

How much does a bus ticket from Durban to Richards Bay cost?

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