How can I travel from King William’s Town to Durban without flying?

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Durban without flying. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

How long does it take to get to Durban from King William’s Town by bus?

Traveling from King William’s Town to Durban takes around 11h 40m on average, but the quickest bus can get you there in about 7h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 299 miles (483 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from King William’s Town to Durban?

King William’s Town and Durban are 299 miles (483 km) apart.

What is the most affordable way to travel from King William’s Town to Durban?

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, take the bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $23.

How much are the bus tickets from King William’s Town to Durban?

The bus ticket costs $36 on average. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $23 and $61, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

What are the best sights and things to do in Durban?

Once in Durban, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Campbell Collections, Wilson’s Wharf, Surfing, Hare Krishna Temple of Understanding and uShaka Marine World.

Is there an overnight bus from King William’s Town to Durban?

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from King William’s Town to Durban. Remember to bring along essentials like a blanket and some snacks to ensure a cozy and convenient journey.

King William’s Town to Durban Bus Tickets

Q: What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from King William’s Town to Durban?

The majority of buses traveling from King William’s Town to Durban start their journey at Railway Station and wind up at Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o. R Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel). These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

TodayMay 14

from $24

TomorrowMay 15

from $22

FriMay 16

from $21

SatMay 17

from $22

SunMay 18

MonMay 19

from $22

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 15 at 8:45am
Departure city: King William’s Town
Departure location: Station - Qonce 5601
Arrival time: May 15 at 8:25pm
Destination city: Durban
Destination location: Durban Station (Coach terminus)
Operated by: Intercity Xpress
Vehicle: BusDuration: 11h 40m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 15 at 8:00pm
Departure city: King William’s Town
Departure location: Station - Qonce 5601
Arrival time: May 16 at 6:30am
Destination city: Durban
Destination location: Durban Station (Coach terminus)
Operated by: Intercity Xpress
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 30m
Departure time: May 15 at 9:30am
Departure city: King William’s Town
Departure location: Railway Station
Arrival time: May 15 at 9:45pm
Destination city: Durban
Destination location: Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 12h 15m
Departure time: May 15 at 8:00pm
Departure city: King William’s Town
Departure location: Station - Qonce 5601
Arrival time: May 16 at 6:30am
Destination city: Durban
Destination location: Durban Station (Coach terminus)
Operated by: Intercity Xpress
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 30m
Departure time: May 15 at 9:30am
Departure city: King William’s Town
Departure location: Railway Station
Arrival time: May 15 at 9:45pm
Destination city: Durban
Destination location: Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 12h 15m

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Compare 2 ways to go from King William’s Town to Durban.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$23 - $61	Average Duration11h 40m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Shuttle	Average Price$46 - $59	Average Duration11h 40m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from King William’s Town to Durban

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Durban. The journey takes about 11 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

11h 40mAverage Duration

$23Cheapest ticket

12kgCO₂ emissions

Bus King William’s Town to Durban: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$36

Average bus trip duration11h 40m

Number of daily buses11

Earliest bus departure5:50am

Distance300 miles (483 km)

Latest bus departure11:25pm

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Intercape

3.5/539,750 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Passengers generally appreciate the cleanliness, comfort, and punctuality of Intercape buses. Many reviews highlight friendly drivers and well-maintained facilities as positive aspects. However, some users experienced delays due to various reasons such as road works or mechanical issues. Additionally, there were mentions of non-functional seat charging ports and temperature discomfort inside the bus.

Intercape Mainliner King William’s Town Durban recent customer reviews

I'd say I enjoyed everything about the trip because I slept all the way. The only thing that is my concern is that the bus didn't arrive on time at the departure station which made it not to get in time to my destination.

Ntuthuzelo G.

February 18, 2025

Didn't enjoy anything disliked many things such as bus was very dirty seats are very small no leg room air-conditioning partially working drive was longer than usual and the bus did not arrive on time

Zakarieyah E.

February 13, 2025

Very bad a bus that arrived late from the very point of departurBetween Ixopo and Richmondwe stayed ore than 2 hours due breakdown. I missed a transport organized for me at 09h00. I also missed another one at 13h30. Now I am sitting in a very unhealthy place market street noise dirty smelly having not washed eaten and slept comfortable since last night. What is worse the company did not show any remorse like peow missing their arranged transport about 20 passengers decide to hitch hike to reach Peter Maritzburg

Lilly M.

December 21, 2024

APM WC

2/51,806 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness0.9

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0.4

Big Sky

3.5/52,157 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.6

Based on 2157 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at $30.00

Big Sky King William’s Town Durban recent customer reviews

It was OK except for having too many stops and ending up taking too long to reach destination

Bulali N.

October 8, 2023

Bus was hour late

Nomthy B.

June 17, 2024

I didn't enjoy anything the bus delayed so much

Amahle N.

March 29, 2024

Intercity Xpress

3/58,997 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi1

According to users, the bus service is appreciated for its punctuality and cleanliness. However, there have been reports of concerns regarding communication about delays and issues with baggage charges. Additionally, some passengers mentioned that drivers were not always friendly or considerate in challenging driving conditions.

Intercity Xpress King William’s Town Durban recent customer reviews

I'm happy that the bus arrives on time. I don't have to wait too long for it. I feel safe in the bus.

Nosiphelele B.

April 22, 2025

They over charge me for a bag without to weigh it and the drive to fast even when the road was misty.The driver was not friendly and rude.

Anisha M.

January 15, 2025

I liked the fact the bus was on time but I arrived to my destination 30min later than the proposed arrival time.The bus got stuck not because of a mechanical breakdown but utter carelessness of not refeulling on time so we we lost fuel before I could get to my destination and the toilets were dirty,I was pressed but I couldn't use the toilet

Zomakahle M.

January 7, 2025

Greyhound South Africa

3/57,765 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.2

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

King William’s Town to Durban Bus

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Where are the popular stops in King William’s Town and Durban?

Stops in King William’s Town

A - Railway Station

B - King Williams Town Railway Station

Stops in Durban

A - Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)

B - Durban Station

C - Durban Airport

D - Jacobs

E - Airport (DBN)

Frequently asked questions for your trip King William’s Town - Durban

How can I travel from King William’s Town to Durban without flying?
How long does it take to get to Durban from King William’s Town by bus?
What is the travel distance from King William’s Town to Durban?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from King William’s Town to Durban?
What is the most affordable way to travel from King William’s Town to Durban?
How much are the bus tickets from King William’s Town to Durban?
What are the best sights and things to do in Durban?
Is there an overnight bus from King William’s Town to Durban?

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05/12

$24

05/13

$25

Today

$24

05/15

$22

05/16

$21

05/17

$22

05/18

$24

05/19

$22

The cheapest trip from King William’s Town to Durban was searched and found on May 16, 2025 with a price of $21

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

You can expect to pay from $21 to $38 for a bus ticket from King William’s Town to Durban based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2025-05-16.

Usually MAINLINER 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.

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Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from King William’s Town to Durban.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from King William’s Town to Durban, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from King William’s Town to Durban that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Where are the popular stops in King William’s Town and Durban?

Frequently asked questions for your trip King William’s Town - Durban

How can I travel from King William’s Town to Durban without flying?

How long does it take to get to Durban from King William’s Town by bus?

What is the travel distance from King William’s Town to Durban?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from King William’s Town to Durban?

What is the most affordable way to travel from King William’s Town to Durban?

How much are the bus tickets from King William’s Town to Durban?

What are the best sights and things to do in Durban?

Is there an overnight bus from King William’s Town to Durban?

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