Bus Durban to Port Elizabeth - Compare all Companies

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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Durban to Port Elizabeth from various bus operators like Intercape, Intercity Xpress or Big Sky Intercity for the next days.

today

$28

tomorrow

$30

Friday

$28

Saturday

$28

Sunday

$28

Monday

Tuesday

$28

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercity Xpress	15h 55m	3:15 PM	Durban	Bus Station	7:10 AM	Port Elizabeth	Bus Station	Economy	$28	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Bus Station, Durban (South Africa) at 9/9/2026 3:15:00 PM to Bus Station, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 9/10/2026 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 55m
Intercity Xpress	15h 10m	4:00 PM	Durban	Bus Station	7:10 AM	Port Elizabeth	Bus Station	Economy	$28	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Bus Station, Durban (South Africa) at 9/9/2026 4:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 9/10/2026 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 10m
Intercape	17h 50m	6:15 AM	Durban	O.R Tambo Parade	12:05 AM	Port Elizabeth	Engen	Economy	$34	A Bus from Intercape goes from O.R Tambo Parade, Durban (South Africa) at 9/9/2026 6:15:00 AM to Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 9/10/2026 12:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 50m
Intercape	17h 5m	7:00 AM	Durban	Bus Station	12:05 AM	Port Elizabeth	Engen	Economy	$34	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Station, Durban (South Africa) at 9/9/2026 7:00:00 AM to Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 9/10/2026 12:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 5m
Big Sky Intercity	17h 55m	3:15 PM	Durban	O.R Tambo Parade	9:10 AM	Port Elizabeth	Engen	Economy	$42	A Bus from Big Sky Intercity goes from O.R Tambo Parade, Durban (South Africa) at 9/9/2026 3:15:00 PM to Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 9/10/2026 9:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 55m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercity Xpress	14h 35m	6:45 AM	Durban	Bus Station	9:20 PM	Port Elizabeth	Bus Station	Economy	$30	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Bus Station, Durban (South Africa) at 9/10/2026 6:45:00 AM to Bus Station, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 9/10/2026 9:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 35m
Intercity Xpress	15h 0m	6:45 AM	Durban	Bus Station	9:45 PM	Port Elizabeth	Eldo House	Economy	$30	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Bus Station, Durban (South Africa) at 9/10/2026 6:45:00 AM to Eldo House, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 9/10/2026 9:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 0m
Intercape	17h 50m	6:15 AM	Durban	O.R Tambo Parade	12:05 AM	Port Elizabeth	Engen	Economy	$34	A Bus from Intercape goes from O.R Tambo Parade, Durban (South Africa) at 9/10/2026 6:15:00 AM to Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 9/11/2026 12:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 50m
Intercape	17h 45m	4:00 PM	Durban	O.R Tambo Parade	9:45 AM	Port Elizabeth	Engen	Economy	$34	A Bus from Intercape goes from O.R Tambo Parade, Durban (South Africa) at 9/10/2026 4:00:00 PM to Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 9/11/2026 9:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 45m
Big Sky Intercity	16h 15m	3:15 PM	Durban	O.R Tambo Parade	7:30 AM	Port Elizabeth	Engen	Economy	$42	A Bus from Big Sky Intercity goes from O.R Tambo Parade, Durban (South Africa) at 9/10/2026 3:15:00 PM to Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 9/11/2026 7:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercity Xpress	15h 55m	3:15 PM	Durban	Bus Station	7:10 AM	Port Elizabeth	Bus Station	Economy	$28	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Bus Station, Durban (South Africa) at 9/11/2026 3:15:00 PM to Bus Station, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 9/12/2026 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 55m
Intercity Xpress	15h 10m	4:00 PM	Durban	Bus Station	7:10 AM	Port Elizabeth	Bus Station	Economy	$28	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Bus Station, Durban (South Africa) at 9/11/2026 4:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 9/12/2026 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 10m
Intercape	17h 50m	6:15 AM	Durban	O.R Tambo Parade	12:05 AM	Port Elizabeth	Engen	Economy	$34	A Bus from Intercape goes from O.R Tambo Parade, Durban (South Africa) at 9/11/2026 6:15:00 AM to Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 9/12/2026 12:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 50m
Intercape	17h 30m	4:00 PM	Durban	O.R Tambo Parade	9:30 AM	Port Elizabeth	Engen	Economy	$34	A Bus from Intercape goes from O.R Tambo Parade, Durban (South Africa) at 9/11/2026 4:00:00 PM to Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 9/12/2026 9:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 30m
Big Sky Intercity	17h 55m	3:15 PM	Durban	O.R Tambo Parade	9:10 AM	Port Elizabeth	Engen	Economy	$42	A Bus from Big Sky Intercity goes from O.R Tambo Parade, Durban (South Africa) at 9/11/2026 3:15:00 PM to Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 9/12/2026 9:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercity Xpress	16h 20m	3:15 PM	Durban	Bus Station	7:35 AM	Port Elizabeth	Eldo House	Economy	$28	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Bus Station, Durban (South Africa) at 9/12/2026 3:15:00 PM to Eldo House, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 9/13/2026 7:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 20m
Intercity Xpress	15h 35m	4:00 PM	Durban	Bus Station	7:35 AM	Port Elizabeth	Eldo House	Economy	$28	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Bus Station, Durban (South Africa) at 9/12/2026 4:00:00 PM to Eldo House, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 9/13/2026 7:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 35m
Intercape	17h 50m	6:15 AM	Durban	O.R Tambo Parade	12:05 AM	Port Elizabeth	Engen	Economy	$34	A Bus from Intercape goes from O.R Tambo Parade, Durban (South Africa) at 9/12/2026 6:15:00 AM to Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 9/13/2026 12:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 50m
Intercape	17h 45m	4:00 PM	Durban	O.R Tambo Parade	9:45 AM	Port Elizabeth	Engen	Economy	$34	A Bus from Intercape goes from O.R Tambo Parade, Durban (South Africa) at 9/12/2026 4:00:00 PM to Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 9/13/2026 9:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 45m
APM	17h 25m	7:30 AM	Durban	Bus Station	12:55 AM	Port Elizabeth	Eldo House	Economy	$50	A Bus from APM goes from Bus Station, Durban (South Africa) at 9/12/2026 7:30:00 AM to Eldo House, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 9/13/2026 12:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercity Xpress	15h 55m	3:15 PM	Durban	Bus Station	7:10 AM	Port Elizabeth	Bus Station	Economy	$28	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Bus Station, Durban (South Africa) at 9/13/2026 3:15:00 PM to Bus Station, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 9/14/2026 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 55m
Intercity Xpress	15h 10m	4:00 PM	Durban	Bus Station	7:10 AM	Port Elizabeth	Bus Station	Economy	$28	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Bus Station, Durban (South Africa) at 9/13/2026 4:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 9/14/2026 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 10m
Intercape	17h 50m	6:15 AM	Durban	O.R Tambo Parade	12:05 AM	Port Elizabeth	Engen	Economy	$34	A Bus from Intercape goes from O.R Tambo Parade, Durban (South Africa) at 9/13/2026 6:15:00 AM to Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 9/14/2026 12:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 50m
Intercape	17h 45m	4:00 PM	Durban	O.R Tambo Parade	9:45 AM	Port Elizabeth	Engen	Economy	$34	A Bus from Intercape goes from O.R Tambo Parade, Durban (South Africa) at 9/13/2026 4:00:00 PM to Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 9/14/2026 9:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 45m
Big Sky Intercity	16h 15m	3:15 PM	Durban	O.R Tambo Parade	7:30 AM	Port Elizabeth	Engen	Economy	$42	A Bus from Big Sky Intercity goes from O.R Tambo Parade, Durban (South Africa) at 9/13/2026 3:15:00 PM to Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 9/14/2026 7:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercity Xpress	15h 55m	3:15 PM	Durban	Bus Station	7:10 AM	Port Elizabeth	Bus Station	Economy	$28	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Bus Station, Durban (South Africa) at 9/15/2026 3:15:00 PM to Bus Station, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 9/16/2026 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 55m
Intercity Xpress	15h 10m	4:00 PM	Durban	Bus Station	7:10 AM	Port Elizabeth	Bus Station	Economy	$28	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Bus Station, Durban (South Africa) at 9/15/2026 4:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 9/16/2026 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 10m
Intercape	17h 50m	6:15 AM	Durban	O.R Tambo Parade	12:05 AM	Port Elizabeth	Engen	Economy	$34	A Bus from Intercape goes from O.R Tambo Parade, Durban (South Africa) at 9/15/2026 6:15:00 AM to Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 9/16/2026 12:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 50m
Intercape	17h 45m	4:00 PM	Durban	O.R Tambo Parade	9:45 AM	Port Elizabeth	Engen	Economy	$34	A Bus from Intercape goes from O.R Tambo Parade, Durban (South Africa) at 9/15/2026 4:00:00 PM to Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 9/16/2026 9:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 45m
Big Sky Intercity	16h 15m	3:15 PM	Durban	O.R Tambo Parade	7:30 AM	Port Elizabeth	Engen	Economy	$42	A Bus from Big Sky Intercity goes from O.R Tambo Parade, Durban (South Africa) at 9/15/2026 3:15:00 PM to Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 9/16/2026 7:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 15m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Durban to Port Elizabeth is $24 on 9/7/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Durban and Port Elizabeth

See here how frequent the connections between Durban and Port Elizabeth are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 34 daily buses from Durban to Port Elizabeth. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 30 daily coaches between Durban and Port Elizabeth.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 152 buses from Durban to Port Elizabeth, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Durban and Port Elizabeth, with 48 offers.

Facts about the bus from Durban to Port Elizabeth

Compare all providers like Intercape, Intercity Xpress and Big Sky Intercity that travel 33 times every day by bus from Durban to Port Elizabeth in one click! Book your bus ticket from Durban to Port Elizabeth starting from $24!

Cheapest Bus	$24
Fastest Bus	14h 35m
Earliest Bus	6:15 AM
Latest Bus	5:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes	33 Ø
Distance	426.0 miles
Bus Companies	Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky Intercity and APM

Cheapest bus connections from Durban to Port Elizabeth

Every day, 33 buses from 4 bus companies leave Durban for Port Elizabeth: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 09/09/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 09/06

Monday 09/07

Tuesday 09/08

Wednesday 09/09

$27

Thursday 09/10

$28

Friday 09/11

$28

Saturday 09/12

$28

Sunday 09/13

$27

Monday 09/14

$28

Tuesday 09/15

$28

Wednesday 09/16

$28

Thursday 09/17

$28

Friday 09/18

$24

Saturday 09/19

$30

Sunday 09/20

$28

Monday 09/21

$31

Tuesday 09/22

Wednesday 09/23

Thursday 09/24

Friday 09/25

Saturday 09/26

$28

Sunday 09/27

Monday 09/28

$24

Tuesday 09/29

Wednesday 09/30

Thursday 10/01

Friday 10/02

Saturday 10/03

The cheapest time to travel from Durban to Port Elizabeth

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Durban to Port Elizabeth, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $24, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Durban to Port Elizabeth. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $28.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Durban to Port Elizabeth, with $28. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $30.

How to save money travelling from Durban to Port Elizabeth

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Durban to Port Elizabeth in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Durban to Port Elizabeth, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Durban to Port Elizabeth are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Durban to Port Elizabeth

These are the most booked bus companies between Durban to Port Elizabeth from our users.

Intercape from Durban to Port Elizabeth

Here you will find the key facts about the Intercape bus route Durban to Port Elizabeth:

Cheapest Price	$34
Fastest Bus	14h 50m
Earliest Bus	6:15 AM
Last Bus	5:00 PM
Daily Connections	22 Ø
Found on	8/7/2026

Big Sky Intercity from Durban to Port Elizabeth

Here you will find the key facts about the Big Sky Intercity bus route Durban to Port Elizabeth:

Cheapest Price	$42
Fastest Bus	15h 5m
Earliest Bus	3:15 PM
Last Bus	4:00 PM
Daily Connections	4 Ø
Found on	8/7/2026

Intercity Xpress from Durban to Port Elizabeth

Here you will find the key facts about the Intercity Xpress bus route Durban to Port Elizabeth:

Cheapest Price	$28
Fastest Bus	14h 35m
Earliest Bus	6:45 AM
Last Bus	4:00 PM
Daily Connections	5 Ø
Found on	8/7/2026

Latest reviews for bus companies on the route Durban - Port Elizabeth

Nomaswazi Jacqueline msibi, 8/19/2024

My suitcase with all my cloths got lost. Intercape told me they won't be able to pay for any loss or demages because of there policy. So it means if you buy a ticket from intercape you are not there r ... My suitcase with all my cloths got lost. Intercape told me they won't be able to pay for any loss or demages because of there policy. So it means if you buy a ticket from intercape you are not there responsibility.

Sphokazi , 7/30/2024

It was my first time using this bus and it definitely my last because what a horrible service we've been taken from bus to bus and now I will arrive at midnight which I did not plan and have no one to ... It was my first time using this bus and it definitely my last because what a horrible service we've been taken from bus to bus and now I will arrive at midnight which I did not plan and have no one to come get me I'm no longer safe and I need my refund cz this is rubbish

All bus stations and stops in Durban and Port Elizabeth

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Durban and Port Elizabeth.

Bus Station

Masabalala Yengwa Ave 65

O.R Tambo Parade

Marine Parade 85

Gateway

Pavallian Hotel

ICC

Bram Fischer Rd 45

BP Bus Station

Cape Road 61

Bus Station

Eldo House

Westview Drive 97

Engen

Cape Road 314

Perridgevale Centre

Storey Road 4

Service and Comfort on the bus from Durban to Port Elizabeth

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Durban to Port Elizabeth? Or which bus companies serve the route Durban to Port Elizabeth? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Durban to Port Elizabeth bus

How much does a Durban Port Elizabeth bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $24 and takes 15h 55m to reach Port Elizabeth. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Durban to Port Elizabeth?

This route is offered by 4 companies with a range of ticket prices between $24 and $51. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Port Elizabeth.

On average, how many connections are available from Durban to Port Elizabeth each day?

Every day, the Durban to Port Elizabeth bus route is served by approximately 33 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Durban to Port Elizabeth take?

The fastest bus from Durban to Port Elizabeth is offered by Intercity Xpress and takes 14h 35m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $30. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Durban to Port Elizabeth?

The earliest bus arriving in Port Elizabeth from Durban starts at 6:15 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Durban to Port Elizabeth?

The latest bus trip departing from Durban for Port Elizabeth starts at 5:00 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Durban Port Elizabeth route?

When traveling by bus from Durban to Port Elizabeth, passengers can travel with Intercape, Intercity Xpress and Big Sky Intercity. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Durban and Port Elizabeth?

You can check all the direct connections between Durban and Port Elizabeth by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Intercape, Intercity Xpress and Big Sky Intercity.

What can I take with me on the Durban to Port Elizabeth bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Durban Port Elizabeth bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Durban Port Elizabeth bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Durban to Port Elizabeth on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Durban to Port Elizabeth

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Durban and to Port Elizabeth

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Durban and to Port Elizabeth. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!