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Durban to Cape Town

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Car
16 h 38 min
1634 km.
from $89
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Durban, The Republic of South Africa → Cape Town, The Republic of South Africa

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Three ways to Travel from Durban to Cape Town

Composite routes from Durban to Cape Town

Cheapest
16 h 38 min
Car
1634 km.
from $89
Fastest
2 h 18 min
Plane
Other
16 h 38 min
Rideshare
1634 km.
from $21.31

Transport providers

Airlines

FlexFlight ApS

Website:
flexflight.dk/
Plane from King Shaka International Airport to Cape
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.34–$473.17

Safair

Website:
flysafair.co.za/
Plane from King Shaka International Airport to Cape
Ave. Duration:
2h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$42.20–$204.61

CemAir

Website:
flycemair.co.za/
Plane from King Shaka International Airport to Cape
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$61.38–$281.34

Global Aviation

Website:
g-airways.com/
Plane from King Shaka International Airport to Cape
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.34–$473.17

Bus operators

InterCape

Phone:
+27 (0)21 380 4400
Email:
Website:
intercape.co.za
Bus from Durban to Cape
Ave. Duration:
28h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$39.64–$83.12

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Durban to Cape Town (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Durban to Cape Town (Station) is to bus which costs $33.70 - $70.65 and takes 28h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Durban to Cape Town (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Durban to Cape Town (Station) is to fly which takes 3h 56m and costs $48.91 - $173.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Durban and Cape Town (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Durban and arriving at Cape Town. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28h 15m.

How far is it from Durban to Cape Town (Station)?

The distance between Durban and Cape Town (Station) is 1326 km. The road distance is 1635.9 km.

How do I travel from Durban to Cape Town (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Durban to Cape Town (Station) without a car is to bus which takes 28h 15m and costs $33.70 - $70.65 .

How long does it take to get from Durban to Cape Town (Station)?

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Durban to Cape Town (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durban to Cape Town (Station) bus from?

Durban to Cape Town (Station) bus services, operated by InterCape, depart from Durban station.

Bus or fly from Durban to Cape Town (Station)?

The best way to get from Durban to Cape Town (Station) is to fly which takes 3h 56m and costs $48.91 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $33.70 - $70.65 and takes 28h 15m.

Where does the Durban to Cape Town (Station) bus arrive?

Durban to Cape Town (Station) bus services, operated by InterCape, arrive at Cape Town station.

What is the time difference between Durban and Cape Town (Station)?

It is currently 10:41 at both, Durban and Cape Town (Station).

Can I drive from Durban to Cape Town (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Durban to Cape Town (Station) is 1636 km. It takes approximately 17h 30m to drive from Durban to Cape Town (Station).

Where can I stay near Cape Town (Station)?

There are 6002+ hotels available in Cape Town (Station). Prices start at $44.11 per night.
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