Durban Transportation – Taxi, Train, Bus, & Airport Tips

Durban Transportation

Durban is the third largest city in South Africa. There are many places to see so you will likely want to understand how transportation works in Durban.

Durban People Mover

The Durban People Mover is a new bus service that is available every 15 minutes. It offers transportation from Suncoast Casino on down to Ushaka Marine World. A one-way fare will cost you R4 or you can opt in to purchase a one-day pass for R15.

The Mynah Bus Service

A common bus service is Mynah. It is available on a regular basis and it takes passengers to the CBD, North and South Shore Beaches, and the suburbs. The main hub for the bus is near the Workshop on Commercial Road.

Rent a Car with GPS Service

Getting around Durban can be challenging, especially for tourists who are new to the area. The roads can easily confuse you since some road signs have new and old names and some roads do not have signs at all. The GPS will cost extra, but at least you will have the peace of mind.

Getting to Durban By Plane

One of the ways to travel from overseas to Durban is by plane with direct routes from Johannesburg or Cape Town. A great option for plane travel is British Airways which has a route to South Africa and scheduled flights to Durban.

Getting to Durban By Train

The train which can be accessed from Johannesburg and Cape Town. Be prepared to get comfortable since the ride takes 12 hours from Johannesburg and 30 hours from Cape Town.

Editor’s note: The information contained on this page was compiled using real traveler reviews about transportation in Durban.