What is the cheapest way to get from Maputo to Durban?

The cheapest way to get from Maputo to Durban is to bus which costs R 390 - R 1 300 and takes 5h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Maputo to Durban?

The fastest way to get from Maputo to Durban is to fly which takes 2h 42m and costs R 4 400 - R 6 500.

Is there a direct bus between Maputo and Durban?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Maputo and arriving at Durban Bus Stn. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Maputo to Durban?

The distance between Maputo and Durban is 473 km. The road distance is 542.6 km.

How do I travel from Maputo to Durban without a car?

The best way to get from Maputo to Durban without a car is to bus which takes 5h 30m and costs R 390 - R 1 300.

How long does it take to get from Maputo to Durban?

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Maputo to Durban, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maputo to Durban bus from?

Maputo to Durban bus services, operated by InterCape, depart from Maputo station.

Bus or fly from Maputo to Durban?

The best way to get from Maputo to Durban is to fly which takes 2h 42m and costs R 4 400 - R 6 500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 390 - R 1 300 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Maputo to Durban bus arrive?

Maputo to Durban bus services, operated by InterCape, arrive at Durban Bus Stn station.

Can I drive from Maputo to Durban?

Yes, the driving distance between Maputo to Durban is 543 km. It takes approximately 7h 20m to drive from Maputo to Durban.

Where can I stay near Durban?

There are 429+ hotels available in Durban.

Maputo to Durban - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Maputo to Durban by plane, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to King Shaka International Airport
best
1. Fly from Maputo International Airport (MPM) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)plane MPM - DUR
2h 42m
R 4,461–6,275
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Maputo to Durban Bus Stnbus
5h 30m
R 390–1,300
Drive 542.6 km
1. Drive from Maputo to Durbancar 542.6 km
7h 20m
R 1,248–1,803
Fly to Pietermaritzburg, bus
1. Fly from Maputo International Airport (MPM) to Pietermaritzburg (PZB)plane MPM - PZB
2. Take the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Durbanbus
5h 56m
R 5,937–17,176
Fly to Richards Bay, taxi
1. Fly from Maputo International Airport (MPM) to Richards Bay (RCB)plane MPM - RCB
2. Take the taxi from Richards Bay (RCB) to Durbantaxi
6h 18m
R 6,461–17,045

Maputo International Airport (MPM) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR) flights

15Weekly Planes

2h 36mAverage Duration

R 2,258Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 473 km
Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between Maputo, Mozambique and Durban, South Africa?

Qatar Airways, Airlink, and Turkish Airlines fly from Maputo International Airport (MPM) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR) twice daily. Alternatively, InterCape operates a bus from Maputo to Durban Bus Stn 3 times a day. Tickets cost R 390–1,300 and the journey takes 5h 30m.

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