What is the cheapest way to get from Brakpan to Soweto?

The cheapest way to get from Brakpan to Soweto is to drive which costs R 120 - R 190 and takes 40 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Brakpan to Soweto?

The fastest way to get from Brakpan to Soweto is to drive which takes 40 min and costs R 120 - R 190.

Is there a direct bus between Brakpan and Soweto?

No, there is no direct bus from Brakpan to Soweto. However, there are services departing from Benoni and arriving at Lakeview via Park Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Brakpan to Soweto?

The distance between Brakpan and Soweto is 83 km. The road distance is 55.9 km.

How do I travel from Brakpan to Soweto without a car?

The best way to get from Brakpan to Soweto without a car is to bus which takes 1h 15m and costs R 240 - R 440.

How long does it take to get from Brakpan to Soweto?

It takes approximately 1h 15m to get from Brakpan to Soweto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brakpan to Soweto bus from?

Brakpan to Soweto bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, depart from Benoni station.

Where does the Brakpan to Soweto bus arrive?

Brakpan to Soweto bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, arrive at Johannesburg station.

Can I drive from Brakpan to Soweto?

Yes, the driving distance between Brakpan to Soweto is 56 km. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Brakpan to Soweto.

Where can I stay near Soweto?

There are 2096+ hotels available in Soweto.

Brakpan to Soweto - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Brakpan to Soweto by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Benoni to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Park Station to Lakeviewbus Lakeview Station
1h 15m
R 240–435
Drive 55.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Brakpan to Sowetocar 55.9 km
40 min
R 129–185
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Benoni to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the train from Johannesburg to Merafetrain
1h 57m
R 229–422
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brakpan to Sowetotaxi 55.9 km
40 min
R 1,100–1,400
Taxi, train
1. Take the taxi from Brakpan to OR Tambo Airporttaxi
2. Take the train from Johannesburg to Merafetrain
2h 14m
R 597–839

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Distance: 83.2 km
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Brakpan, South Africa and Soweto, South Africa?

You can take a vehicle from Brakpan to Lakeview via Benoni, Johannesburg, and Park Station in around 1h 15m.

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