What is the cheapest way to get from Cape Town to East London?

The cheapest way to get from Cape Town to East London is to bus which costs R 440 - R 950 and takes 15h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cape Town to East London?

The fastest way to get from Cape Town to East London is to fly which takes 1h 47m and costs R 1 100 - R 2 900.

Is there a direct bus between Cape Town and East London?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cape Town and arriving at East London. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15h 10m.

How far is it from Cape Town to East London?

The distance between Cape Town and East London is 890 km. The road distance is 1034.6 km.

How do I travel from Cape Town to East London without a car?

The best way to get from Cape Town to East London without a car is to bus which takes 15h 10m and costs R 440 - R 950.

How long does it take to get from Cape Town to East London?

It takes approximately 1h 47m to get from Cape Town to East London, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cape Town to East London bus from?

Cape Town to East London bus services, operated by InterCape, depart from Cape Town station.

Bus or fly from Cape Town to East London?

The best way to get from Cape Town to East London is to fly which takes 1h 47m and costs R 1 100 - R 2 900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 440 - R 950 and takes 15h 10m.

Where does the Cape Town to East London bus arrive?

Cape Town to East London bus services, operated by InterCape, arrive at East London station.

Can I drive from Cape Town to East London?

Yes, the driving distance between Cape Town to East London is 1035 km. It takes approximately 11h 6m to drive from Cape Town to East London.

How do I get a bus ticket from Cape Town to East London?

Book your Cape Town to East London bus tickets online with 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near East London?

There are 521+ hotels available in East London.

Cape Town to East London - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Cape Town to East London by plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to East London (ELS)plane CPT - ELS
1h 47m
R 1,174–2,809
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cape Town to East Londonbus
15h 10m
R 440–950
Drive 1,034.6 km
1. Drive from Cape Town to East Londoncar 1,034.6 km
11h 6m
R 2,342–3,382
Bus via Bellville (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Bellville to East Londonbus
17h 30m
R 998–1,355
Drive via Bellville 1,020.1 km
1. Drive from Bellville to East Londoncar 1,020.1 km
11h 48m
R 2,359–3,462

Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to East London (ELS) flights

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1h 33mAverage Duration

R 1,088Cheapest Price

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Distance: 890.5 km
Duration: 1h 47m

What companies run services between Cape Town, South Africa and East London, South Africa?

Safair and CemAir fly from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to East London (ELS) twice daily. Alternatively, InterCape operates a bus from Cape Town to East London twice daily. Tickets cost R 650–950 and the journey takes 15h 10m. Three other operators also service this route.

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