What is the cheapest way to get from Cape Town to Pinetown?

The cheapest way to get from Cape Town to Pinetown is to bus which costs R 550 - R 1 600 and takes 28h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cape Town to Pinetown?

The fastest way to get from Cape Town to Pinetown is to fly which takes 5h 7m and costs R 1 400 - R 3 700.

Is there a direct bus between Cape Town and Pinetown?

No, there is no direct bus from Cape Town to Pinetown. However, there are services departing from Bellville and arriving at Crompton St via Durban Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 18m.

How far is it from Cape Town to Pinetown?

The distance between Cape Town and Pinetown is 1347 km. The road distance is 1619 km.

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

The best way to get from Cape Town to Pinetown without a car is to bus via Bellville which takes 28h 18m and costs R 600 - R 1 100.

How long does it take to get from Cape Town to Pinetown?

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Cape Town to Pinetown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cape Town to Pinetown bus from?

Cape Town to Pinetown bus services, operated by TransLux Express, depart from Bellville station.

Bus or fly from Cape Town to Pinetown?

The best way to get from Cape Town to Pinetown is to fly which takes 5h 7m and costs R 1 400 - R 3 700. Alternatively, you can bus via Bellville, which costs R 600 - R 1 100 and takes 28h 18m.

Where does the Cape Town to Pinetown bus arrive?

Cape Town to Pinetown bus services, operated by TransLux Express, arrive at Durban station.

Can I drive from Cape Town to Pinetown?

Yes, the driving distance between Cape Town to Pinetown is 1619 km. It takes approximately 16h 46m to drive from Cape Town to Pinetown.

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

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Where can I stay near Pinetown?

There are 2007+ hotels available in Pinetown.

Cape Town to Pinetown - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Cape Town to Pinetown by plane, bus, or car

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Fly to King Shaka International Airport
best
1. Fly from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)plane CPT - DUR
5h 7m
R 1,420–3,700
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cape Town to Durbanbus
28h 50m
R 594–1,582
Bus via Bellville
1. Take the bus from Bellville to Durbanbus
28h 18m
R 624–1,088
Drive 1,619 km
1. Drive from Cape Town to Pinetowncar 1,619 km
16h 46m
R 3,703–5,348
Fly to Pietermaritzburg, bus
1. Fly from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Pietermaritzburg (PZB)plane CPT - PZB
2. Take the bus from Burger St to Crompton Stbus
5h 59m
R 3,744–7,040
Drive via Bellville 1,598.5 km
1. Drive from Bellville to Pinetowncar 1,598.5 km
17h 19m
R 3,659–5,562

Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR) flights

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Distance: 1,347 km
Duration: 5h 7m

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

Safair, Global Aviation, and three other airlines fly from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR) hourly. Alternatively, TransLux Express operates a bus from Bellville to Durban once daily. Tickets cost R 600–900 and the journey takes 25h 12m.

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