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

The cheapest way to get from East London to Western Cape is to bus which costs R 490 - R 950 and takes 15h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from East London to Western Cape is to fly which takes 2h 5m and costs R 1 100 - R 2 800.

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

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

How far is it from East London to Western Cape?

The distance between East London and Western Cape is 882 km. The road distance is 1035.5 km.

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

The best way to get from East London to Western Cape without a car is to bus which takes 15h 10m and costs R 490 - R 950.

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

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from East London to Western Cape, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from East London to Western Cape?

The best way to get from East London to Western Cape is to fly which takes 2h 5m and costs R 1 100 - R 2 800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 490 - R 950 and takes 15h 10m.

Where does the East London to Western Cape bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from East London to Western Cape?

Yes, the driving distance between East London to Western Cape is 1036 km. It takes approximately 11h 7m to drive from East London to Western Cape.

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

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Where can I stay near Western Cape?

There are 7678+ hotels available in Western Cape.

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

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

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Fly to Cape Town International Airport
best
1. Fly from East London (ELS) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)plane ELS - CPT
2h 5m
R 1,132–2,760
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from East London to Cape Townbus
15h 10m
R 490–950
Drive 1,035.5 km
1. Drive from East London to Cape Towncar 1,035.5 km
11h 7m
R 2,338–3,377
Fly to George Airport
1. Fly from East London (ELS) to George Airport (GRJ)plane ELS - GRJ
3h 57m
R 2,247–4,480
Bus via Bellville (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from East London to Bellvillebus
17h 30m
R 1,035–1,400

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

15Weekly Planes

1h 42mAverage Duration

R 1,085Cheapest Price

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Distance: 882.1 km
Duration: 2h 5m

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

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

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