What is the cheapest way to get from Eastern Cape to Polokwane?

The cheapest way to get from Eastern Cape to Polokwane is to bus which costs R 750 - R 1 400 and takes 21h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Eastern Cape to Polokwane?

The fastest way to get from Eastern Cape to Polokwane is to fly which takes 3h 45m and costs R 1 300 - R 3 600.

Is there a direct bus between Eastern Cape and Polokwane?

No, there is no direct bus from Eastern Cape to Polokwane. However, there are services departing from Port Elizabeth and arriving at Polokwane via Johannesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 48m.

How far is it from Eastern Cape to Polokwane?

The distance between Eastern Cape and Polokwane is 1197 km. The road distance is 1377.1 km.

How do I travel from Eastern Cape to Polokwane without a car?

The best way to get from Eastern Cape to Polokwane without a car is to bus which takes 21h 48m and costs R 750 - R 1 400.

How long does it take to get from Eastern Cape to Polokwane?

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Eastern Cape to Polokwane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eastern Cape to Polokwane bus from?

Eastern Cape to Polokwane bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, depart from Port Elizabeth station.

Bus or fly from Eastern Cape to Polokwane?

The best way to get from Eastern Cape to Polokwane is to fly which takes 3h 45m and costs R 1 300 - R 3 600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 750 - R 1 400 and takes 21h 48m.

Where does the Eastern Cape to Polokwane bus arrive?

Eastern Cape to Polokwane bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, arrive at Johannesburg station.

Can I drive from Eastern Cape to Polokwane?

Yes, the driving distance between Eastern Cape to Polokwane is 1377 km. It takes approximately 14h 50m to drive from Eastern Cape to Polokwane.

Where can I stay near Polokwane?

There are 49+ hotels available in Polokwane.

Eastern Cape to Polokwane - 7 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and car train

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There are 7 ways to get from Eastern Cape to Polokwane by plane, bus, car, car train, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly from Port Elizabeth
best
1. Fly from Port Elizabeth (PLZ) to Gateway International Airport (PTG)plane PLZ - PTG
3h 45m
R 1,335–3,566
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Polokwanebus
21h 48m
R 780–1,337
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Gqeberha to Moltenocar
2. Take the car train from Molteno to Germistoncartrain
3. Drive from Germiston to Polokwanecar
21h 59m
R 1,942–2,940
Drive 1,377.1 km
1. Drive from Gqeberha to Polokwanecar 1,377.1 km
14h 50m
R 3,103–4,482
Fly from East London
1. Fly from East London (ELS) to Gateway International Airport (PTG)plane ELS - PTG
3h 51m
R 1,647–4,680
Fly from Mthatha Airport
1. Fly from Mthatha Airport (UTT) to Gateway International Airport (PTG)plane UTT - PTG
7h 38m
R 3,564–11,201
Bus via Midrand
1. Take the bus from Port Elizabeth to Midrandbus
2. Take the bus from Midrand to Polokwanebus
24h 8m
R 878–1,619

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) to Gateway International Airport (PTG) flights

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3h 52mAverage Duration

R 1,221Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Eastern Cape to Polokwane.

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Distance: 1,196.8 km
Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Eastern Cape, South Africa and Polokwane, South Africa?

Airlink, Safair, and South African Airways fly from Port Elizabeth (PLZ) to Gateway International Airport (PTG) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Elizabeth to Polokwane via Johannesburg in around 21h 48m.

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