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

The cheapest way to get from Eastern Cape to Western Cape is to bus which costs R 310 - R 650 and takes 12h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Eastern Cape to Western Cape is to fly which takes 1h 39m and costs R 850 - R 2 100.

Is there a direct bus between Eastern Cape and Western Cape?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Port Elizabeth and arriving at Cape Town. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 15m.

How far is it from Eastern Cape to Western Cape?

The distance between Eastern Cape and Western Cape is 661 km. The road distance is 750.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Eastern Cape to Western Cape without a car is to bus which takes 12h 15m and costs R 310 - R 650.

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

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Eastern Cape to Western Cape, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Eastern Cape to Western Cape?

The best way to get from Eastern Cape to Western Cape is to fly which takes 1h 39m and costs R 850 - R 2 100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 310 - R 650 and takes 12h 15m.

Where does the Eastern Cape to Western Cape bus arrive?

Eastern Cape to Western Cape bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, arrive at Cape Town station.

Can I drive from Eastern Cape to Western Cape?

Yes, the driving distance between Eastern Cape to Western Cape is 751 km. It takes approximately 8h 4m to drive from Eastern Cape to Western Cape.

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

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Where can I stay near Western Cape?

There are 1164+ hotels available in Western Cape.

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

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Fly Port Elizabeth to Cape Town International Airport
best
1. Fly from Port Elizabeth (PLZ) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)plane PLZ - CPT
1h 39m
R 870–2,046
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Elizabeth to Cape Townbus
12h 15m
R 310–650
Drive 750.7 km
1. Drive from Gqeberha to Cape Towncar 750.7 km
8h 4m
R 1,692–2,444
Fly East London to Cape Town International Airport
1. Fly from East London (ELS) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)plane ELS - CPT
2h 5m
R 1,132–2,760
Fly East London to George Airport
1. Fly from East London (ELS) to George Airport (GRJ)plane ELS - GRJ
3h 57m
R 2,247–4,480

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) flights

29Weekly Planes

1h 23mAverage Duration

R 769Cheapest Price

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Distance: 661 km
Duration: 1h 39m

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

Safair and Airlink fly from Port Elizabeth (PLZ) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Eagle Liner operates a bus from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town 4 times a day. Tickets cost R 310–650 and the journey takes 12h 15m. City to City also services this route once daily.

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