What is the cheapest way to get from Gaborone to East London?

The cheapest way to get from Gaborone to East London is to bus which costs R 700 - R 1 500 and takes 18h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gaborone to East London?

The fastest way to get from Gaborone to East London is to fly which takes 3h 50m and costs R 2 700 - R 8 500.

Is there a direct bus between Gaborone and East London?

No, there is no direct bus from Gaborone to East London. However, there are services departing from Gaborone and arriving at East London via Johannesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 15m.

How far is it from Gaborone to East London?

The distance between Gaborone and East London is 983 km. The road distance is 1139.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Gaborone to East London without a car is to bus which takes 18h 15m and costs R 700 - R 1 500.

How long does it take to get from Gaborone to East London?

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Gaborone to East London, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gaborone to East London bus from?

Gaborone to East London bus services, operated by AT and T Monnakgotla, depart from Gaborone station.

Bus or fly from Gaborone to East London?

The best way to get from Gaborone to East London is to fly which takes 3h 50m and costs R 2 700 - R 8 500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 700 - R 1 500 and takes 18h 15m.

Where does the Gaborone to East London bus arrive?

Gaborone to East London bus services, operated by AT and T Monnakgotla, arrive at Johannesburg station.

Can I drive from Gaborone to East London?

Yes, the driving distance between Gaborone to East London is 1140 km. It takes approximately 15h 4m to drive from Gaborone to East London.

Where can I stay near East London?

There are 519+ hotels available in East London.

Gaborone to East London - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Gaborone to East London by plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Gaborone (GBE) to East London (ELS)plane GBE - ELS
3h 50m
R 2,791–8,201
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gaborone to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to East Londonbus
18h 15m
R 723–1,420
Drive 1,139.8 km
1. Drive from Gaborone to East Londoncar 1,139.8 km
15h 4m
R 2,623–3,789
Bus via Gaborone
1. Take the bus from Gaborone to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to East Londonbus
20h 31m
R 936–1,253

Gaborone (GBE) to East London (ELS) flights

26Weekly Planes

4h 30mAverage Duration

R 2,230Cheapest Price

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Distance: 983.3 km
Duration: 3h 50m

What companies run services between Gaborone, Botswana and East London, South Africa?

Airlink, Safair, and two other airlines fly from Gaborone (GBE) to East London (ELS) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gaborone to East London via Johannesburg in around 18h 15m.

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