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

The cheapest way to get from Gauteng to East London is to bus which costs R 450 - R 800 and takes 14h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gauteng to East London is to fly which takes 1h 48m and costs R 1 200 - R 3 100.

Is there a direct bus between Gauteng and East London?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Johannesburg and arriving at East London Stn. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h 41m.

How far is it from Gauteng to East London?

The distance between Gauteng and East London is 791 km. The road distance is 948.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Gauteng to East London without a car is to bus which takes 14h 41m and costs R 450 - R 800.

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

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Gauteng to East London, including transfers.

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

Gauteng to East London bus services, operated by Greyhound ZA, depart from Johannesburg station.

Bus or fly from Gauteng to East London?

The best way to get from Gauteng to East London is to fly which takes 1h 48m and costs R 1 200 - R 3 100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 450 - R 800 and takes 14h 41m.

Where does the Gauteng to East London bus arrive?

Gauteng to East London bus services, operated by Greyhound ZA, arrive at East London Stn station.

Can I drive from Gauteng to East London?

Yes, the driving distance between Gauteng to East London is 949 km. It takes approximately 10h 15m to drive from Gauteng to East London.

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

Book your Gauteng to East London bus tickets online with 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near East London?

There are 525+ hotels available in East London.

Gauteng to East London - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car train

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to East London (ELS)plane JNB - ELS
1h 48m
R 1,225–3,029
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Johannesburg to East London Stnbus
14h 41m
R 450–800
Car train, drive
1. Take the car train from Johannesburg Park to Queenstowncartrain 74013
2. Drive from Queenstown to East Londoncar
17h 34m
R 720–1,130
Drive 948.9 km
1. Drive from Johannesburg to East Londoncar 948.9 km
10h 15m
R 2,143–3,096
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Park to Pretoriatrain North-South
2. Take the bus from Pretoria to East Londonbus
19h
R 580–1,000

Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to East London (ELS) flights

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1h 49mAverage Duration

R 956Cheapest Price

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Distance: 790.6 km
Duration: 1h 48m

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

Safair, CemAir, and Airlink fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to East London (ELS) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Greyhound ZA operates a bus from Johannesburg to East London Stn twice daily. Tickets cost R 550–800 and the journey takes 14h 41m. Vilamora Tours also services this route once daily.

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