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

The cheapest way to get from Gauteng to Eastern Cape is to bus which costs R 480 - R 950 and takes 15h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gauteng to Eastern Cape is to fly which takes 1h 47m and costs R 2 500 - R 4 600.

Is there a direct bus between Gauteng and Eastern Cape?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Johannesburg and arriving at Port Elizabeth. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15h 45m.

How far is it from Gauteng to Eastern Cape?

The distance between Gauteng and Eastern Cape is 791 km. The road distance is 1058.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Gauteng to Eastern Cape without a car is to bus which takes 15h 45m and costs R 480 - R 950.

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

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Gauteng to Eastern Cape, including transfers.

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

Gauteng to Eastern Cape bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, depart from Johannesburg station.

Bus or fly from Gauteng to Eastern Cape?

The best way to get from Gauteng to Eastern Cape is to fly which takes 1h 48m and costs R 1 200 - R 3 100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 480 - R 950 and takes 15h 45m.

Where does the Gauteng to Eastern Cape bus arrive?

Gauteng to Eastern Cape bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, arrive at Port Elizabeth station.

Can I drive from Gauteng to Eastern Cape?

Yes, the driving distance between Gauteng to Eastern Cape is 1059 km. It takes approximately 11h 48m to drive from Gauteng to Eastern Cape.

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

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Where can I stay near Eastern Cape?

There are 829+ hotels available in Eastern Cape.

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

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

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Fly to East London
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 Port Elizabethbus
15h 45m
R 480–950
Car train, drive
1. Take the car train from Johannesburg Park to Moltenocartrain 74013
2. Drive from Molteno to Gqeberhacar
19h 11m
R 1,200–1,880
Drive 1,058.6 km
1. Drive from Johannesburg to Gqeberhacar 1,058.6 km
11h 48m
R 2,393–3,456
Fly to Port Elizabeth
1. Fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Port Elizabeth (PLZ)plane JNB - PLZ
1h 54m
R 1,115–2,219
Fly to Mthatha Airport
1. Fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Mthatha Airport (UTT)plane JNB - UTT
1h 47m
R 2,495–4,559
Bus via Port Elizabeth (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Jonannesburg to Port Elizabethbus
18h 13m
R 815–1,040

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

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1h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 790.6 km
Duration: 1h 48m

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

Safair, CemAir, and Airlink fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to East London (ELS) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Eagle Liner operates a bus from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth 4 times a day. Tickets cost R 520–900 and the journey takes 15h 45m. Two other operators also service this route.

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