What is the cheapest way to get from Johannesburg to Kimberley?

The cheapest way to get from Johannesburg to Kimberley is to car train which costs R 250 - R 270 and takes 15h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Johannesburg to Kimberley?

The fastest way to get from Johannesburg to Kimberley is to fly which takes 1h 34m and costs R 2 100 - R 4 500.

Is there a direct bus between Johannesburg and Kimberley?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Park Station station and arriving at Long St. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Johannesburg and Kimberley?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Park Station station and arriving at Kimberley. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 15h 10m.

How far is it from Johannesburg to Kimberley?

The distance between Johannesburg and Kimberley is 482 km. The road distance is 474.4 km.

How do I travel from Johannesburg to Kimberley without a car?

The best way to get from Johannesburg to Kimberley without a car is to bus which takes 5h 55m and costs R 400 - R 650.

How long does it take to get from Johannesburg to Kimberley?

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Johannesburg to Kimberley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Johannesburg to Kimberley bus from?

Johannesburg to Kimberley bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, depart from Park Station.

Where do I catch the Johannesburg to Kimberley train from?

Johannesburg to Kimberley train services, operated by Shosholoza Meyl, depart from Park Station.

Bus or fly from Johannesburg to Kimberley?

The best way to get from Johannesburg to Kimberley is to fly which takes 1h 34m and costs R 2 100 - R 4 500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 400 - R 650 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Johannesburg to Kimberley bus arrive?

Johannesburg to Kimberley bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, arrive at Long St station.

Where does the Johannesburg to Kimberley train arrive?

Johannesburg to Kimberley train services, operated by Shosholoza Meyl, arrive at Kimberley station.

Can I drive from Johannesburg to Kimberley?

Yes, the driving distance between Johannesburg to Kimberley is 474 km. It takes approximately 5h 36m to drive from Johannesburg to Kimberley.

Where can I stay near Kimberley?

There are 187+ hotels available in Kimberley.

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There are 5 ways to get from Johannesburg to Kimberley by plane, bus (Greyhound), car train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Kimberley (KIM)plane JNB - KIM
1h 34m
R 2,135–4,418
Car train
cheapest
1. Take the cartrain from Park Station to Kimberleycartrain
15h 10m
R 250–270
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park Station to Long Stbus
5h 55m
R 400–650
Drive 474.4 km
1. Drive from Johannesburg to Kimberleycar 474.4 km
5h 36m
R 1,077–1,555
Bus via Klerksdorp (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Klerksdorpbus
2. Take the bus from Klerksdorp to Kimberleybus
8h 55m
R 959–1,230

Johannesburg to Kimberley by bus

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5h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 481.9 km
Duration: 1h 34m

What companies run services between Johannesburg, South Africa and Kimberley, South Africa?

CemAir and Airlink fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Kimberley (KIM) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Eagle Liner operates a bus from Park Station to Long St twice daily. Tickets cost R 400–420 and the journey takes 5h 55m. Greyhound ZA also services this route once daily.

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