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

The cheapest way to get from Johannesburg to Phuthaditjhaba is to car train and drive which costs R 550 - R 850 and takes 5h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Johannesburg to Phuthaditjhaba is to bus and taxi which takes 3h 44m and costs R 850 - R 1 100.

How far is it from Johannesburg to Phuthaditjhaba?

The distance between Johannesburg and Phuthaditjhaba is 317 km. The road distance is 315.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Johannesburg to Phuthaditjhaba without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 3h 44m and costs R 850 - R 1 100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Johannesburg to Phuthaditjhaba, including transfers.

Can I drive from Johannesburg to Phuthaditjhaba?

Yes, the driving distance between Johannesburg to Phuthaditjhaba is 315 km. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Johannesburg to Phuthaditjhaba.

Where can I stay near Phuthaditjhaba?

There are 21+ hotels available in Phuthaditjhaba.

Johannesburg to Phuthaditjhaba - 5 ways to travel via bus, taxi, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Johannesburg to Phuthaditjhaba by bus, taxi, car, plane, or car train

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Bus, taxi (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Harrismithbus 17202 / ...
2. Take the taxi from Harrismith to Phuthaditjhabataxi
3h 44m
R 853–1,038
Car train, drive
cheapest
1. Take the cartrain from Johannesburg Park to Sasolburgcartrain 74013
2. Drive from Sasolburg to Phuthaditjhabacar
5h 41m
R 591–847
Drive 315.3 km
1. Drive from Johannesburg to Phuthaditjhabacar 315.3 km
3h 45m
R 705–1,019
Fly, bus, taxi
1. Fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Pietermaritzburg (PZB)plane JNB - PZB
2. Take the bus from Burger St to Engen Bergview 1 Stopbus
3. Take the taxi from Engen Bergview 1 Stop to Phuthaditjhabataxi
6h 16m
R 2,675–4,103
Bus, taxi via Harrismith
1. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Engen Bergview 1 Stopbus
2. Take the taxi from Engen Bergview 1 Stop to Phuthaditjhabataxi
4h 17m
R 605–914

Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Pietermaritzburg (PZB) flights

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1h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 317 km
Duration: 3h 44m

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

There is no direct connection from Johannesburg to Phuthaditjhaba. However, you can take the bus to Harrismith then take the taxi to Phuthaditjhaba. Alternatively, you can drive from Johannesburg to Phuthaditjhaba in around 3h 45m.

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