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

The cheapest way to get from Johannesburg to Uitenhage is to bus which costs R 600 - R 750 and takes 16h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Johannesburg to Uitenhage is to fly which takes 3h 32m and costs R 1 700 - R 3 200.

Is there a direct bus between Johannesburg and Uitenhage?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Jonannesburg and arriving at Uitenhage. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16h 39m.

How far is it from Johannesburg to Uitenhage?

The distance between Johannesburg and Uitenhage is 972 km. The road distance is 1046.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Johannesburg to Uitenhage without a car is to bus which takes 16h 39m and costs R 600 - R 750.

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

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Johannesburg to Uitenhage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Johannesburg to Uitenhage bus from?

Johannesburg to Uitenhage bus services, operated by Greyhound ZA, depart from Jonannesburg station.

Bus or fly from Johannesburg to Uitenhage?

The best way to get from Johannesburg to Uitenhage is to fly which takes 3h 32m and costs R 1 700 - R 3 200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 600 - R 750 and takes 16h 39m.

Where does the Johannesburg to Uitenhage bus arrive?

Johannesburg to Uitenhage bus services, operated by Greyhound ZA, arrive at Uitenhage station.

Can I drive from Johannesburg to Uitenhage?

Yes, the driving distance between Johannesburg to Uitenhage is 1046 km. It takes approximately 11h 17m to drive from Johannesburg to Uitenhage.

Where can I stay near Uitenhage?

There are 36+ hotels available in Uitenhage.

Johannesburg to Uitenhage - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, car train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Johannesburg to Uitenhage by plane, bus (Greyhound), car train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Port Elizabeth (PLZ)plane JNB - PLZ
3h 32m
R 1,770–3,163
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Jonannesburg to Uitenhagebus
16h 39m
R 600–750
Car train, drive
1. Take the cartrain from Johannesburg Park to Moltenocartrain 74013
2. Drive from Molteno to Uitenhagecar
19h 17m
R 1,250–1,880
Drive 1,046.1 km
1. Drive from Johannesburg to Uitenhagecar 1,046.1 km
11h 17m
R 2,350–3,394

Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Port Elizabeth (PLZ) flights

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1h 56mAverage Duration

R 827Cheapest Price

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Distance: 971.6 km
Duration: 3h 32m

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

Safair, South African Airways, and two other airlines fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Port Elizabeth (PLZ) every 2 hours. Alternatively, Greyhound ZA operates a bus from Jonannesburg to Uitenhage once daily. Tickets cost R 600–750 and the journey takes 16h 39m.

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