What is the cheapest way to get from Kimberley to Beaufort West?

The cheapest way to get from Kimberley to Beaufort West is to car train which costs R 250 - R 270 and takes 9h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kimberley to Beaufort West?

The fastest way to get from Kimberley to Beaufort West is to bus which takes 6h 15m and costs R 400 - R 650.

Is there a direct bus between Kimberley and Beaufort West?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tourist Info Center and arriving at Bird St. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Kimberley and Beaufort West?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kimberley and arriving at Beaufort West. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 9h 20m.

How far is it from Kimberley to Beaufort West?

The distance between Kimberley and Beaufort West is 491 km. The road distance is 492.9 km.

How do I travel from Kimberley to Beaufort West without a car?

The best way to get from Kimberley to Beaufort West without a car is to bus which takes 6h 15m and costs R 400 - R 650.

How long does it take to get from Kimberley to Beaufort West?

The bus from Tourist Info Center to Bird St takes 6h 15m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Kimberley to Beaufort West bus from?

Kimberley to Beaufort West bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, depart from Tourist Info Center station.

Where do I catch the Kimberley to Beaufort West train from?

Kimberley to Beaufort West train services, operated by Shosholoza Meyl, depart from Kimberley station.

Where does the Kimberley to Beaufort West bus arrive?

Kimberley to Beaufort West bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, arrive at Bird St station.

Where does the Kimberley to Beaufort West train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kimberley to Beaufort West?

Yes, the driving distance between Kimberley to Beaufort West is 493 km. It takes approximately 6h 44m to drive from Kimberley to Beaufort West.

Where can I stay near Beaufort West?

There are 92+ hotels available in Beaufort West.

Kimberley to Beaufort West - 4 ways to travel via bus, car train, car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kimberley to Beaufort West by bus (Greyhound), car train, car, plane, or bus

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Tourist Info Center to Bird Stbus
6h 15m
R 400–650
Car train
cheapest
1. Take the car train from Kimberley to Beaufort Westcartrain
9h 20m
R 250–270
Drive 492.9 km
1. Drive from Kimberley to Beaufort Westcar 492.9 km
6h 44m
R 1,116–1,612
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Kimberley (KIM) to George Airport (GRJ)plane KIM - GRJ
2. Take the bus from St Marks Square to Beaufort Westbus
8h 59m
R 1,918–4,265

Kimberley to Beaufort West by bus

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6h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 491 km
Duration: 6h 15m

What companies run services between Kimberley, South Africa and Beaufort West, South Africa?

Eagle Liner operates a bus from Tourist Info Center to Bird St twice daily. Tickets cost R 400–420 and the journey takes 6h 15m. Greyhound ZA also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Shosholoza Meyl operates a vehicle from Kimberley to Beaufort West once a week. Tickets cost R 250–270 and the journey takes 9h 20m.

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