What is the cheapest way to get from Polokwane to Ballito?

The cheapest way to get from Polokwane to Ballito is to bus which costs R 1 000 - R 1 700 and takes 14h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Polokwane to Ballito?

The fastest way to get from Polokwane to Ballito is to fly which takes 3h 25m and costs R 3 400 - R 6 500.

Is there a direct bus between Polokwane and Ballito?

No, there is no direct bus from Polokwane to Ballito. However, there are services departing from Polokwane and arriving at Durban Airport via Johannesburg and Durban Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 49m.

How far is it from Polokwane to Ballito?

The distance between Polokwane and Ballito is 689 km. The road distance is 813 km.

How do I travel from Polokwane to Ballito without a car?

The best way to get from Polokwane to Ballito without a car is to bus which takes 14h 49m and costs R 1 000 - R 1 700.

How long does it take to get from Polokwane to Ballito?

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Polokwane to Ballito, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Polokwane to Ballito bus from?

Polokwane to Ballito bus services, operated by TransLux Express, depart from Polokwane station.

Bus or fly from Polokwane to Ballito?

The best way to get from Polokwane to Ballito is to fly which takes 3h 25m and costs R 3 400 - R 6 500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 1 000 - R 1 700 and takes 14h 49m.

Where does the Polokwane to Ballito bus arrive?

Polokwane to Ballito bus services, operated by TransLux Express, arrive at Johannesburg station.

Can I drive from Polokwane to Ballito?

Yes, the driving distance between Polokwane to Ballito is 813 km. It takes approximately 11h 23m to drive from Polokwane to Ballito.

Where can I stay near Ballito?

There are 1739+ hotels available in Ballito.

Polokwane to Ballito - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Polokwane to Ballito by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or taxi

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Fly to King Shaka International Airport
best
1. Fly from Gateway International Airport (PTG) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)plane PTG - DUR
3h 25m
R 3,462–6,437
Bus via Midrand
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Polokwane to Midrandbus
2. Take the bus from Midrand to Durbanbus
18h 31m
R 1,048–1,700
Bus
1. Take the bus from Polokwane to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Durban Bus Stnbus
14h 49m
R 1,082–1,651
Drive 813 km
1. Drive from Polokwane to Ballitocar 813 km
11h 23m
R 1,870–2,701
Fly to Pietermaritzburg, taxi
1. Fly from Gateway International Airport (PTG) to Pietermaritzburg (PZB)plane PTG - PZB
2. Take the taxi from Pietermaritzburg (PZB) to Ballitotaxi
7h 27m
R 5,482–8,397

Gateway International Airport (PTG) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR) flights

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4h 50mAverage Duration

R 1,506Cheapest Price

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Distance: 689.2 km
Duration: 3h 25m

What companies run services between Polokwane, South Africa and Ballito, South Africa?

Airlink and South African Airways fly from Gateway International Airport (PTG) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Polokwane to Ballito via Johannesburg, Durban Bus Stn, Durban Station, and Durban Airport in around 14h 49m.

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