What is the cheapest way to get from Randburg to Soweto?

The cheapest way to get from Randburg to Soweto is to bus and train which costs R 25 - R 30 and takes 1h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Randburg to Soweto?

The fastest way to get from Randburg to Soweto is to taxi which takes 32 min and costs R 600 - R 750.

Is there a direct bus between Randburg and Soweto?

No, there is no direct bus from Randburg to Soweto. However, there are services departing from Beyers Naude & Judges and arriving at Lakeview via UJ Sophiatown Res. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 48 min.

Is there a direct train between Randburg and Soweto?

No, there is no direct train from Randburg to Soweto. However, there are services departing from Rosebank and arriving at Merafe via Johannesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from Randburg to Soweto?

The distance between Randburg and Soweto is 43 km. The road distance is 29.4 km.

How do I travel from Randburg to Soweto without a car?

The best way to get from Randburg to Soweto without a car is to bus which takes 48 min and costs R 30 - R 40.

How long does it take to get from Randburg to Soweto?

It takes approximately 48 min to get from Randburg to Soweto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Randburg to Soweto bus from?

Randburg to Soweto bus services, operated by Rea Vaya, depart from Beyers Naude & Judges station.

Where do I catch the Randburg to Soweto train from?

Randburg to Soweto train services, operated by Prasa, depart from Johannesburg station.

Train or bus from Randburg to Soweto?

The best way to get from Randburg to Soweto is to bus which takes 48 min and costs R 30 - R 40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs R 55 - R 70 and takes 1h 47m.

Where does the Randburg to Soweto bus arrive?

Randburg to Soweto bus services, operated by Rea Vaya, arrive at UJ Sophiatown Res station.

Where does the Randburg to Soweto train arrive?

Randburg to Soweto train services, operated by Prasa, arrive at Merafe station.

Can I drive from Randburg to Soweto?

Yes, the driving distance between Randburg to Soweto is 29 km. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Randburg to Soweto.

Where can I stay near Soweto?

There are 2047+ hotels available in Soweto.

Randburg to Soweto - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Randburg to Soweto by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Beyers Naude & Judges to UJ Sophiatown Resbus C4
2. Take the bus from UJ Sophiatown Res to Lakeviewbus Lakeview Station
48 min
R 32–40
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Beyers Naude & Judges to Park Stationbus C4
2. Take the train from Johannesburg to Merafetrain
1h 47m
R 25–30
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Randburg to Sowetotaxi 29.4 km
32 min
R 600–750
Drive 29.4 km
1. Drive from Randburg to Sowetocar 29.4 km
32 min
R 66–95
Train
1. Take the train from Johannesburg to Merafetrain
1h 47m
R 59–68

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Distance: 42.6 km
Duration: 48 min

What companies run services between Randburg, South Africa and Soweto, South Africa?

You can take a bus from Beyers Naude & Judges to Lakeview via UJ Sophiatown Res in around 48 min. Alternatively, Prasa operates a train from Johannesburg to Merafe hourly. Tickets cost R 11–13 and the journey takes 45 min.

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