What is the cheapest way to get from Soweto to Eastern Cape?

The cheapest way to get from Soweto to Eastern Cape is to bus which costs R 490 - R 1 000 and takes 17h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Soweto to Eastern Cape?

The fastest way to get from Soweto to Eastern Cape is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 13m and costs R 3 300 - R 6 000.

Is there a direct bus between Soweto and Eastern Cape?

No, there is no direct bus from Soweto to Eastern Cape. However, there are services departing from Johannesburg and arriving at Port Elizabeth via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 31m.

How far is it from Soweto to Eastern Cape?

The distance between Soweto and Eastern Cape is 824 km. The road distance is 1048.9 km.

How do I travel from Soweto to Eastern Cape without a car?

The best way to get from Soweto to Eastern Cape without a car is to bus which takes 17h 31m and costs R 490 - R 1 000.

How long does it take to get from Soweto to Eastern Cape?

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Soweto to Eastern Cape, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Soweto to Eastern Cape bus from?

Soweto to Eastern Cape bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, depart from Johannesburg station.

Where does the Soweto to Eastern Cape bus arrive?

Soweto to Eastern Cape bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, arrive at Port Elizabeth station.

Can I drive from Soweto to Eastern Cape?

Yes, the driving distance between Soweto to Eastern Cape is 1049 km. It takes approximately 11h 49m to drive from Soweto to Eastern Cape.

Where can I stay near Eastern Cape?

There are 866+ hotels available in Eastern Cape.

Soweto to Eastern Cape - 8 ways to travel via taxi, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Soweto to Eastern Cape by taxi, plane, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Taxi to Johannesburg International Airport, fly to East London
best
1. Take the taxi from Soweto to Johannesburg-Airport-JNBtaxi
2. Fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to East London (ELS)plane JNB - ELS
2h 14m
R 1,922–3,411
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Port Elizabethbus
17h 31m
R 491–962
Drive 1,048.9 km
1. Drive from Soweto to Gqeberhacar 1,048.9 km
11h 49m
R 2,404–3,472
Taxi to Johannesburg International Airport, fly to Port Elizabeth
1. Take the taxi from Soweto to Johannesburg-Airport-JNBtaxi
2. Fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Port Elizabeth (PLZ)plane JNB - PLZ
2h 20m
R 1,862–3,501
Taxi to Johannesburg International Airport, fly to Mthatha Airport
1. Take the taxi from Soweto to Johannesburg-Airport-JNBtaxi
2. Fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Mthatha Airport (UTT)plane JNB - UTT
2h 13m
R 3,342–5,641
Taxi to Lanseria International Airport, fly to East London
1. Take the taxi from Soweto to Lanseria-Airport-HLAtaxi
2. Fly from Lanseria International Airport (HLA) to East London (ELS)plane HLA - ELS
5h 51m
R 2,211–5,098
Taxi to Lanseria International Airport, fly to Port Elizabeth
1. Take the taxi from Soweto to Lanseria-Airport-HLAtaxi
2. Fly from Lanseria International Airport (HLA) to Port Elizabeth (PLZ)plane HLA - PLZ
2h 42m
R 1,951–6,688
Bus via Port Elizabeth (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Jonannesburg to Port Elizabethbus
19h 16m
R 828–1,065

Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to East London (ELS) flights

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1h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 823.6 km
Duration: 2h 14m

What companies run services between Soweto, South Africa and Eastern Cape, South Africa?

Eagle Liner operates a bus from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth 4 times a day. Tickets cost R 520–900 and the journey takes 15h 45m. Two other operators also service this route.

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