What is the cheapest way to get from Soweto to Houghton Estate?

The cheapest way to get from Soweto to Houghton Estate is to train which costs R 55 - R 70 and takes 1h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Soweto to Houghton Estate?

The fastest way to get from Soweto to Houghton Estate is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs R 470 - R 600.

Is there a direct bus between Soweto and Houghton Estate?

No, there is no direct bus from Soweto to Houghton Estate. However, there are services departing from Lakeview and arriving at Monroe Drive via Constitutional Hill. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 58 min.

Is there a direct train between Soweto and Houghton Estate?

No, there is no direct train from Soweto to Houghton Estate. However, there are services departing from Merafe and arriving at Rosebank via Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Soweto to Houghton Estate?

The distance between Soweto and Houghton Estate is 27 km. The road distance is 29 km.

How do I travel from Soweto to Houghton Estate without a car?

The best way to get from Soweto to Houghton Estate without a car is to bus which takes 58 min and costs R 320 - R 380.

How long does it take to get from Soweto to Houghton Estate?

It takes approximately 58 min to get from Soweto to Houghton Estate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Soweto to Houghton Estate bus from?

Soweto to Houghton Estate bus services, operated by Rea Vaya, depart from Lakeview station.

Where do I catch the Soweto to Houghton Estate train from?

Soweto to Houghton Estate train services, operated by Prasa, depart from Merafe station.

Train or bus from Soweto to Houghton Estate?

The best way to get from Soweto to Houghton Estate is to bus which takes 58 min and costs R 320 - R 380. Alternatively, you can train, which costs R 55 - R 70 and takes 1h 25m.

Where does the Soweto to Houghton Estate bus arrive?

Soweto to Houghton Estate bus services, operated by Rea Vaya, arrive at Constitutional Hill station.

Where does the Soweto to Houghton Estate train arrive?

Soweto to Houghton Estate train services, operated by Prasa, arrive at Johannesburg station.

Can I drive from Soweto to Houghton Estate?

Yes, the driving distance between Soweto to Houghton Estate is 29 km. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Soweto to Houghton Estate.

Where can I stay near Houghton Estate?

There are 5339+ hotels available in Houghton Estate.

Soweto to Houghton Estate - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Soweto to Houghton Estate by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Lakeview to Constitutional Hillbus Lakeview Station
2. Take the bus from Constitutional Hill to Monroe Drivebus Red Tour
58 min
R 327–375
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Merafe to Johannesburgtrain
1h 25m
R 58–66
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Soweto to Houghton Estatetaxi 29 km
23 min
R 470–600
Drive 29 km
1. Drive from Soweto to Houghton Estatecar 29 km
23 min
R 66–95

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Distance: 26.6 km
Duration: 58 min

What companies run services between Soweto, South Africa and Houghton Estate, South Africa?

You can take a bus from Lakeview to Monroe Drive via Constitutional Hill in around 58 min. Alternatively, Prasa operates a train from Merafe to Johannesburg hourly. Tickets cost R 11–13 and the journey takes 46 min.

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