What is the cheapest way to get from Soweto to Johannesburg Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Soweto to Johannesburg Zoo is to drive which costs R 60 - R 90 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Soweto to Johannesburg Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Soweto to Johannesburg Zoo is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs R 440 - R 550.

Is there a direct bus between Soweto and Johannesburg Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Soweto to Johannesburg Zoo. However, there are services departing from Koma & Molele and arriving at Johannesburg Zoo via Lakeview and The Playground. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Soweto and Johannesburg Zoo?

No, there is no direct train from Soweto to Johannesburg Zoo. However, there are services departing from Merafe and arriving at Johannesburg via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from Soweto to Johannesburg Zoo?

The distance between Soweto and Johannesburg Zoo is 31 km. The road distance is 27 km.

How do I travel from Soweto to Johannesburg Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Soweto to Johannesburg Zoo without a car is to bus via Koma & Molele which takes 1h 21m and costs R 330 - R 390.

How long does it take to get from Soweto to Johannesburg Zoo?

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Soweto to Johannesburg Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Soweto to Johannesburg Zoo bus from?

Soweto to Johannesburg Zoo bus services, operated by Rea Vaya, depart from Lakeview station.

Where do I catch the Soweto to Johannesburg Zoo train from?

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

Train or bus from Soweto to Johannesburg Zoo?

The best way to get from Soweto to Johannesburg Zoo is to bus via Koma & Molele which takes 1h 21m and costs R 330 - R 390. Alternatively, you can train, which costs R 320 - R 370 and takes 1h 27m.

Where does the Soweto to Johannesburg Zoo bus arrive?

Soweto to Johannesburg Zoo bus services, operated by Rea Vaya, arrive at Joburg Theatre station.

Where does the Soweto to Johannesburg Zoo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Soweto to Johannesburg Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Soweto to Johannesburg Zoo is 27 km. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Soweto to Johannesburg Zoo.

Where can I stay near Johannesburg Zoo?

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

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

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Bus via Koma & Molele
best
1. Take the bus from Lakeview to Joburg Theatrebus Lakeview Station
2. Take the bus from The Playground to Johannesburg Zoobus Red Tour
1h 21m
R 337–388
Drive 27 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Soweto to Johannesburg Zoocar 27 km
22 min
R 61–88
Train
1. Take the train from Merafe to Johannesburgtrain
1h 27m
R 321–362
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Soweto to Johannesburg Zootaxi 27 km
22 min
R 440–550
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lakeview to Constitutional Hillbus Lakeview Station
2. Take the bus from Constitutional Hill to Johannesburg Zoobus Red Tour
2h 10m
R 327–375

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Distance: 30.7 km
Duration: 1h 21m

What companies run services between Soweto, South Africa and Johannesburg Zoo, South Africa?

You can take a bus from Koma & Molele to Johannesburg Zoo via Lakeview, Joburg Theatre, and The Playground in around 1h 21m. 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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