What is the cheapest way to get from Soweto to Melrose Arch?

The cheapest way to get from Soweto to Melrose Arch is to drive which costs R 70 - R 110 and takes 25 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Soweto to Melrose Arch?

The fastest way to get from Soweto to Melrose Arch is to drive which takes 25 min and costs R 70 - R 110.

Is there a direct bus between Soweto and Melrose Arch?

No, there is no direct bus from Soweto to Melrose Arch. However, there are services departing from Lakeview and arriving at Melrose Arch via Constitutional Hill. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Soweto and Melrose Arch?

No, there is no direct train from Soweto to Melrose Arch. However, there are services departing from Merafe and arriving at Rosebank via Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Soweto to Melrose Arch?

The distance between Soweto and Melrose Arch is 33 km. The road distance is 32.2 km.

How do I travel from Soweto to Melrose Arch without a car?

The best way to get from Soweto to Melrose Arch without a car is to bus which takes 1h 18m and costs R 320 - R 380.

How long does it take to get from Soweto to Melrose Arch?

It takes approximately 1h 18m to get from Soweto to Melrose Arch, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Soweto to Melrose Arch bus from?

Soweto to Melrose Arch bus services, operated by Rea Vaya, depart from Lakeview station.

Where do I catch the Soweto to Melrose Arch train from?

Soweto to Melrose Arch train services, operated by Prasa, depart from Merafe station.

Train or bus from Soweto to Melrose Arch?

The best way to get from Soweto to Melrose Arch is to bus which takes 1h 18m and costs R 320 - R 380. Alternatively, you can train, which costs R 55 - R 400 and takes 1h 23m.

Where does the Soweto to Melrose Arch bus arrive?

Soweto to Melrose Arch bus services, operated by Rea Vaya, arrive at Constitutional Hill station.

Where does the Soweto to Melrose Arch train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Soweto to Melrose Arch?

Yes, the driving distance between Soweto to Melrose Arch is 32 km. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Soweto to Melrose Arch.

Where can I stay near Melrose Arch?

There are 5429+ hotels available in Melrose Arch.

Soweto to Melrose Arch - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Soweto to Melrose Arch by bus, train, car, or taxi

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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 Melrose Archbus Red Tour
1h 18m
R 327–375
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Merafe to Johannesburgtrain
1h 23m
R 59–391
Drive 32.2 km
1. Drive from Soweto to Melrose Archcar 32.2 km
25 min
R 74–107
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Soweto to Melrose Archtaxi 32.2 km
25 min
R 650–800

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Distance: 32.6 km
Duration: 1h 18m

What companies run services between Soweto, South Africa and Melrose Arch, South Africa?

You can take a bus from Lakeview to Melrose Arch via Constitutional Hill in around 1h 18m. 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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