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11 h 46 min
1053 km.
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Three ways to Travel from Cape Town to East London

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By car (1 053 km)
11 h 46 min
1053 km.
from $57
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Rideshare
11 h 46 min
1053 km.
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Transport providers

Airlines

Safair

Website:
flysafair.co.za/
Plane from Cape Town International Airport to East
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$45.65–$195.65

Bus operators

Eagle Liner

Phone:
+27 87 150 1895
Email:
Website:
eagleliner.co.za
Bus from Cape Town to East
Ave. Duration:
15h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.74–$48.91

TransLux Express

Phone:
+27 86 158 9282
Website:
res.prasa.com/translux/booking
Bus from Cape Town to East
Ave. Duration:
16h 19m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.83–$39.13

InterCape

Phone:
+27 (0)21 380 4400
Email:
Website:
intercape.co.za
Bus from Cape Town to East
Ave. Duration:
17h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$26.84–$53.26

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cape Town to East London?

The cheapest way to get from Cape Town to East London is to bus which costs $21.74 - $53.26 and takes 17h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cape Town to East London?

The fastest way to get from Cape Town to East London is to fly which takes 2h 1m and costs $53.26 - $103.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Cape Town and East London?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cape Town and arriving at East London. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17h 40m.

How far is it from Cape Town to East London?

The distance between Cape Town and East London is 891 km. The road distance is 1053.4 km.

How do I travel from Cape Town to East London without a car?

The best way to get from Cape Town to East London without a car is to bus which takes 17h 40m and costs $21.74 - $53.26 .

How long does it take to get from Cape Town to East London?

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Cape Town to East London, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cape Town to East London bus from?

Cape Town to East London bus services, operated by InterCape, depart from Cape Town station.

Train, bus or fly from Cape Town to East London?

The best way to get from Cape Town to East London is to fly which takes 2h 1m and costs $53.26 - $103.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $21.74 - $53.26 and takes 17h 40m. There are no good options to train between Cape Town to East London.

Where does the Cape Town to East London bus arrive?

Cape Town to East London bus services, operated by InterCape, arrive at East London station.

Can I drive from Cape Town to East London?

Yes, the driving distance between Cape Town to East London is 1053 km. It takes approximately 11h 45m to drive from Cape Town to East London.

Where can I stay near East London?

There are 420+ hotels available in East London. Prices start at $37.20 per night.
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