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Cape Town to Johannesburg

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13 h 17 min
1398 km.
from $76
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Five ways to Travel from Cape Town to Johannesburg

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Cheapest
By car (1 398 km)
13 h 17 min
1398 km.
from $76
Fastest
Plane to Johannesburg (Lanseria International Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
13 h 17 min
1398 km.
from $18.23
Bus, Plane
4 h 31 min
1261 km.
from $117.89
Bus, Train
22 h 25 min
1261 km.
from $59.86

Transport providers

Airlines

Singapore Airlines

Website:
singaporeair.com/
Plane from Cape Town International Airport to O.R.
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$59.78–$413.04

FlexFlight ApS

Website:
flexflight.dk/
Plane from Cape Town International Airport to O.R.
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$45.65–$293.48

South African Airways

Website:
flysaa.com/
Plane from Cape Town International Airport to O.R.
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$59.78–$413.04

Safair

Website:
flysafair.co.za/
Plane from Cape Town International Airport to O.R.
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$36.96–$163.04
Plane from Cape Town International Airport to Lanseria
Ave. Duration:
2h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$36.96–$173.91

CemAir

Website:
flycemair.co.za/
Plane from Cape Town International Airport to O.R.
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.35–$217.39

Airlink

Phone:
+27 11 451 7300
Website:
flyairlink.com/
Plane from Cape Town International Airport to O.R.
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.35–$239.13

Global Aviation

Website:
g-airways.com/
Plane from Cape Town International Airport to O.R.
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$45.65–$293.48

Bus operators

Greyhound ZA

Phone:
+27 11 611 8000
Email:
Website:
greyhound.co.za
Bus from Cape Town Stn to Park
Ave. Duration:
19h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$36.96–$52.17

Eagle Liner

Phone:
+27 87 150 1895
Email:
Website:
eagleliner.co.za
Bus from Cape Town Stn to Park
Ave. Duration:
17h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$20.65–$65.22

City to City

Phone:
+27 11 774 3333
Website:
res.prasa.com/citytocity/booking
Bus from Cape Town Stn to Park
Ave. Duration:
18h 27m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.74–$30.43

InterCape

Phone:
+27 (0)21 380 4400
Email:
Website:
intercape.co.za
Bus from Old Marine Dr to Paul
Ave. Duration:
21h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$28.26–$76.09

Train operators

Gautrain

Phone:
+27 80 042 8872
Email:
Website:
gautrain.co.za
Train from Pretoria to Park
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.23–$5.28

Shosholoza Meyl

Phone:
011 013 0231
Email:
Website:
res.prasa.com/shosholozameyl/Booking
Train from Cape Town to Park
Ave. Duration:
41h 20m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$22.71–$39.13

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

The cheapest way to get from Cape Town to Johannesburg is to car train which costs $21.74 - $39.13 and takes 41h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

The fastest way to get from Cape Town to Johannesburg is to fly which takes 2h 33m and costs $59.78 - $163.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Cape Town and Johannesburg?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cape Town Stn and arriving at Park Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Cape Town and Johannesburg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cape Town and arriving at Park Station station. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 41h 20m.

How far is it from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

The distance between Cape Town and Johannesburg is 1312 km. The road distance is 1398.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Cape Town to Johannesburg without a car is to bus which takes 17h 30m and costs $20.65 - $65.22 .

How long does it take to get from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Cape Town to Johannesburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cape Town to Johannesburg bus from?

Cape Town to Johannesburg bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, depart from Cape Town Stn station.

Where do I catch the Cape Town to Johannesburg train from?

Cape Town to Johannesburg train services, operated by Shosholoza Meyl, depart from Cape Town station.

Bus or fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

The best way to get from Cape Town to Johannesburg is to fly which takes 2h 33m and costs $59.78 - $163.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $20.65 - $65.22 and takes 17h 30m.

Where does the Cape Town to Johannesburg bus arrive?

Cape Town to Johannesburg bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, arrive at Park Station.

Where does the Cape Town to Johannesburg train arrive?

Cape Town to Johannesburg train services, operated by Shosholoza Meyl, arrive at Park Station.

Can I drive from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Cape Town to Johannesburg is 1398 km. It takes approximately 14h 8m to drive from Cape Town to Johannesburg.

Where can I stay near Johannesburg?

There are 3345+ hotels available in Johannesburg. Prices start at $43.80 per night.
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