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Cape Town to Soweto

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By car (1 386 km)
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1386 km.
from $76
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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–$391.30

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–$391.30

Safair

Website:
flysafair.co.za/
Plane from Cape Town International Airport to O.R.
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$35.87–$173.91
Plane from Cape Town International Airport to Lanseria
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$45.65–$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:
$35.87–$51.09

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 to Johannesburg
Ave. Duration:
18h 27m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.74–$29.35

Train operators

Shosholoza Meyl

Phone:
011 013 0231
Email:
Website:
res.prasa.com/shosholozameyl/Booking
Train from Cape Town to Potchefstroom
Ave. Duration:
34h 55m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$22.33–$35.87

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cape Town to Soweto is to bus which costs $22.83 - $30.43 and takes 18h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cape Town to Soweto is to fly which takes 2h 50m and costs $81.52 - $195.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Cape Town and Soweto?

No, there is no direct bus from Cape Town to Soweto. However, there are services departing from Cape Town Stn and arriving at Koma & Molele via Park Station and Lakeview. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 7m.

Is there a direct flight between Cape Town and Soweto?

Yes, there are direct flights between Cape Town and Soweto; these take 2h and cost $35.87 - $130.43 .

How far is it from Cape Town to Soweto?

The distance between Cape Town and Soweto is 1339 km. The road distance is 1387 km.

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

The best way to get from Cape Town to Soweto without a car is to bus via Koma & Molele which takes 18h 7m and costs $22.83 - $70.65 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Cape Town to Soweto, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Cape Town to Soweto?

The best way to get from Cape Town to Soweto is to fly which takes 2h 50m and costs $81.52 - $195.65 . Alternatively, you can bus via Koma & Molele, which costs $22.83 - $70.65 and takes 18h 7m.

Where does the Cape Town to Soweto bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cape Town to Soweto?

Yes, the driving distance between Cape Town to Soweto is 1387 km. It takes approximately 14h 10m to drive from Cape Town to Soweto.

Where can I stay near Soweto?

There are 1320+ hotels available in Soweto. Prices start at $36.15 per night.
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