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How to Travel from

Johannesburg to East London

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

Safair

Website:
flysafair.co.za/
Plane from O.R. Tambo International Airport to East
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$43.48–$255.77

CemAir

Website:
flycemair.co.za/
Plane from O.R. Tambo International Airport to East
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$140.67–$767.30

Airlink

Phone:
+27 11 451 7300
Website:
flyairlink.com/
Plane from O.R. Tambo International Airport to East
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$62.66–$230.19

Bus operators

Greyhound ZA

Phone:
+27 11 611 8000
Website:
greyhound.co.za
Bus from Johannesburg to East
Ave. Duration:
12h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$37.09–$51.15

Vilamora Tours

Phone:
087 153 3388
Website:
vila-mora.co.za/
Bus from Johannesburg to East
Ave. Duration:
12h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.13–$39.64

InterCape

Phone:
+27 (0)21 380 4400
Website:
intercape.co.za
Bus from Pretoria to East
Ave. Duration:
15h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$32.84–$61.38

Train operators

Gautrain

Phone:
+27 80 042 8872
Website:
gautrain.co.za
Train from Park to Pretoria
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.05–$6.32

Shosholoza Meyl

Phone:
011 013 0231
Website:
res.prasa.com/shosholozameyl/Booking
Train from Johannesburg Park to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
15h 34m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$18.95–$30.32

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Johannesburg to East London?

The cheapest way to get from Johannesburg to East London is to bus which costs $23.91 - $43.48 and takes 12h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Johannesburg to East London?

The fastest way to get from Johannesburg to East London is to fly which takes 1h 58m and costs $59.78 - $206.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Johannesburg and East London?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Johannesburg and arriving at East London Stn. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 25m.

How far is it from Johannesburg to East London?

The distance between Johannesburg and East London is 801 km. The road distance is 954.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Johannesburg to East London without a car is to bus which takes 12h 25m and costs $23.91 - $43.48 .

How long does it take to get from Johannesburg to East London?

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Johannesburg to East London, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Johannesburg to East London bus from?

Johannesburg to East London bus services, operated by Greyhound ZA, depart from Johannesburg station.

Bus or fly from Johannesburg to East London?

The best way to get from Johannesburg to East London is to fly which takes 1h 58m and costs $59.78 - $206.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $23.91 - $43.48 and takes 12h 25m.

Where does the Johannesburg to East London bus arrive?

Johannesburg to East London bus services, operated by Greyhound ZA, arrive at East London Stn station.

Can I drive from Johannesburg to East London?

Yes, the driving distance between Johannesburg to East London is 955 km. It takes approximately 11h 35m to drive from Johannesburg 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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