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Pretoria to Cape Town

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13 h 54 min
1454 km.
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Four ways to Travel from Pretoria to Cape Town

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Cheapest
By car (1 454 km)
13 h 54 min
1454 km.
from $79
Fastest
Plane from Pretoria (Lanseria International Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
13 h 54 min
1454 km.
from $18.97
Taxi, Plane
3 h 1 min
1307 km.
from $120.11

Transport providers

Airlines

Singapore Airlines

Website:
singaporeair.com/
Plane from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Cape
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$59.78–$467.39

FlexFlight ApS

Website:
flexflight.dk/
Plane from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Cape
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$52.17–$326.09

South African Airways

Website:
flysaa.com/
Plane from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Cape
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$59.78–$467.39

Safair

Website:
flysafair.co.za/
Plane from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Cape
Ave. Duration:
2h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$36.96–$173.91
Plane from Lanseria International Airport to Cape
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$41.30–$173.91

CemAir

Website:
flycemair.co.za/
Plane from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Cape
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.35–$217.39

Airlink

Phone:
+27 11 451 7300
Website:
flyairlink.com/
Plane from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Cape
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$59.78–$250.00

Global Aviation

Website:
g-airways.com/
Plane from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Cape
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$52.17–$326.09

Bus operators

Greyhound ZA

Phone:
+27 11 611 8000
Email:
Website:
greyhound.co.za
Bus from Pretoria to Cape
Ave. Duration:
21h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$36.96–$53.26

Eagle Liner

Phone:
+27 87 150 1895
Email:
Website:
eagleliner.co.za
Bus from Pretoria to Cape
Ave. Duration:
20h 5m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.74–$70.65

City to City

Phone:
+27 11 774 3333
Website:
res.prasa.com/citytocity/booking
Bus from Pretoria to Cape
Ave. Duration:
18h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$22.83–$30.43

InterCape

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

Train operators

Rovos Rail

Phone:
+27 (0)12 315 8242
Email:
Website:
rovos.com/
Train from Rovos Rail Station to Rovos
Ave. Duration:
4d
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,847.83–$3,913.04

Shosholoza Meyl

Phone:
011 013 0231
Email:
Website:
res.prasa.com/shosholozameyl/Booking
Train from Potchefstroom to Cape
Ave. Duration:
34h 55m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$23.09–$37.04

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Pretoria to Cape Town is to bus which costs $21.74 - $76.09 and takes 20h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pretoria to Cape Town is to taxi and fly which takes 3h 1m and costs $86.96 - $195.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Pretoria and Cape Town?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pretoria and arriving at Cape Town. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Pretoria and Cape Town?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rovos Rail Station station and arriving at Rovos Rail Lounge. Services depart once a week, and operate Friday. The journey takes approximately 4 days 0h.

How far is it from Pretoria to Cape Town?

The distance between Pretoria and Cape Town is 1341 km. The road distance is 1454 km.

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

The best way to get from Pretoria to Cape Town without a car is to bus which takes 20h 5m and costs $21.74 - $76.09 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Pretoria to Cape Town, including transfers.

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

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

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

Pretoria to Cape Town train services, operated by Rovos Rail, depart from Rovos Rail Station.

Train, bus or fly from Pretoria to Cape Town?

The best way to get from Pretoria to Cape Town is to bus which takes 20h 5m and costs $21.74 - $76.09 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $92.39 - $228.26 and takes 4h 17m, you could also train, which costs $1847.83 - $3913.04 and takes 4 days 0h.

Where does the Pretoria to Cape Town bus arrive?

Pretoria to Cape Town bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, arrive at Cape Town station.

Where does the Pretoria to Cape Town train arrive?

Pretoria to Cape Town train services, operated by Rovos Rail, arrive at Rovos Rail Lounge station.

Can I drive from Pretoria to Cape Town?

Yes, the driving distance between Pretoria to Cape Town is 1454 km. It takes approximately 14h 45m to drive from Pretoria to Cape Town.

Where can I stay near Cape Town?

There are 5912+ hotels available in Cape Town. Prices start at $45.60 per night.
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