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Soweto to East London

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11 h 36 min
950 km.
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Four ways to Travel from Soweto to East London

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By car (950 km)
11 h 36 min
950 km.
from $52
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Rideshare
11 h 36 min
950 km.
from $12.39
Train, Bus
18 h 1 min
750 km.
from $61.83

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
Plane from Lanseria International Airport to East
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$76.73–$230.19

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
Email:
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
Email:
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
Email:
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
Email:
Website:
gautrain.co.za
Train from Park to Pretoria
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.05–$6.32

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Soweto to East London is to bus which costs $23.91 - $45.65 and takes 13h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Soweto to East London is to fly which takes 2h 15m and costs $81.52 - $239.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Soweto and East London?

No, there is no direct bus from Soweto to East London. However, there are services departing from Lakeview and arriving at East London Stn via Johannesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 51m.

How far is it from Soweto to East London?

The distance between Soweto and East London is 829 km. The road distance is 950.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Soweto to East London without a car is to bus which takes 13h 51m and costs $23.91 - $45.65 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Soweto to East London, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Soweto to East London?

The best way to get from Soweto to East London is to fly which takes 2h 15m and costs $81.52 - $239.13 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $23.91 - $45.65 and takes 13h 51m.

Where does the Soweto to East London bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Soweto to East London?

Yes, the driving distance between Soweto to East London is 950 km. It takes approximately 11h 37m to drive from Soweto to East London.

Which airlines fly from O.R. Tambo International Airport Airport to East London Airport?

CemAir, Airlink and Safair offer flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport Airport to East London Airport.

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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