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Zimbabwe, Zimbabwe → Cape Town, The Republic of South Africa

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Three ways to Travel from Zimbabwe to Cape Town

Composite routes from Zimbabwe to Cape Town

Cheapest
25 h 19 min
Car
2458 km.
from $135
Other
40 h 35 min
2054 km.
from $94.78

Transport providers

Airlines

South African Airways

Website:
flysaa.com/
Plane from Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport to Cape
Ave. Duration:
5h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$255.77–$626.63

Safair

Website:
flysafair.co.za/
Plane from Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport to Cape
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$230.19–$396.44
Plane from Bulawayo to Cape
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$191.83–$319.71

Kenya Airways

Website:
kenya-airways.com/
Plane from Bulawayo to Cape
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$281.34–$959.13

CemAir

Website:
flycemair.co.za/
Plane from Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport to Cape
Ave. Duration:
6h 35m
Frequency:
Friday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$383.65–$959.13

Airlink

Phone:
+27 11 451 7300
Website:
flyairlink.com/
Plane from Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport to Cape
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$230.19–$562.69
Plane from Bulawayo to Cape
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$306.92–$767.30

Bus operators

Greyhound ZA

Phone:
+27 11 611 8000
Email:
Website:
greyhound.co.za
Bus from Park Station to Cape
Ave. Duration:
19h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$43.48–$62.66

Eagle Liner

Phone:
+27 87 150 1895
Email:
Website:
eagleliner.co.za
Bus from Park Station to Cape
Ave. Duration:
17h 35m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$25.58–$83.12

City Bus Coaches

Phone:
+267 318 8243
Email:
Website:
citybuscoaches.com/
Bus from Harare to Johannesburg
Ave. Duration:
22h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$57.82

Tamuka Coaches

Phone:
+27 84 575 4609
Website:
tamukacoaches.com/
Bus from Harare to Cape
Ave. Duration:
33h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$113.68

Train operators

Shosholoza Meyl

Phone:
011 013 0231
Email:
Website:
res.prasa.com/shosholozameyl/Booking
Train from Klerksdorp to Cape
Ave. Duration:
33h 35m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$27.16–$43.58

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Zimbabwe to Cape Town is to bus via Johannesburg which costs $70.65 - $119.57 and takes 40h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zimbabwe to Cape Town is to fly which takes 3h 52m and costs $163.04 - $369.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Zimbabwe and Cape Town?

No, there is no direct bus from Zimbabwe to Cape Town. However, there are services departing from Harare and arriving at Cape Town Stn via Park Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 35m.

How far is it from Zimbabwe to Cape Town?

The distance between Zimbabwe and Cape Town is 2203 km. The road distance is 2517.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Zimbabwe to Cape Town without a car is to bus which takes 33h 44m and costs $96.74 - $97.83 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Zimbabwe to Cape Town, including transfers.

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

Zimbabwe to Cape Town bus services, operated by City Bus Coaches, depart from Harare station.

Bus or fly from Zimbabwe to Cape Town?

The best way to get from Zimbabwe to Cape Town is to fly which takes 3h 52m and costs $163.04 - $369.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $96.74 - $97.83 and takes 33h 44m.

Where does the Zimbabwe to Cape Town bus arrive?

Zimbabwe to Cape Town bus services, operated by City Bus Coaches, arrive at Johannesburg station.

Can I drive from Zimbabwe to Cape Town?

Yes, the driving distance between Zimbabwe to Cape Town is 2518 km. It takes approximately 25h 51m to drive from Zimbabwe 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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