Johannesburg to Cape Town

Johannesburg to Cape Town

Johannesburg
Cape Town
Mon, Jun 3
One Way
NaN Passengers

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$29
 
 
$83

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Johannesburg to Cape Town Schedule

Johannesburg to Cape Town Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
FlySafair Economy #FA20005:55 - 08:10ZAR 1,249
CemAir Economy #5Z83007:00 - 09:15ZAR 1,640
Hahn Air Systems Economy #H1687709:40 - 12:00ZAR 2,017
FlySafair Economy #FA20211:40 - 14:00ZAR 1,544
Hahn Air Systems Economy #H1972413:45 - 16:00ZAR 2,078
FlySafair Economy #FA30714:05 - 16:20ZAR 1,790
FlySafair Economy #FA20417:05 - 19:20ZAR 1,041
Intercape Mainliner 18:30 - 14:00ZAR 682
FlySafair Economy #FA12320:00 - 22:15ZAR 1,544

Transportation from Johannesburg to Cape Town

Facts about the transport from Johannesburg to Cape Town

Cheapest Transport$29
Fastest Transport2h
Earliest Departure5:55 AM
Latest Departure8:40 PM
Departures per day23
Distance1400 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAirlink, APM WC, Big Sky Express, CemAir, Delta Coaches, Eagle Liner, FFGERTSE, FlySafair, Greyhound Premium, Hahn Air Systems, Hahn Air Technologies, Intercape, Intercity Xpress, South African Airways, Wezwe Coaches

How to get from Johannesburg to Cape Town

When you want to get from Johannesburg to Cape Town, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Bus. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 82.61. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 28.16.

How far is Johannesburg from Cape Town?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Johannesburg to Cape Town. Your trip will be a total of 871 miles (1400 km). The flying distance is 846 miles (1360 km).

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

The travel time from Johannesburg to Cape Town can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 21 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Johannesburg to Cape Town?

The cost of the trip from Johannesburg to Cape Town varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is FFGERTSE: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 28.16 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 82.61.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Johannesburg to Cape Town:

  • Bus tickets - USD 28.17 to USD 82.61;
  • Plane tickets - USD 63.41 to USD 199.13;

How many trips per day are there between Johannesburg and Cape Town?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 07:15 - you can also take a bus as late as 19:15. There are 23 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Johannesburg to Cape Town. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 63.41.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Johannesburg to Cape Town

Airlink, CemAir, FlySafair, Hahn Air Systems, Hahn Air Technologies, South African Airways

Buses

Taking a bus from Johannesburg to Cape Town is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.
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The most popular transport from Johannesburg to Cape Town

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Johannesburg to Cape Town? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 72% decided to go for a bus.
  • 28% users took a plane.