East London to Johannesburg

East London to Johannesburg

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$24
 
 
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East London to Johannesburg Schedule

East London to Johannesburg Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
FlySafair Economy #FA38909:30 - 10:55ZAR 1,544
Intercape Mainliner 11:15 - 04:45ZAR 858
FlySafair Economy #FA24113:50 - 15:20ZAR 925
Intercape Luxury 15:00 - 08:00ZAR 572
Ilula Bus Luxury 16:00 - 05:45ZAR 413
Intercape Mainliner 19:00 - 08:45ZAR 748

Transportation from East London to Johannesburg

Facts about the transport from East London to Johannesburg

Cheapest Transport$24
Fastest Transport1h 20m
Earliest Departure6:00 AM
Latest Departure7:00 PM
Departures per day11
Distance763 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAirlink, Big Sky Express, CemAir, Delta Coaches, Eagle Liner, FlySafair, Greyhound Premium, Hahn Air Systems, Intercape, Intercity Xpress

How to get from East London to Johannesburg

When you want to get from East London to Johannesburg, 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 Flight. 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 37.84. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 23.08.

How far is East London from Johannesburg?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from East London to Johannesburg. Your trip will be a total of 475 miles (763 km). The flying distance is 705 miles (1134 km).

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

The travel time from East London to Johannesburg can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 16 hours.

How much does it cost to get from East London to Johannesburg?

The cost of the trip from East London to Johannesburg varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Delta Coaches: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 23.08 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 37.84.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 23.08 to USD 37.87;
  • Plane tickets - USD 56.32 to USD 110.43;

How many trips per day are there between East London and Johannesburg?

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 15:50 - you can also take a bus as late as 19:00. There are 11 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 East London to Johannesburg. 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 56.32.

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 East London to Johannesburg

Airlink, CemAir, FlySafair, Hahn Air Systems

Buses

Taking a bus from East London to Johannesburg 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 East London to Johannesburg

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from East London to Johannesburg? 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:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.