Johannesburg to East London

Johannesburg to East London

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Johannesburg to East London Schedule

Johannesburg to East London Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
FlySafair Economy #FA24607:35 - 09:10ZAR 1,175
FlySafair Economy #FA72509:10 - 10:45ZAR 1,716
Airlink Economy #4Z91510:30 - 12:00ZAR 1,986
Intercape Mainliner 12:15 - 04:00ZAR 924
FlySafair Economy #FA38215:10 - 16:45ZAR 4,507
FlySafair Economy #FA24816:15 - 17:50ZAR 4,507
Ilula Bus Luxury 19:00 - 08:15ZAR 523
APM WC Luxury 20:00 - 09:30ZAR 515

Transportation from Johannesburg to East London

Facts about the transport from Johannesburg to East London

Cheapest Transport$21
Fastest Transport1h 30m
Earliest Departure6:20 AM
Latest Departure8:00 PM
Departures per day8
Distance709 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAirlink, APM WC, CemAir, Delta Coaches, Eagle Liner, FlySafair, Greyhound Premium, Hahn Air Systems, Intercape, Intercity Xpress

How to get from Johannesburg to East London

When you want to get from Johannesburg to East London, 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 34.91. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 20.31.

How far is Johannesburg from East London?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Johannesburg to East London. Your trip will be a total of 441 miles (709 km). The flying distance is 794 miles (1276 km).

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

The travel time from Johannesburg to East London can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 15 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Johannesburg to East London varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is APM WC: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 20.31 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 34.91.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 20.33 to USD 34.91;
  • Plane tickets - USD 65.84 to USD 133.94;

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

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 17:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 20:00. There are 8 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 East London. 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 65.84.

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 East London

Airlink, CemAir, FlySafair, Hahn Air Systems

Buses

Taking a bus from Johannesburg to East London 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 East London

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Johannesburg to East London? 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% users took a plane.