Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

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Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth Schedule

Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
FlySafair Economy #FA36906:15 - 08:00ZAR 2,634
FlySafair Economy #FA63208:00 - 09:45ZAR 925
Intercape Mainliner 11:45 - 06:40ZAR 638
FlySafair Economy #FA37513:15 - 15:00ZAR 1,024
Intercape Budgetliner 15:30 - 02:45ZAR 561
Intercape Mainliner 17:00 - 10:50ZAR 638
Eagle Liner Luxury 19:00 - 10:10ZAR 681

Transportation from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

Facts about the transport from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

Cheapest Transport$23
Fastest Transport1h 35m
Earliest Departure6:00 AM
Latest Departure7:30 PM
Departures per day10
Distance938 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAirlink, APM WC, Big Sky Express, CemAir, Eagle Liner, FlySafair, Greyhound Premium, Hahn Air Systems, Intercape, Intercity Xpress, South African Airways

How to get from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

When you want to get from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth, 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 38.64. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 22.08.

How far is Johannesburg from Port Elizabeth?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth. Your trip will be a total of 583 miles (938 km). The flying distance is 837 miles (1346 km).

How long does it take to get from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth?

The travel time from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 19 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth?

The cost of the trip from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth 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 22.08 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 38.64.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 22.09 to USD 38.66;
  • Plane tickets - USD 62.04 to USD 108.68;

How many trips per day are there between Johannesburg and Port Elizabeth?

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 12:15 - you can also take a bus as late as 19:30. There are 10 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 Port Elizabeth. 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 62.04.

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 Port Elizabeth

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

Buses

Taking a bus from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth 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 Port Elizabeth

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth? 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.