Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

Port Elizabeth
Cape Town
Mon, May 20
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$19
 
 
$32

Other Options

Port Elizabeth to Cape Town Schedule

Port Elizabeth to Cape Town Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Intercape Sleepliner 06:00 - 20:00ZAR 495
CemAir Economy 09:20 - 20:25ZAR 3,443
FlySafair Economy 13:55 - 22:20ZAR 2,279
FlySafair Economy #FA18114:00 - 15:25ZAR 1,686
APM WC Luxury 17:10 - 04:30ZAR 343
APM WC Luxury 19:00 - 05:25ZAR 343
Intercity Xpress Luxury 21:00 - 08:00ZAR 515
Intercape Luxury 22:40 - 09:55ZAR 539

Transportation from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

Facts about the transport from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

Cheapest Transport$19
Fastest Transport1h 25m
Earliest Departure8:05 AM
Latest Departure10:40 PM
Departures per day18
Distance725 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAirlink, APM WC, Eagle Liner, FlySafair, Hahn Air Systems, Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Williams Coaches

How to get from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

When you want to get from Port Elizabeth 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 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 31.91. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 18.77.

How far is Port Elizabeth from Cape Town?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town. Your trip will be a total of 451 miles (725 km). The flying distance is 749 miles (1205 km).

How long does it take to get from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?

The travel time from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town 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 Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?

The cost of the trip from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town 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 18.77 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 31.91.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 18.76 to USD 31.89;
  • Plane tickets - USD 77.50 to USD 179.08;

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

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 08:05 - you can also take a bus as late as 22:40. There are 18 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 Port Elizabeth 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 77.50.

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 Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

Airlink, FlySafair, Hahn Air Systems

Buses

Taking a bus from Port Elizabeth 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 Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Port Elizabeth 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:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.