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Bus Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth: Trip Overview
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Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth Buses
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Johannesburg - Port Elizabeth
How long is the trip from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth by bus?
The bus ride from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth takes 15h 15m, on average. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Port Elizabeth in 13h 20m
What is the travel distance from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth?
Johannesburg and Port Elizabeth are 892 km (553 miles) apart.
How many buses make the trip between Johannesburg and Port Elizabeth each day?
On average, there are 2 buses on this route, offered by Intercape, Big Sky and Intercity Xpress.
What time does the first bus depart from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth, and when is the last one?
You can catch the bus at 12:15pm for the first departure, and it runs until 7:00pm for the final departure. If you want a smooth trip, it's a good idea to arrive at the station early to check-in.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth?
Buses departing from Johannesburg Airport in Johannesburg will take you to Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central) in Port Elizabeth.
What is the cheapest way to get from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth?
Taking the bus is the most budget-friendly option to travel from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth. With a starting ticket price of $35, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.
How much does the bus ticket cost from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth?
The bus from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth will cost you $58, on average.
Is there an overnight bus from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth?
Yes! If you're heading from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth, you'll find buses departing until 7:00pm and arriving the next day.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $32 to $66 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2025-01-24.
Usually SLEEPLINER, MAINLINER will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
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If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth, get comfy and count the stars.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
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9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
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