Facts about the transport from Johannesburg to Polokwane
| Cheapest Transport | $21 |
| Fastest Transport | 55m |
| Earliest Departure | 6:35 AM |
| Latest Departure | 4:20 PM |
| Departures per day | 3 |
| Distance | 300 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Airlink, Intercape |
Johannesburg to Polokwane
Best Options
$136
$140
Other Options
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Transportation from Johannesburg to Polokwane
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Buses$ 20.73
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Flights$ 135.94
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Ferries are not available
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Popular Routes
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How to get from Johannesburg to Polokwane
Travelling between Johannesburg and Polokwane is possible by Flight and bus. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 139.29 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a flight which will set you back mere USD 135.95.
How long does it take to get from Johannesburg to Polokwane?
It can take you anywhere between 1 and 6 hours to travel between Johannesburg and Polokwane depending on the means of transport you choose.
Flight is the fastest way to travel between Johannesburg and Polokwane. Flight will bring you to your destination in 55m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 6h to reach Polokwane.
How much does it cost to get from Johannesburg to Polokwane?
Travelling between Johannesburg and Polokwane can be as cheap as USD 135.95 if you opt for a Airlink flight and as expensive as USD 139.29 if you buy a Airlink flight ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
How many trips per day are there between Johannesburg and Polokwane ?
- 3 from Johannesburg to Polokwane starting from 06:35 OR Tambo Airport until 16:20 OR Tambo Airport
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Johannesburg to Polokwane.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Flights
Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Johannesburg to Polokwane, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 135.94.Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.
If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.
In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.
Airlines flying between Johannesburg and Polokwane
Airlink
Bus
Travelling from Johannesburg to Polokwane overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Companies operating bus routes between Johannesburg and Polokwane
Intercape
What is the most popular transport to get from Johannesburg to Polokwane?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 100% opted for a bus