What is the cheapest way to get from Gauteng to Soweto?

The cheapest way to get from Gauteng to Soweto is to train which costs R 8 - R 9 and takes 45 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Gauteng to Soweto?

The fastest way to get from Gauteng to Soweto is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs R 130 - R 160.

Is there a direct bus between Gauteng and Soweto?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Library Gardens and arriving at Lakeview. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

Is there a direct train between Gauteng and Soweto?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Johannesburg and arriving at Merafe. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Gauteng to Soweto?

The distance between Gauteng and Soweto is 50 km. The road distance is 23.2 km.

How do I travel from Gauteng to Soweto without a car?

The best way to get from Gauteng to Soweto without a car is to bus which takes 26 min and costs R 24 - R 28.

How long does it take to get from Gauteng to Soweto?

The bus from Library Gardens to Lakeview takes 26 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Gauteng to Soweto bus from?

Gauteng to Soweto bus services, operated by Rea Vaya, depart from Library Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Gauteng to Soweto train from?

Gauteng to Soweto train services, operated by Metrorail, depart from Johannesburg station.

Train or bus from Gauteng to Soweto?

The best way to get from Gauteng to Soweto is to bus which takes 26 min and costs R 24 - R 28. Alternatively, you can train, which costs R 8 - R 9 and takes 45 min.

Where does the Gauteng to Soweto bus arrive?

Gauteng to Soweto bus services, operated by Rea Vaya, arrive at Lakeview station.

Where does the Gauteng to Soweto train arrive?

Gauteng to Soweto train services, operated by Metrorail, arrive at Merafe station.

Can I drive from Gauteng to Soweto?

Yes, the driving distance between Gauteng to Soweto is 23 km. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Gauteng to Soweto.

Where can I stay near Soweto?

There are 1688+ hotels available in Soweto.

Gauteng to Soweto - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Gauteng to Soweto by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Distance: 50.1 km
Duration: 26 min

What companies run services between Gauteng, South Africa and Soweto, South Africa?

Rea Vaya operates a bus from Library Gardens to Lakeview every 5 minutes. Tickets cost R 24–28 and the journey takes 26 min. Alternatively, Metrorail operates a train from Johannesburg to Merafe hourly. Tickets cost R 8–9 and the journey takes 45 min.

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