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What is the best way to travel from East London to Polokwane?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Flights to Polokwane from East London. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
22h 15m
£36
£39
3
Flight
3h 30m
£105
£151
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What is the cheapest way to reach Polokwane from East London?

You can reach Polokwane with just £36 by taking a Bus from Intercape, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Friday
from £114
Saturday
from £41
Sunday
from £43
Monday
from £118
Tuesday
from £38
Wednesday
from £38
Thursday
from £36

    Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Safair
    16h 25m
    0
    18:05
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    10:30
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £114
  • Safair
    17h 20m
    0
    17:10
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    10:30
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £120
  • Safair
    20h 50m
    0
    13:40
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    10:30
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £149
  • South African Airlink
    21h 55m
    0
    12:35
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    10:30
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    South African Airlink
    Economy
    from £173
  • South African Airlink
    4h 40m
    0
    12:35
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    17:15
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    South African Airlink
    Economy
    from £250

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Intercape
    22h 45m
    0
    16:00
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    14:45
    Polokwane
    Grobler Street Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £41
  • Intercape
    22h 30m
    0
    16:00
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    14:30
    Polokwane
    Grobler Street Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £41
  • Intercape
    22h 15m
    0
    16:00
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    14:15
    Polokwane
    Grobler Street Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £41
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Safair
    5h 45m
    0
    09:30
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    15:15
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £145
  • Safair
    15h 55m
    0
    18:35
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    10:30
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £176
  • South African Airlink
    8h 0m
    0
    07:15
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    15:15
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    South African Airlink
    Economy
    from £179
  • Safair
    18h 40m
    0
    15:50
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    10:30
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £181
  • South African Airlink
    21h 55m
    0
    12:35
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    10:30
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    South African Airlink
    Economy
    from £304

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • Intercape
    22h 15m
    0
    16:00
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    14:15
    Polokwane
    Grobler Street Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £43
  • Intercape
    22h 30m
    0
    16:00
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    14:30
    Polokwane
    Grobler Street Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £43
  • Intercape
    22h 45m
    0
    16:00
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    14:45
    Polokwane
    Grobler Street Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £43

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Safair
    7h 45m
    0
    09:30
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    17:15
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £118
  • CemAir
    10h 15m
    0
    07:00
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    17:15
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    CemAir
    Economy
    from £121
  • South African Airlink
    10h 0m
    0
    07:15
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    17:15
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    South African Airlink
    Economy
    from £151
  • Safair
    13h 0m
    0
    18:05
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    07:05
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £151
  • CemAir
    3h 30m
    0
    07:00
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    10:30
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    CemAir
    Economy
    from £161

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • Intercape
    22h 15m
    0
    16:00
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    14:15
    Polokwane
    Grobler Street Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £38
  • Intercape
    22h 30m
    0
    16:00
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    14:30
    Polokwane
    Grobler Street Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £38
  • Intercape
    22h 45m
    0
    16:00
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    14:45
    Polokwane
    Grobler Street Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £38

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Intercape
    22h 15m
    0
    16:00
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    14:15
    Polokwane
    Grobler Street Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £38
  • Intercape
    22h 30m
    0
    16:00
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    14:30
    Polokwane
    Grobler Street Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £38
  • Intercape
    22h 45m
    0
    16:00
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    14:45
    Polokwane
    Grobler Street Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £38
  • Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Safair
    13h 0m
    0
    18:05
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    07:05
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £105
  • Safair
    17h 25m
    0
    13:40
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    07:05
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £108
  • CemAir
    3h 30m
    0
    07:00
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    10:30
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    CemAir
    Economy
    from £121
  • South African Airlink
    10h 0m
    0
    07:15
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    17:15
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    South African Airlink
    Economy
    from £151
  • South African Airlink
    4h 40m
    0
    12:35
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    17:15
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    South African Airlink
    Economy
    from £166

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • Intercape
    22h 15m
    0
    16:00
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    14:15
    Polokwane
    Grobler Street Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £36
  • Intercape
    22h 30m
    0
    16:00
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    14:30
    Polokwane
    Grobler Street Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £36
  • Intercape
    22h 45m
    0
    16:00
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    14:45
    Polokwane
    Grobler Street Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £36
  • Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • South African Airlink
    23h 50m
    0
    07:15
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    07:05
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    South African Airlink
    Economy
    from £119
  • Safair
    7h 45m
    0
    09:30
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    17:15
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £125
  • Safair
    3h 35m
    0
    13:40
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    17:15
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £128
  • CemAir
    3h 30m
    0
    07:00
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    10:30
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    CemAir
    Economy
    from £129
  • South African Airlink
    10h 0m
    0
    07:15
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    17:15
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    South African Airlink
    Economy
    from £139

What are the fastest trips from East London to Polokwane?

You can get to Polokwane from East London in just 3h 30m with a Flight from CemAir. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Friday
from 4h 40m
Saturday
from 5h 45m
Sunday
from 22h 15m
Monday
from 3h 30m
Tuesday
from 22h 15m
Wednesday
from 3h 30m
Thursday
from 3h 30m

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • South African Airlink
    4h 40m
    0
    12:35
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    17:15
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    South African Airlink
    Economy
    from £250
  • Safair
    16h 25m
    0
    18:05
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    10:30
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £114
  • Safair
    17h 20m
    0
    17:10
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    10:30
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £120
  • Safair
    20h 50m
    0
    13:40
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    10:30
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £149
  • South African Airlink
    21h 55m
    0
    12:35
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    10:30
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    South African Airlink
    Economy
    from £173

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Safair
    5h 45m
    0
    09:30
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    15:15
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £145
  • South African Airlink
    8h 0m
    0
    07:15
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    15:15
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    South African Airlink
    Economy
    from £179
  • Safair
    15h 55m
    0
    18:35
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    10:30
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £176
  • Safair
    18h 40m
    0
    15:50
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    10:30
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £181
  • South African Airlink
    21h 55m
    0
    12:35
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    10:30
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    South African Airlink
    Economy
    from £304
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Intercape
    22h 15m
    0
    16:00
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    14:15
    Polokwane
    Grobler Street Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £41
  • Intercape
    22h 30m
    0
    16:00
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    14:30
    Polokwane
    Grobler Street Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £41
  • Intercape
    22h 45m
    0
    16:00
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    14:45
    Polokwane
    Grobler Street Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £41

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • Intercape
    22h 15m
    0
    16:00
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    14:15
    Polokwane
    Grobler Street Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £43
  • Intercape
    22h 30m
    0
    16:00
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    14:30
    Polokwane
    Grobler Street Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £43
  • Intercape
    22h 45m
    0
    16:00
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    14:45
    Polokwane
    Grobler Street Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £43

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • CemAir
    3h 30m
    0
    07:00
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    10:30
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    CemAir
    Economy
    from £161
  • Safair
    7h 45m
    0
    09:30
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    17:15
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £118
  • South African Airlink
    10h 0m
    0
    07:15
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    17:15
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    South African Airlink
    Economy
    from £151
  • CemAir
    10h 15m
    0
    07:00
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    17:15
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    CemAir
    Economy
    from £121
  • Safair
    13h 0m
    0
    18:05
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    07:05
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £151

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • Intercape
    22h 15m
    0
    16:00
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    14:15
    Polokwane
    Grobler Street Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £38
  • Intercape
    22h 30m
    0
    16:00
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    14:30
    Polokwane
    Grobler Street Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £38
  • Intercape
    22h 45m
    0
    16:00
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    14:45
    Polokwane
    Grobler Street Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £38

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • CemAir
    3h 30m
    0
    07:00
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    10:30
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    CemAir
    Economy
    from £121
  • South African Airlink
    4h 40m
    0
    12:35
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    17:15
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    South African Airlink
    Economy
    from £166
  • South African Airlink
    10h 0m
    0
    07:15
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    17:15
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    South African Airlink
    Economy
    from £151
  • Safair
    13h 0m
    0
    18:05
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    07:05
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £105
  • Safair
    17h 25m
    0
    13:40
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    07:05
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £108
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • Intercape
    22h 15m
    0
    16:00
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    14:15
    Polokwane
    Grobler Street Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £38
  • Intercape
    22h 30m
    0
    16:00
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    14:30
    Polokwane
    Grobler Street Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £38
  • Intercape
    22h 45m
    0
    16:00
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    14:45
    Polokwane
    Grobler Street Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £38

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • CemAir
    3h 30m
    0
    07:00
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    10:30
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    CemAir
    Economy
    from £129
  • Safair
    3h 35m
    0
    13:40
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    17:15
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £128
  • Safair
    7h 45m
    0
    09:30
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    17:15
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    Safair
    Economy
    from £125
  • South African Airlink
    10h 0m
    0
    07:15
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    17:15
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    South African Airlink
    Economy
    from £139
  • South African Airlink
    23h 50m
    0
    07:15
    East London Airport
    East London Airport
    07:05
    Polokwane Airport
    Polokwane Airport
    0
    South African Airlink
    Economy
    from £119
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • Intercape
    22h 15m
    0
    16:00
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    14:15
    Polokwane
    Grobler Street Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £36
  • Intercape
    22h 30m
    0
    16:00
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    14:30
    Polokwane
    Grobler Street Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £36
  • Intercape
    22h 45m
    0
    16:00
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    14:45
    Polokwane
    Grobler Street Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £36
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from East London to Polokwane

What are the most popular stations in East London and Polokwane?

In East London, you will usually depart from Coach Station Intercape Office, Bus Stop or Windmill Mall, while in Polokwane you will be arriving at Shell Ultra City Gas Station, Shell Polokwane Gas Station or Mall Of The North, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Polokwane from East London? With 5 connections between 1 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between East London and Polokwane, you can pay as low as £36 with a Bus from Intercape.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from CemAir: you will get to Polokwane in just 3h 30m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting East London and Polokwane are Intercape, Safair and South African Airlink, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in East London and Polokwane is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from East London Airport or to Polokwane Airport, and look at flights from East London Airport, and landing at Polokwane Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from East London to Polokwane?

The most popular companies between East London and Polokwane, are Intercape, Safair and South African Airlink. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Intercape

Airlines: Safair, South African Airlink and CemAir

All you need to know when you travel from East London to Polokwane

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from East London to Polokwane. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from East London to Polokwane

How can I reach Polokwane from East London?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Polokwane from East London.

How far is Polokwane from East London?

The distance between East London and Polokwane is 1,024.9 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between East London and Polokwane?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 28 kgs of CO2, a train 36 kgs, a car 174 kgs, and a flight 252 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from East London to Polokwane?

You can get to Polokwane with just £36 by taking a Bus from Intercape.

What is the fastest way to get from East London to Polokwane?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Polokwane in just 3h 30m with a Flight from CemAir.

More routes to East London and to Polokwane

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to East London and to Polokwane. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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