Transport

The public transport system in South Africa cannot be compared with that of first World countries. However, it can be rated as the best on the African continent. There are reliable and regular connections of buses, trains and flights in and between all the major cities of South Africa. South Africa has no trams and subways, in their place it has the so so-called "mini-buses” and" Rikkis” which are very popular and a great way to get from A to B. Generally, the public transport in and around the city centers of Cape Town, Johannesburg, Durban and Pretoria is good. Foreigners might need some time and patience to get used to the timetables and punctuality. After dark public transport should not be used.

 

Flights

South Africa has 10 airports including the three international ones in Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban. The other seven domestic airports are situated in Bloemfontein, Port Elizabeth, East London, George, Kimberley, Upington and

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Train

Trains Trains run from Cape Town to Johannesburg four times a week and the travel time is 27 hours. Weekly trains run from Cape Town to Durban with a journey time of 38 hours. The trains have sleeping cabins and restaurants.

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Minibus in Cape Town

 

Golden Arror bus in Cape Town

 

Buses/ Minibus taxis / Taxis

Regular and reliable bus connections exist between all major cities. The buses are often air-conditioned and comfortable. The central bus station in Cape Town is in Adderley Street, opposite the central railway station. From there the buses run to

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Cars

Car rental agencies are located at the airport and also in the city centre of Cape Town. Well known car rental agencies, such as Hertz, Avis, Europcar etc are present in every major city, including Cape Town. The prices differ significantly and bookings

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Bicycles/ Scooters

Bikes are not common as a means of transport in the Cape Town region. Cycle tracks are very rare and the transportation network is not suited to cyclists. Cyclists are easily overlooked and it can therefore be quite dangerous. However, off road cycling and

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