How to travel from George to Port Elizabeth, South Africa

The distance between George and Port Elizabeth is around 323km (201 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 3h 40m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from George to Port Elizabeth by bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out Port ElizabethGeorge if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from George (GRJ) to Port Elizabeth (PLZ).

  • Duration3h 50m
  • Flight time3h 35m
  • Typical cost
    ZAR 3,425($200)
Operated by

Safair

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bus
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Bus to Port Elizabeth

Take the bus to Port Elizabeth.

  • Duration4h 20m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ZAR 580($34)
Operated by

Greyhound ZA

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car
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Drive

Drive to Port Elizabeth.

  • Duration3h 40m
  • Distance323km (201 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between George and Port Elizabeth

There are several options for getting from George to Port Elizabeth by bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ZAR 255 ($15) and will take around 5h 20m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 3h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ZAR 770 ($45).

The distance between George and Port Elizabeth is around 323km (201 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 292km (181 miles)

It takes around 5h 20m to get from George and Port Elizabeth by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 40m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from George to Port Elizabeth is to drive which takes around 3h 40m and will set you back approx ZAR 770 ($45).

The cheapest way to travel between George and Port Elizabeth, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ZAR 255 ($15) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between George and Port Elizabeth. We recommend that you drive to Port Elizabeth. instead which will take 3h 40m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from George and Port Elizabeth. It typically takes around 5h 20m and departs once daily.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between George and Port Elizabeth with no changeovers required. The bus runs once daily and takes 5h 20m.

TransLux Express and Greyhound ZA run regular bus services between George and Port Elizabeth. Buses run once daily and take around 5h 20m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from George and Port Elizabeth. Flights depart from George (GRJ) and arrive at Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - via Johannesburg (JNB). The flight takes around 3h 35m.

There is no direct flight from George to Port Elizabeth. There is however a flight that goes via Johannesburg (JNB). This services will take at least 3h 50m (not including layover time).

The flight from George to Port Elizabeth typically takes around 3h 35m. Flights depart from George (GRJ) and and arrive into Port Elizabeth (PLZ).

The closest major airport to Port Elizabeth is Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ) (PLZ) which is approximately 3km (2 miles) from Port Elizabeth. Plettenberg Bay Airport (PBZ) (PBZ) and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) (CPT) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from George and Port Elizabeth. The distance is around 323km (201 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 40m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from George to Port Elizabeth is to take the bus which takes, on average, 5h 20m and will usually cost around ZAR 255 ($15).

How do I get from George to Port Elizabeth

Compare travel optionsbetween George and Port Elizabeth

Transport options from George to Port Elizabeth
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
3h 50m
ZAR 3,425($200)
on demand1,963km (1,220 miles)
Bus to Port Elizabeth + 1 similar
4h 20m
ZAR 580($34)
once daily336km (209 miles)
Bus5h 20m
ZAR 255($15)
once daily332km (206 miles)
Drive
3h 40m
ZAR 770($45)
on demand323km (201 miles)

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Airports near Port Elizabeth

The following major airports near Port Elizabeth offer regular flights to various popular destinations within South Africa and internationally.

PLZ
Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
3km (2 miles) from Port Elizabeth
PBZ
Plettenberg Bay Airport (PBZ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
212km (132 miles) from Port Elizabeth
CPT
Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
International Airport
Distance
648km (402 miles) from Port Elizabeth