How to travel from Oudtshoorn to Port Elizabeth, South Africa

The distance between Oudtshoorn and Port Elizabeth is around 381km (237 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 4h 25m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Oudtshoorn 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 ElizabethOudtshoorn if you're planning a return trip.

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Bus and Plane

Take the bus to George then fly from George (GRJ) to Port Elizabeth (PLZ).

  • Duration4h 50m
  • Flight time3h 35m
  • Typical cost
    ZAR 3,715($215)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Bus

Take the bus to George and then to Port Elizabeth.

  • Duration5h 40m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ZAR 720($42)
Operated by

Greyhound ZA

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Drive

Drive to Port Elizabeth.

  • Duration4h 25m
  • Distance381km (237 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Oudtshoorn and Port Elizabeth

There are several options for getting from Oudtshoorn to Port Elizabeth by bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ZAR 600 ($35) and will take around 7h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 4h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ZAR 925 ($54).

The distance between Oudtshoorn and Port Elizabeth is around 381km (237 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 318km (198 miles)

It takes around 5h 40m to get from Oudtshoorn and Port Elizabeth by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 4h 25m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Oudtshoorn to Port Elizabeth is to drive which takes around 4h 25m and will set you back approx ZAR 925 ($54).

The cheapest way to travel between Oudtshoorn and Port Elizabeth, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ZAR 600 ($35) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Oudtshoorn and Port Elizabeth. We recommend that you drive to Port Elizabeth. instead which will take 4h 25m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Oudtshoorn and Port Elizabeth. It typically takes around 5h 40m and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Oudtshoorn to Port Elizabeth. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in George. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 5h 40m.

Greyhound ZA and TransLux Express run regular bus services between Oudtshoorn and Port Elizabeth. Buses run once daily and take around 5h 40m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Oudtshoorn to Port Elizabeth. We recommend that you take the bus to George then fly from George (GRJ) to Port Elizabeth (PLZ). instead which will take 4h 50m.

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 Oudtshoorn and Port Elizabeth. The distance is around 381km (237 miles) by road and it will take around 4h 25m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Oudtshoorn to Port Elizabeth is to take the bus which takes, on average, 5h 40m and will usually cost around ZAR 720 ($42).

How do I get from Oudtshoorn to Port Elizabeth

Compare travel optionsbetween Oudtshoorn and Port Elizabeth

Transport options from Oudtshoorn to Port Elizabeth
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus and Plane
4h 50m
ZAR 3,715($215)
once daily2,021km (1,256 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
5h 40m
ZAR 720($42)
once daily397km (247 miles)
Bus via Mossel Bay7h 45m
ZAR 600($35)
once daily494km (307 miles)
Drive
4h 25m
ZAR 925($54)
on demand381km (237 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