Cape Town to Johannesburg via Pretoria

Situated at the base of the famous Table Mountain, Cape Town is a bustling and picturesque coastal city in South Africa. It is the legislative capital and one of the three capitals of the nation.Cape

Ideal Time Vacation: 5–7

Best Time to Visit: September – November

Best Price: $56,625

About Cape Town to Johannesburg via Pretoria

Cape Town to Johannesburg via Pretoria

About Cape Town to Johannesburg via Pretoria

South Africa is a diverse and culturally rich nation located at the southern tip of the African continent. It is known for its dramatic landscapes, wildlife safaris, multicultural society, and significant historical background, especially the fight against apartheid. Uniquely, South Africa has three capital cities: Cape Town– Legislative capital Pretoria– Administrative capital Bloemfontein– Judicial capital Two of South Africa’s most famous and contrasting cities are Cape Town and Johannesburg. Cape Town is located in the Western Cape Province, on the southwest coast of South Africa. Ofte

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Cape Town to Johannesburg via Pretoria

Ideal Time for Cape Town to Johannesburg via Pretoria Vacation: 5–7

Best Time to Visit Cape Town to Johannesburg via Pretoria Vacation: September – November

Best Ways to reach Cape Town to Johannesburg via Pretoria:

The Blue Trainis a renowned luxury train service in South Africa, primarily operating between Pretoriaand Cape Town.Currently, it does not offer a direct route to Johannesburg. However, since Pretoria and Johannesburg are neighboring cities approximately 55 kilometers apart, travelers can easily connect between them to embark on the Blue Train journey.​

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1. Traveling from Cape Town to Pretoria on the Blue Train:

  • Route:Cape Town to Pretoria​
  • Duration:Approximately 54 hours (two nights)​
  • Departure Time:12:00 PM (noon) from Cape Town Station​
  • Arrival Time:6:00 PM on the third day at Pretoria Station​       
  • Off-Train Excursion:A stopover in Kimberley for a visit to the Big Hole and Diamond Mine Museum ​.

2. Traveling from Pretoria to Johannesburg:

After arriving in Pretoria, Johannesburg is easily accessible:​

  • Distance:Approximately 55 kilometers (34 miles)​
  • Travel Options:
    • By Car:Around 1 hour's drive​
    • By Gautrain:A rapid rail link connecting Pretoria and Johannesburg in about 40 minutes

 

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