Which means of transport to use en Afrique du Sud?

Organize your stay en Afrique du Sud

From the airport to the city centre From the airport to the city centre en Afrique du Sud

By cab. Most of the time, the easiest way to get downtown is by cab or Uber. At the airport, the latter stop at a dedicated area indicated on the app, and the price is indicated in advance.

By metro. In Johannesburg, the metro line is easily accessible.

Public transport Public transport en Afrique du Sud

Public transportation is not necessarily recommended. The best way is by car, and there are plenty of international rental agencies such as Avis, Bidvest, etc. You can rent a car for about 20 euros a day or take cheap mainline buses. You can rent a car for about 20 euros a day or take cheap mainline buses. In Johannesburg, the Gautrain is the local subway. But it only covers a very small part of the city. It is very convenient to leave and go to the airport from areas like Melrose Arch or Sandton. It is very clean and safe. Fines are given if you chew gum, for example... In Cape Town, there is the MyCiti Bus which covers the whole city and the surrounding suburbs. Also very good, safe and good value for money.

With a driver With a driver en Afrique du Sud

Cabs, of which there are many, are an economical and very practical way of getting from A to B in cities, which are often sprawling.

"Uber. The must-download application for VTC journeys in big cities: a fair price, no need for a little break, no more panic if you don't see a cab on the horizon, and with the GPS, no misunderstandings about the destination, normally.

By car By car en Afrique du Sud

Most backpackers rent a car if they are going to travel around the country. It's really the best thing here! Be aware that we drive on the left. The roads are pretty good, but sometimes the driving of South Africans is not reassuring. There are no real rules for overtaking, etc. The most important rule: when you come to a crossroads, slow down until you stop and the first one to arrive has priority. It works pretty well! But always be careful. For safety reasons, close your doors and windows at traffic lights or other mandatory stops.