From the airport to the city centre South Africa

By cab. Most of the time, the easiest option to reach the city center is to take a cab or order an Uber. At the airport, these stop at a dedicated area indicated on the app, as well as the price is indicated in advance.

By bus. From Cape Town airport, you can eventually take the My City A 01 bus line, which runs every 20 minutes or so and will take you into the city center. In Johannesburg, the metro line is easily accessible.

Public transport South Africa

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 South Africa

Cabs, of which there are many, are an economical and very practical solution for getting from point A to point B in cities, which are often large.

"Uber". The application to download absolutely for cab trips in large cities: a fair price, no more need for small cuts, no more panic if you do not see a cab on the horizon, and with the GPS, no misunderstanding about the destination, normally.

By car South Africa

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.