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How to get there by Air
South Africa’s main airport, the Johannesburg International Airport, is 30 km from Johannesburg and 60 km from Pretoria. It is reasonably well connected to many parts of the world.
Airport buses to the SAA terminal run every 30 minutes and there are also services to and from Pretoria. Several hotels provide courtesy buses. Otherwise, taxis are a ready and relatively inexpensive option. There are also international airports at Cape Town (about 20 km from the city) and Durban (16 km).
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How to get there by Rail
The main train services to South Africa are from Zimbabwe (there were till recently two services from Zimbabwe – the Bulawayo Express from Bulawayo via Gaborone in Botswana to Jo’burg and the Trans-Limpopo Express from Harare - but they may have been stopped, please check) and from Mozambique (from Komatipoort).
The Blue Train which is one of world’s best luxury train runs on a 27 hour long scenic journey between Cape Town and Pretoria – book well in advance as the train is almost always sold out!
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How to get there by Road
Bus companies offer services from neighbouring countries to South African cities, for example, from Harare (Zimbabwe) Windhoek (Namibia), Maputo (Mozambique) and Lusaka (Zambia). Motorists traveling from South Africa to neighboring countries should contact the Department of Home Affairs for details of the opening and closing times of the relevant border posts.
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Getting Around
By Air:
There are efficient air services between major South African cities, by both private airlines and the national carrier.
By Road:
South African road transport is very well organized and major routes cover the country comprehensively. Luxury coaches link the major centers, while travel companies offer a variety of coach tours around the country. Roads are generally in excellent condition, although high petrol rates can be a pain. Law in South Africa requires an international driver’s license - the license must carry the photograph as well as the signature of the holder. Also make sure that you obtain an International Driving Permit before your departure for South Africa. Driving is on the left of the road and speed limits are 120 km/h on the highways and 60 km/h in built-up areas. In most cases, cash is required to pay for fuel. International and local car hire companies offer a range of high-quality vehicles to suit all needs and budgets.
By Train:
The national train service is called Spoornet and is quite efficient, with 1st and 2nd class, sleepers for overnight services and meals on board. South Africa still operates those grand vestiges from the history of transport - steam locomotives. The steam locomotive experience may not appeal to those who see travel as a way of getting from point A to B, but die-hard enthusiasts swear by it. Popular services include the "Pride of Africa" and narrow gauge railways like the Midmar Steam Railway near Pietermaritzburg. The famous Outeniqua Choo Tjoe that chugs and choos between George and Knysna is unbeatable for the scenery it passes through
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