Soweto to George by bus
George lies 1,000 km (622 mi) south-west of Soweto, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 18 h 12 min including stops, over roughly 1,220 km (758 mi) of road.
| Soweto | George | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | South Africa | South Africa |
| Population | 1.7 million | 188,580 |
| Elevation | 1,632 m (5,354 ft) | 232 m (761 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) |
| Postal codes | 1803–1809 | 6529–6615 |
Where to book buses from Soweto to George
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Staying in George
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Common questions
How far is George from Soweto?
1,000 km (622 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Soweto; by road roughly 1,220 km (758 mi).
How long does it take to get from Soweto to George by bus?
About 18 h 12 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Soweto and George?
No, both are on Africa/Johannesburg at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.