Driving from Kariega to East London
East London lies 247 km (154 mi) east of Kariega, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 3 h 46 min without stops, over roughly 302 km (187 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Kariega | East London | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | South Africa | South Africa |
| Population | 291,052 | 478,676 |
| Elevation | 122 m (400 ft) | 48 m (157 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) |
Where to book car hire from Kariega to East London
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Staying in East London
Our booking partner lists 380 places to stay in East London. Of the 221 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (107), and 1 are five-star. Across 162 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.3 out of 10. Guests have left 53,507 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is East London from Kariega?
247 km (154 mi) in a straight line, east of Kariega; by road roughly 302 km (187 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kariega to East London by car?
About 3 h 46 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kariega and East London?
No, both are on Africa/Johannesburg at the moment.
Where can I stay in East London?
Our booking partner lists 380 places to stay in East London, bookable on this site.
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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.