East London to Pinetown by bus
Pinetown lies 454 km (282 mi) north-east of East London, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 8 h 23 min including stops, over roughly 554 km (344 mi) of road.
| East London | Pinetown | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | South Africa | South Africa |
| Population | 478,676 | 144,026 |
| Elevation | 48 m (157 ft) | 323 m (1,060 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) |
| Postal codes | 5201–5688 | 3600–4147 |
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Common questions
How far is Pinetown from East London?
454 km (282 mi) in a straight line, north-east of East London; by road roughly 554 km (344 mi).
How long does it take to get from East London to Pinetown by bus?
About 8 h 23 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between East London and Pinetown?
No, both are on Africa/Johannesburg at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.