Gauteng is South Africa's smallest and most populous province, home to Johannesburg, Pretoria and Soweto.
- Public
- Gautrain (fast, safe rail and bus) plus Rea Vaya BRT in Johannesburg and A Re Yeng in Pretoria
- Taxi
- Uber and Bolt are the safest and most convenient option
- Rental
- Recommended for Cradle, Magaliesburg and day trips
- Walking
- Limited to safe precincts (Sandton, Rosebank, Melrose Arch)
Transport at a glance
- Public
- 3/5
- Taxi
- 4/5
- Rental
- 4/5
- Walking
- 2/5
Airport transfers
Getting from the airport to your accommodation.
| Option | Cost | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Local transport
Getting around the city.
Taxis & rideshare
What to expect from taxis and apps.
- Overview
- Metered taxis exist but Uber/Bolt are cheaper and tracked.
Intercity travel
Getting between cities and regions.
Transportation details
Full breakdown of how to get around.
Ride-hailing and Gautrain cover most tourist routes.
Airports
JNB
O.R. Tambo International Airport
HLA
Lanseria International Airport
Useful apps
Download before you arrive.
Transport tips
Travel smarter, not harder.
Tip
Gautrain OR Tambo to Sandton takes about 15 minutes, R190 (~$12) one-way
Tip
Metrorail and minibus taxis are not recommended for visitors
Tip
Drive on the left; carry your licence and passport copy
Tip
Fill fuel in daytime; tolls on N1 and N3