What is the cheapest way to get from Burundi to South Africa?

The cheapest way to get from Burundi to South Africa is to bus via Lusaka which costs R 3 995 - R 4 010 and takes 4 days 3h.

What is the fastest way to get from Burundi to South Africa?

The fastest way to get from Burundi to South Africa is to fly which takes 10h 30m and costs R 5 500 - R 15 000.

Is there a direct bus between Burundi and South Africa?

No, there is no direct bus from Burundi to South Africa station. However, there are services departing from Bujumbura and arriving at Park Station via Nairobi, Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal and Intercity Bus Terminus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4 days 3h.

How far is it from Burundi to South Africa?

The distance between Burundi and South Africa is 2572 km. The road distance is 3446 km.

How do I travel from Burundi to South Africa without a car?

The best way to get from Burundi to South Africa without a car is to bus via Lusaka which takes 4 days 3h and costs R 3 995 - R 4 010.

How long does it take to get from Burundi to South Africa?

It takes approximately 10h 30m to get from Burundi to South Africa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Burundi to South Africa bus from?

Burundi to South Africa bus services, operated by Mozaico Coaches Ltd, depart from Bujumbura station.

Bus or fly from Burundi to South Africa?

The best way to get from Burundi to South Africa is to fly which takes 10h 30m and costs R 5 500 - R 15 000. Alternatively, you can bus via Lusaka, which costs R 3 995 - R 4 010 and takes 4 days 3h.

Where does the Burundi to South Africa bus arrive?

Burundi to South Africa bus services, operated by Mozaico Coaches Ltd, arrive at Nairobi station.

Can I drive from Burundi to South Africa?

Yes, the driving distance between Burundi to South Africa is 3446 km. It takes approximately 2 days 1h to drive from Burundi to South Africa.

Where can I stay near South Africa?

There are 5005+ hotels available in South Africa.

Burundi to South Africa - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Burundi to South Africa by plane, bus, or car

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Fly to Johannesburg International Airport
best
1. Fly from Bujumbura (BJM) to Johannesburg International Airport (JNB)plane BJM - JNB
10h 30m
R 5,490–14,593
Bus via Lusaka
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bujumbura to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Intercity Bus Terminusbus
4. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Park Stationbus
4d 3h
R 3,998–4,007
Drive 3,446 km
1. Drive from Bujumbura to Johannesburgcar 3,446 km
2d 1h
R 7,853–11,343
Fly to Pietermaritzburg
1. Fly from Bujumbura (BJM) to Pietermaritzburg (PZB)plane BJM - PZB
16h 5m
R 7,156–19,184
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bujumbura to Nyabugogo Bus Stnbus
2. Take the bus from Nyabugogo Bus Park to Duruma Rdbus
3. Take the bus from Nairobi to Dar es Salaambus
4. Take the bus from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburgbus
5d 10h
R 4,324–6,367
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Bujumbura to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Dar es Salaambus
3. Take the bus from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburgbus
5d 13h
R 4,336–5,805

Bujumbura (BJM) to Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) flights

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11h 33mAverage Duration

R 5,317Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,571.7 km
Duration: 10h 30m

What companies run services between Burundi and South Africa?

Uganda Airlines, Kenya Airways, and two other airlines fly from Bujumbura (BJM) to Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Bujumbura to Park Station via Bujumbura, Nairobi, Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, and Intercity Bus Terminus in around 4d 3h.

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