What is the cheapest way to get from Cape Town to Botswana?

The cheapest way to get from Cape Town to Botswana is to bus via Cape Town which costs $40 - $85 and takes 23h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cape Town to Botswana?

The fastest way to get from Cape Town to Botswana is to fly which takes 2h 34m and costs $210 - $300.

Is there a direct bus between Cape Town and Botswana?

No, there is no direct bus from Cape Town to Botswana. However, there are services departing from Cape Town Stn and arriving at Gaborone via Johannesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 45m.

How far is it from Cape Town to Botswana?

The distance between Cape Town and Botswana is 1295 km. The road distance is 1463.6 km.

How do I travel from Cape Town to Botswana without a car?

The best way to get from Cape Town to Botswana without a car is to bus which takes 21h 45m and costs $50 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Cape Town to Botswana?

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Cape Town to Botswana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cape Town to Botswana bus from?

Cape Town to Botswana bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, depart from Cape Town Stn station.

Bus or fly from Cape Town to Botswana?

The best way to get from Cape Town to Botswana is to fly which takes 2h 34m and costs $210 - $300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $120 and takes 21h 45m.

Where does the Cape Town to Botswana bus arrive?

Cape Town to Botswana bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, arrive at Park Station.

Can I drive from Cape Town to Botswana?

Yes, the driving distance between Cape Town to Botswana is 1464 km. It takes approximately 18h 23m to drive from Cape Town to Botswana.

Where can I stay near Botswana?

There are 398+ hotels available in Botswana.

Cape Town to Botswana - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Cape Town to Botswana by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly to Gaborone
best
1. Fly from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Gaborone (GBE)plane CPT - GBE
2h 34m
$217–298
Bus via Cape Town
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cape Town to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Gaboronebus
23h 52m
$43–85
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cape Town Stn to Park Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Gaboronebus
21h 45m
$54–119
Drive 1,463.6 km
1. Drive from Cape Town to Gaboronecar 1,463.6 km
18h 23m
$205–295
Fly to Maun Airport
1. Fly from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Maun Airport (MUB)plane CPT - MUB
2h 47m
$327–468
Drive via Bellville 1,443.1 km
1. Drive from Bellville to Gaboronecar 1,443.1 km
18h 55m
$204–304

Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Gaborone (GBE) flights

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4h 8mAverage Duration

$180Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cape Town to Botswana.

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Distance: 1,295.4 km
Duration: 2h 34m

What companies run services between Cape Town, South Africa and Botswana?

Air Botswana, Airlink, and South African Airways fly from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Gaborone (GBE) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cape Town Stn to Gaborone via Park Station and Johannesburg in around 21h 45m.

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