What is the cheapest way to get from Francistown to Windhoek?

The cheapest way to get from Francistown to Windhoek is to bus via Katima Mulilo which costs $90 - $110 and takes 21h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Francistown to Windhoek?

The fastest way to get from Francistown to Windhoek is to drive and fly which takes 8h 6m and costs $450 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Francistown and Windhoek?

No, there is no direct bus from Francistown to Windhoek. However, there are services departing from Francistown Bus Rank and arriving at Windhoek via Kazungula and Katima Mulilo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 51m.

How far is it from Francistown to Windhoek?

The distance between Francistown and Windhoek is 1447 km. The road distance is 1295.1 km.

How do I travel from Francistown to Windhoek without a car?

The best way to get from Francistown to Windhoek without a car is to bus which takes 28h 57m and costs $95 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Francistown to Windhoek?

It takes approximately 8h 6m to get from Francistown to Windhoek, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Francistown to Windhoek bus from?

Francistown to Windhoek bus services, operated by Khanda Express, depart from Francistown Bus Rank station.

Bus or fly from Francistown to Windhoek?

The best way to get from Francistown to Windhoek is to bus via Katima Mulilo which takes 21h 51m and costs $90 - $110. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $230 - $650 and takes 18h 35m.

Where does the Francistown to Windhoek bus arrive?

Francistown to Windhoek bus services, operated by Khanda Express, arrive at Kasane Bus Rank station.

Can I drive from Francistown to Windhoek?

Yes, the driving distance between Francistown to Windhoek is 1295 km. It takes approximately 14h 14m to drive from Francistown to Windhoek.

Where can I stay near Windhoek?

There are 371+ hotels available in Windhoek.

Francistown to Windhoek - 6 ways to travel via car, plane, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Francistown to Windhoek by car, plane, or bus

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Drive to Bulawayo, fly
best
1. Drive from Francistown to Bulawayo (BUQ)car
2. Fly from Bulawayo (BUQ) to Windhoek International Airport (WDH)plane BUQ - WDH
8h 6m
$453–623
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Phillip Matante Dr to Gaboronebus
2. Take the bus from Gaborone to Windhoekbus
29h 39m
$87–102
Bus via Katima Mulilo
1. Take the bus from Francistown Bus Rank to Kasane Bus Rankbus
2. Take the bus from Kazungula to Katima Mulilobus
3. Take the bus from Katima Mulilo to Windhoekbus
21h 51m
$90–106
Drive 1,295.1 km
1. Drive from Francistown to Windhoekcar 1,295.1 km
14h 14m
$201–290
Fly from Francistown Airport
1. Fly from Francistown Airport (FRW) to Windhoek International Airport (WDH)plane FRW - WDH
18h 35m
$236–631
Bus
1. Take the bus from Francistown Bus Rank to Gaborone Bus Rankbus
2. Take the bus from Gaborone to Windhoekbus
28h 57m
$96–111

Bulawayo (BUQ) to Windhoek International Airport (WDH) flights

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4h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,447.3 km
Duration: 8h 6m

What companies run services between Francistown, Botswana and Windhoek, Namibia?

You can take a bus from Francistown Bus Rank to Windhoek via Kasane Bus Rank, Kazungula, and Katima Mulilo in around 21h 51m. Alternatively, Air Botswana, Airlink, and South African Airways fly from Francistown Airport (FRW) to Windhoek International Airport (WDH) once daily.

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