What is the cheapest way to get from Gaborone to Blantyre?

The cheapest way to get from Gaborone to Blantyre is to bus which costs $100 - $230 and takes 29h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gaborone to Blantyre?

The fastest way to get from Gaborone to Blantyre is to fly which takes 5h 2m and costs $310 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Gaborone and Blantyre?

No, there is no direct bus from Gaborone to Blantyre. However, there are services departing from Tlokweng Rd and arriving at Wenela Bus Stn via Mbae Mbae Wy and RoadPort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 20m.

How far is it from Gaborone to Blantyre?

The distance between Gaborone and Blantyre is 1394 km. The road distance is 1658.9 km.

How do I travel from Gaborone to Blantyre without a car?

The best way to get from Gaborone to Blantyre without a car is to bus via Harare which takes 27h 20m and costs $137.

How long does it take to get from Gaborone to Blantyre?

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Gaborone to Blantyre, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gaborone to Blantyre bus from?

Gaborone to Blantyre bus services, operated by City Bus Coaches, depart from Mbae Mbae Wy station.

Bus or fly from Gaborone to Blantyre?

The best way to get from Gaborone to Blantyre is to fly which takes 5h 2m and costs $310 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus via Harare, which costs $137 and takes 27h 20m.

Where does the Gaborone to Blantyre bus arrive?

Gaborone to Blantyre bus services, operated by City Bus Coaches, arrive at RoadPort station.

Can I drive from Gaborone to Blantyre?

Yes, the driving distance between Gaborone to Blantyre is 1659 km. It takes approximately 19h 14m to drive from Gaborone to Blantyre.

Where can I stay near Blantyre?

There are 44+ hotels available in Blantyre.

Gaborone to Blantyre - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Gaborone to Blantyre by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Gaborone (GBE) to Chileka International Airport (BLZ)plane GBE - BLZ
5h 2m
$315–792
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gaborone to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Blantyrebus
29h 31m
$107–221
Bus via Harare
1. Take the bus from Mbae Mbae Wy to RoadPortbus
2. Take the bus from RoadPort to Wenela Bus Stnbus
27h 20m
$137
Drive 1,658.9 km
1. Drive from Gaborone to Blantyrecar 1,658.9 km
19h 14m
$292–421

Gaborone (GBE) to Chileka International Airport (BLZ) flights

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5h 5mAverage Duration

$280Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,393.9 km
Duration: 5h 2m

What companies run services between Gaborone, Botswana and Blantyre, Malawi?

Airlink and Ethiopian Airlines fly from Gaborone (GBE) to Chileka International Airport (BLZ) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tlokweng Rd to Wenela Bus Stn via Gaborone, Mbae Mbae Wy, and RoadPort in around 27h 20m.

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