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

The cheapest way to get from Gaborone to Polokwane is to bus which costs R 550 - R 1 100 and takes 10h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gaborone to Polokwane is to fly which takes 2h 59m and costs R 3 200 - R 8 500.

Is there a direct bus between Gaborone and Polokwane?

No, there is no direct bus from Gaborone to Polokwane. However, there are services departing from Gaborone and arriving at Polokwane via Johannesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 28m.

How far is it from Gaborone to Polokwane?

The distance between Gaborone and Polokwane is 386 km. The road distance is 456.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Gaborone to Polokwane without a car is to bus which takes 10h 28m and costs R 550 - R 1 100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Gaborone to Polokwane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gaborone to Polokwane bus from?

Gaborone to Polokwane bus services, operated by AT and T Monnakgotla, depart from Gaborone station.

Bus or fly from Gaborone to Polokwane?

The best way to get from Gaborone to Polokwane is to fly which takes 2h 59m and costs R 3 200 - R 8 500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 550 - R 1 100 and takes 10h 28m.

Where does the Gaborone to Polokwane bus arrive?

Gaborone to Polokwane bus services, operated by AT and T Monnakgotla, arrive at Johannesburg station.

Can I drive from Gaborone to Polokwane?

Yes, the driving distance between Gaborone to Polokwane is 457 km. It takes approximately 7h 50m to drive from Gaborone to Polokwane.

Where can I stay near Polokwane?

There are 271+ hotels available in Polokwane.

Gaborone to Polokwane - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Gaborone to Polokwane by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Gaborone (GBE) to Gateway International Airport (PTG)plane GBE - PTG
2h 59m
R 3,200–8,216
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gaborone to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Polokwanebus
10h 28m
R 573–1,070
Drive 456.5 km
1. Drive from Gaborone to Polokwanecar 456.5 km
7h 50m
R 1,033–1,491
Bus via Mabopane
1. Take the bus from Queens Rd to Soshanguvebus
2. Take the bus from Pretoria to Polokwanebus
11h 4m
R 722–1,322
Bus via Midrand
1. Take the bus from Gaborone to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Midrand to Polokwanebus
14h 12m
R 633–1,802

Gaborone (GBE) to Gateway International Airport (PTG) flights

20Weekly Planes

3h 16mAverage Duration

R 2,684Cheapest Price

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Distance: 385.7 km
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Gaborone, Botswana and Polokwane, South Africa?

Airlink, Air Botswana, and South African Airways fly from Gaborone (GBE) to Gateway International Airport (PTG) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gaborone to Polokwane via Johannesburg in around 10h 28m.

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