What is the cheapest way to get from Johannesburg to Malindi?

The cheapest way to get from Johannesburg to Malindi is to bus via Lusaka which costs $170 - $240 and takes 3 days 1h.

What is the fastest way to get from Johannesburg to Malindi?

The fastest way to get from Johannesburg to Malindi is to fly which takes 7h 19m and costs $310 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Johannesburg and Malindi?

No, there is no direct bus from Johannesburg to Malindi. However, there are services departing from Johannesburg and arriving at Malindi via Intercity Bus Terminus, Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal and Nairobi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 1h.

How far is it from Johannesburg to Malindi?

The distance between Johannesburg and Malindi is 2867 km. The road distance is 3721.7 km.

How do I travel from Johannesburg to Malindi without a car?

The best way to get from Johannesburg to Malindi without a car is to bus via Lusaka which takes 3 days 1h and costs $170 - $240.

How long does it take to get from Johannesburg to Malindi?

It takes approximately 7h 19m to get from Johannesburg to Malindi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Johannesburg to Malindi bus from?

Johannesburg to Malindi bus services, operated by Shalom Bus Services, depart from Johannesburg station.

Bus or fly from Johannesburg to Malindi?

The best way to get from Johannesburg to Malindi is to fly which takes 7h 19m and costs $310 - $850. Alternatively, you can bus via Lusaka, which costs $170 - $240 and takes 3 days 1h.

Where does the Johannesburg to Malindi bus arrive?

Johannesburg to Malindi bus services, operated by Shalom Bus Services, arrive at Lusaka station.

What is the time difference between Johannesburg and Malindi?

Malindi is 1h ahead of Johannesburg. It is currently 8:23 PM in Johannesburg and 9:23 PM in Malindi.

Can I drive from Johannesburg to Malindi?

Yes, the driving distance between Johannesburg to Malindi is 3722 km. It takes approximately 2 days 3h to drive from Johannesburg to Malindi.

Where can I stay near Malindi?

There are 633+ hotels available in Malindi.

Johannesburg to Malindi - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Johannesburg to Malindi by plane, bus, or car

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Fly to Malindi
best
1. Fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Malindi (MYD)plane JNB - MYD
7h 19m
$313–827
Bus via Lusaka
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Lusakabus
2. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Nairobibus
4. Take the bus from Nairobi to Malindibus
3d 1h
$176–235
Drive 3,721.7 km
1. Drive from Johannesburg to Malindicar 3,721.7 km
2d 3h
$520–750
Fly to Mombasa, bus
1. Fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Mombasa (MBA)plane JNB - MBA
2. Take the bus from Mombasa to Malindibus
8h 26m
$342–661
Bus
1. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Dar Es Salaambus
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Mombasabus
3. Take the bus from Mombasa to Malindibus
4d 2h
$210–281

Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Malindi (MYD) flights

15Weekly Planes

9h 16mAverage Duration

$290Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,867.1 km
Duration: 7h 19m

What companies run services between Johannesburg, South Africa and Malindi, Kenya?

Kenya Airways and Jambojet Limited fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Malindi (MYD) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Johannesburg to Malindi via Lusaka, Intercity Bus Terminus, Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, and Nairobi in around 3d 1h.

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