What is the cheapest way to get from Johannesburg to Maputo City?

The cheapest way to get from Johannesburg to Maputo City is to train and bus which costs $24 - $35 and takes 8h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Johannesburg to Maputo City?

The fastest way to get from Johannesburg to Maputo City is to fly which takes 1h 37m and costs $190 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between Johannesburg and Maputo City?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kerk St and arriving at Karl Max Av. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 9h 30m.

How far is it from Johannesburg to Maputo City?

The distance between Johannesburg and Maputo City is 464 km. The road distance is 541.4 km.

How do I travel from Johannesburg to Maputo City without a car?

The best way to get from Johannesburg to Maputo City without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 33m and costs $24 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Johannesburg to Maputo City?

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Johannesburg to Maputo City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Johannesburg to Maputo City bus from?

Johannesburg to Maputo City bus services, operated by Etrago, depart from Kerk St station.

Bus or fly from Johannesburg to Maputo City?

The best way to get from Johannesburg to Maputo City is to fly which takes 1h 37m and costs $190 - $340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $20 - $65 and takes 9h 30m.

Where does the Johannesburg to Maputo City bus arrive?

Johannesburg to Maputo City bus services, operated by Etrago, arrive at Karl Max Av station.

Can I drive from Johannesburg to Maputo City?

Yes, the driving distance between Johannesburg to Maputo City is 541 km. It takes approximately 5h 54m to drive from Johannesburg to Maputo City.

Where can I stay near Maputo City?

There are 144+ hotels available in Maputo City.

Johannesburg to Maputo City - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Johannesburg to Maputo City by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Maputo International Airport (MPM)plane JNB - MPM
1h 37m
$193–337
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kerk St to Karl Max Avbus
9h 30m
$20–65
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Park to Pretoriatrain North-South
2. Take the bus from Pretoria to Maputobus
8h 33m
$25–34
Drive 541.4 km
1. Drive from Johannesburg to Maputocar 541.4 km
5h 54m
$76–110
Train, bus via Maputo
1. Take the train from Park to Pretoriatrain North-South
2. Take the bus from Paul Kruger & Scheiding St to Maputobus
13h 55m
$55–91

Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Maputo International Airport (MPM) flights

38Weekly Planes

1h 10mAverage Duration

$118Cheapest Price

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Distance: 463.8 km
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Johannesburg, South Africa and Maputo City, Mozambique?

Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique, Airlink, and Turkish Airlines fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Maputo International Airport (MPM) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Etrago operates a bus from Kerk St to Karl Max Av 6 times a week. Tickets cost $30–65 and the journey takes 9h 30m. TransLux Express also services this route 3 times a week.

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