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

The cheapest way to get from Kimberley to Francistown is to bus which costs $60 - $90 and takes 16h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kimberley to Francistown is to fly which takes 5h 57m and costs $320 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Kimberley and Francistown?

No, there is no direct bus from Kimberley to Francistown. However, there are services departing from Long St and arriving at Francistown Bus Rank via Park Station and Newtown Bus Terminus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 16m.

How far is it from Kimberley to Francistown?

The distance between Kimberley and Francistown is 1274 km. The road distance is 944.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kimberley to Francistown without a car is to bus which takes 16h 16m and costs $60 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Kimberley to Francistown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kimberley to Francistown bus from?

Kimberley to Francistown bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, depart from Long St station.

Bus or fly from Kimberley to Francistown?

The best way to get from Kimberley to Francistown is to bus which takes 16h 16m and costs $60 - $90. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $320 - $700 and takes 5h 57m.

Where does the Kimberley to Francistown bus arrive?

Kimberley to Francistown bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, arrive at Park Station.

Can I drive from Kimberley to Francistown?

Yes, the driving distance between Kimberley to Francistown is 944 km. It takes approximately 11h 49m to drive from Kimberley to Francistown.

Where can I stay near Francistown?

There are 34+ hotels available in Francistown.

Kimberley to Francistown - 7 ways to travel via plane, car, bus, and taxi

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There are 7 ways to get from Kimberley to Francistown by plane, car, bus (Greyhound), taxi, or car train

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Fly Kimberley to Bulawayo, drive
best
1. Fly from Kimberley (KIM) to Bulawayo (BUQ)plane KIM - BUQ
2. Drive from Bulawayo (BUQ) to Francistowncar
5h 58m
$289–765
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Long St to Park Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Terminus to Francistown Bus Rankbus
16h 16m
$61–85
Drive 944.2 km
1. Drive from Kimberley to Francistowncar 944.2 km
11h 49m
$132–191
Taxi to Bram Fischer International Airport, fly to Bulawayo, drive
1. Take the taxi from Kimberley to Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN)taxi
2. Fly from Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN) to Bulawayo (BUQ)plane BFN - BUQ
3. Drive from Bulawayo (BUQ) to Francistowncar
7h 44m
$354–727
Fly Kimberley to Francistown Airport
1. Fly from Kimberley (KIM) to Francistown Airport (FRW)plane KIM - FRW
5h 57m
$327–672
Bus via Klerksdorp
1. Take the bus from Kimberley to Klerksdorpbus
2. Take the bus from Klerksdorp to Johannesburgbus
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Terminus to Francistown Bus Rankbus
17h 11m
$95–123
Car train, drive
1. Take the car train from Kimberley to Warrentoncartrain
2. Drive from Warrenton to Francistowncar
12h 57m
$125–185

Kimberley (KIM) to Bulawayo (BUQ) flights

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Distance: 1,273.9 km
Duration: 5h 58m

What companies run services between Kimberley, South Africa and Francistown, Botswana?

You can take a bus from Long St to Francistown Bus Rank via Park Station, Westgate, and Newtown Bus Terminus in around 16h 16m. Alternatively, Airlink, Air Botswana, and two other airlines fly from Kimberley (KIM) to Francistown Airport (FRW) 3 times a week.

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