What is the cheapest way to get from Lilongwe to Botswana?

The cheapest way to get from Lilongwe to Botswana is to bus which costs $120 - $150 and takes 30h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lilongwe to Botswana?

The fastest way to get from Lilongwe to Botswana is to fly which takes 5h 40m and costs $500 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Lilongwe and Botswana?

No, there is no direct bus from Lilongwe to Botswana. However, there are services departing from Lilongwe and arriving at Gaborone via Johannesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 25m.

How far is it from Lilongwe to Botswana?

The distance between Lilongwe and Botswana is 1491 km. The road distance is 1738 km.

How do I travel from Lilongwe to Botswana without a car?

The best way to get from Lilongwe to Botswana without a car is to bus which takes 30h 25m and costs $120 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Lilongwe to Botswana?

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Lilongwe to Botswana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lilongwe to Botswana bus from?

Lilongwe to Botswana bus services, operated by Munorurama, depart from Lilongwe station.

Bus or fly from Lilongwe to Botswana?

The best way to get from Lilongwe to Botswana is to fly which takes 5h 40m and costs $500 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $150 and takes 30h 25m.

Where does the Lilongwe to Botswana bus arrive?

Lilongwe to Botswana bus services, operated by Munorurama, arrive at Johannesburg station.

Can I drive from Lilongwe to Botswana?

Yes, the driving distance between Lilongwe to Botswana is 1738 km. It takes approximately 21h 59m to drive from Lilongwe to Botswana.

Where can I stay near Botswana?

There are 396+ hotels available in Botswana.

Lilongwe to Botswana - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Lilongwe to Botswana by plane, bus, or car

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Fly to Gaborone
best
1. Fly from Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) to Gaborone (GBE)plane LLW - GBE
5h 40m
$516–598
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lilongwe to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Gaboronebus
30h 25m
$121–150
Drive 1,738 km
1. Drive from Lilongwe to Gaboronecar 1,738 km
21h 59m
$305–441
Fly to Maun Airport
1. Fly from Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) to Maun Airport (MUB)plane LLW - MUB
22h 58m
$426–1,208
Bus via Blantyre
1. Take the bus from Lilongwe to Blantyrebus
2. Take the bus from Blantyre to Johannesburgbus
3. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Gaboronebus
35h 15m
$149–268

Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) to Gaborone (GBE) flights

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5h 30mAverage Duration

$287Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,491.4 km
Duration: 5h 40m

What companies run services between Lilongwe, Malawi and Botswana?

Airlink and Ethiopian Airlines fly from Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) to Gaborone (GBE) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lilongwe to Gaborone via Johannesburg in around 30h 25m.

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