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

The cheapest way to get from Lilongwe to Bulawayo is to bus via Bulawayo which costs $150 - $155 and takes 22h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lilongwe to Bulawayo is to fly which takes 3h 47m and costs $360 - $1,500.

Is there a direct bus between Lilongwe and Bulawayo?

No, there is no direct bus from Lilongwe to Bulawayo. However, there are services departing from Lilongwe and arriving at Bulawayo via Wenela Bus Stn and Harare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 2m.

How far is it from Lilongwe to Bulawayo?

The distance between Lilongwe and Bulawayo is 930 km. The road distance is 1110.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Lilongwe to Bulawayo without a car is to bus which takes 22h 2m and costs $150 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Lilongwe to Bulawayo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lilongwe to Bulawayo bus from?

Lilongwe to Bulawayo bus services, operated by Sososo Coaches, depart from Lilongwe station.

Bus or fly from Lilongwe to Bulawayo?

The best way to get from Lilongwe to Bulawayo is to fly which takes 3h 47m and costs $360 - $1,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $150 - $180 and takes 22h 2m.

Where does the Lilongwe to Bulawayo bus arrive?

Lilongwe to Bulawayo bus services, operated by Sososo Coaches, arrive at Blantyre station.

Can I drive from Lilongwe to Bulawayo?

Yes, the driving distance between Lilongwe to Bulawayo is 1110 km. It takes approximately 14h 57m to drive from Lilongwe to Bulawayo.

Where can I stay near Bulawayo?

There are 121+ hotels available in Bulawayo.

Lilongwe to Bulawayo - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Lilongwe to Bulawayo by plane, bus, car, or taxi

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Fly from Kamuzu International Airport
best
1. Fly from Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) to Bulawayo (BUQ)plane LLW - BUQ
3h 47m
$364–1,443
Bus via Bulawayo
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lilongwe to Blantyrebus
2. Take the bus from Wenela Bus Stn to RoadPortbus
3. Take the bus from RoadPort to Bulawayobus
22h 16m
$150–154
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lilongwe to Blantyrebus
2. Take the bus from Wenela Bus Stn to RoadPortbus
3. Take the bus from Harare to Bulawayobus
22h 2m
$153–175
Drive 1,110.5 km
1. Drive from Lilongwe to Bulawayocar 1,110.5 km
14h 57m
$203–294
Taxi to Club Makokola, fly
1. Take the taxi from Lilongwe to Club Makokola (CMK)taxi
2. Fly from Club Makokola (CMK) to Bulawayo (BUQ)plane CMK - BUQ
24h 19m
$444–1,101
Bus via Inter-City Bus Terminus
1. Take the bus from Lilongwe to Blantyrebus
2. Take the bus from Wenela Bus Stn to RoadPortbus
3. Take the bus from RoadPort to Inter-City Bus Terminusbus
22h 46m
$180

Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) to Bulawayo (BUQ) flights

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Distance: 930.4 km
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Lilongwe, Malawi and Bulawayo, Zimbabwe?

Ethiopian Airlines and Fastjet fly from Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) to Bulawayo (BUQ) 3 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lilongwe to Bulawayo via Blantyre, Wenela Bus Stn, RoadPort, and Harare in around 22h 2m.

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