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

The cheapest way to get from Lilongwe to Durban is to bus which costs R 1 900 - R 2 400 and takes 33h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lilongwe to Durban is to fly which takes 6h 53m and costs R 7 000 - R 11 000.

Is there a direct bus between Lilongwe and Durban?

No, there is no direct bus from Lilongwe to Durban. However, there are services departing from Lilongwe and arriving at Durban Bus Stn via Johannesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33h 4m.

How far is it from Lilongwe to Durban?

The distance between Lilongwe and Durban is 1840 km. The road distance is 2332.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Lilongwe to Durban without a car is to bus which takes 33h 4m and costs R 1 900 - R 2 400.

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

It takes approximately 6h 53m to get from Lilongwe to Durban, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lilongwe to Durban bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Lilongwe to Durban?

The best way to get from Lilongwe to Durban is to fly which takes 6h 53m and costs R 7 000 - R 11 000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 1 900 - R 2 400 and takes 33h 4m.

Where does the Lilongwe to Durban bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lilongwe to Durban?

Yes, the driving distance between Lilongwe to Durban is 2333 km. It takes approximately 27h 19m to drive from Lilongwe to Durban.

Where can I stay near Durban?

There are 2219+ hotels available in Durban.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Lilongwe to Durban by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly to King Shaka International Airport
best
1. Fly from Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)plane LLW - DUR
6h 53m
R 7,345–10,404
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lilongwe to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Durban Bus Stnbus
33h 4m
R 1,980–2,350
Drive 2,332.6 km
1. Drive from Lilongwe to Durbancar 2,332.6 km
27h 19m
R 6,750–9,750
Fly to Pietermaritzburg, bus
1. Fly from Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) to Pietermaritzburg (PZB)plane LLW - PZB
2. Take the bus from Burger St to Durban Bus Stnbus
8h
R 6,710–18,584
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 Durbanbus
39h 50m
R 2,512–20,412

Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR) flights

16Weekly Planes

6h 16mAverage Duration

R 5,644Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,839.7 km
Duration: 6h 53m

What companies run services between Lilongwe, Malawi and Durban, South Africa?

Airlink, South African Airways, and Ethiopian Airlines fly from Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lilongwe to Durban Bus Stn via Johannesburg in around 33h 4m.

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