What is the cheapest way to get from Malawi to Pietermaritzburg?

The cheapest way to get from Malawi to Pietermaritzburg is to bus which costs R 1 700 - R 3 500 and takes 31h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Malawi to Pietermaritzburg?

The fastest way to get from Malawi to Pietermaritzburg is to fly which takes 4h 41m and costs R 6 000 - R 18 000.

Is there a direct bus between Malawi and Pietermaritzburg?

No, there is no direct bus from Malawi to Pietermaritzburg. However, there are services departing from Blantyre and arriving at Pietermaritzburg via Johannesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 2m.

How far is it from Malawi to Pietermaritzburg?

The distance between Malawi and Pietermaritzburg is 1640 km. The road distance is 2177.7 km.

How do I travel from Malawi to Pietermaritzburg without a car?

The best way to get from Malawi to Pietermaritzburg without a car is to bus which takes 31h 2m and costs R 1 700 - R 3 500.

How long does it take to get from Malawi to Pietermaritzburg?

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Malawi to Pietermaritzburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Malawi to Pietermaritzburg bus from?

Malawi to Pietermaritzburg bus services, operated by Ulemu Bus Services, depart from Blantyre station.

Bus or fly from Malawi to Pietermaritzburg?

The best way to get from Malawi to Pietermaritzburg is to fly which takes 4h 41m and costs R 6 000 - R 18 000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 1 700 - R 3 500 and takes 31h 2m.

Where does the Malawi to Pietermaritzburg bus arrive?

Malawi to Pietermaritzburg bus services, operated by Ulemu Bus Services, arrive at Johannesburg station.

Can I drive from Malawi to Pietermaritzburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Malawi to Pietermaritzburg is 2178 km. It takes approximately 23h 45m to drive from Malawi to Pietermaritzburg.

Where can I stay near Pietermaritzburg?

There are 309+ hotels available in Pietermaritzburg.

Malawi to Pietermaritzburg - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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

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Fly from Chileka International Airport
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1. Fly from Chileka International Airport (BLZ) to Pietermaritzburg (PZB)plane BLZ - PZB
4h 41m
R 6,074–17,088
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Blantyre to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburgbus
31h 2m
R 1,790–3,428
Drive 2,177.7 km
1. Drive from Blantyre to Pietermaritzburgcar 2,177.7 km
23h 45m
R 6,200–8,955
Fly from Kamuzu International Airport
1. Fly from Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) to Pietermaritzburg (PZB)plane LLW - PZB
5h 48m
R 5,130–14,153
Bus via Pietermaritzburg
1. Take the bus from Blantyre to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburgbus
31h 22m
R 1,860–3,628

Chileka International Airport (BLZ) to Pietermaritzburg (PZB) flights

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4h 45mAverage Duration

R 6,235Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,640.3 km
Duration: 4h 41m

What companies run services between Malawi and Pietermaritzburg, South Africa?

Airlink and Ethiopian Airlines fly from Chileka International Airport (BLZ) to Pietermaritzburg (PZB) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Blantyre to Pietermaritzburg via Johannesburg in around 31h 2m.

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