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

The cheapest way to get from Pietermaritzburg to Francistown is to bus via Johannesburg which costs $50 - $90 and takes 16h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pietermaritzburg to Francistown is to fly and drive which takes 7h 28m and costs $330 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Pietermaritzburg and Francistown?

No, there is no direct bus from Pietermaritzburg to Francistown. However, there are services departing from Pietermaritzburg and arriving at Francistown Bus Rank via Park Station and Newtown Bus Terminus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 21m.

How far is it from Pietermaritzburg to Francistown?

The distance between Pietermaritzburg and Francistown is 1304 km. The road distance is 1167.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Pietermaritzburg to Francistown without a car is to bus which takes 16h 21m and costs $50 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 7h 28m to get from Pietermaritzburg to Francistown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pietermaritzburg to Francistown bus from?

Pietermaritzburg to Francistown bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, depart from Pietermaritzburg station.

Where does the Pietermaritzburg to Francistown bus arrive?

Pietermaritzburg to Francistown bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, arrive at Johannesburg station.

Can I drive from Pietermaritzburg to Francistown?

Yes, the driving distance between Pietermaritzburg to Francistown is 1167 km. It takes approximately 13h 57m to drive from Pietermaritzburg to Francistown.

Where can I stay near Francistown?

There are 34+ hotels available in Francistown.

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

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

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Fly, drive
best
1. Fly from Pietermaritzburg (PZB) to Bulawayo (BUQ)plane PZB - BUQ
2. Drive from Bulawayo (BUQ) to Francistowncar
7h 28m
$337–522
Bus via Johannesburg
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Burger St to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Terminus to Francistown Bus Rankbus
16h 51m
$53–86
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Terminus to Francistown Bus Rankbus
16h 21m
$54–77
Drive 1,167.2 km
1. Drive from Pietermaritzburg to Francistowncar 1,167.2 km
13h 57m
$163–236
Bus via Pietermaritzburg
1. Take the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Terminus to Francistown Bus Rankbus
16h 26m
$57–86

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) to Bulawayo (BUQ) flights

18Weekly Planes

6h 41mAverage Duration

$308Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Pietermaritzburg to Francistown.

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Distance: 1,303.9 km
Duration: 7h 28m

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

You can take a bus from Pietermaritzburg to Francistown Bus Rank via Johannesburg, Park Station, Chancellor House, and Newtown Bus Terminus in around 16h 21m.

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