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

The cheapest way to get from Pietermaritzburg to Malawi is to bus which costs $100 - $220 and takes 31h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pietermaritzburg to Malawi is to fly which takes 4h 53m and costs $370 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Pietermaritzburg and Malawi?

No, there is no direct bus from Pietermaritzburg to Malawi. However, there are services departing from Pietermaritzburg and arriving at Blantyre via Johannesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 30m.

How far is it from Pietermaritzburg to Malawi?

The distance between Pietermaritzburg and Malawi is 1640 km. The road distance is 2174.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Pietermaritzburg to Malawi without a car is to bus which takes 31h 30m and costs $100 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Pietermaritzburg to Malawi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pietermaritzburg to Malawi bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Pietermaritzburg to Malawi?

The best way to get from Pietermaritzburg to Malawi is to fly which takes 5h 11m and costs $350 - $1,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $220 and takes 31h 30m.

Where does the Pietermaritzburg to Malawi bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pietermaritzburg to Malawi?

Yes, the driving distance between Pietermaritzburg to Malawi is 2174 km. It takes approximately 24h 2m to drive from Pietermaritzburg to Malawi.

Where can I stay near Malawi?

There are 45+ hotels available in Malawi.

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

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

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Fly to Chileka International Airport
best
1. Fly from Pietermaritzburg (PZB) to Chileka International Airport (BLZ)plane PZB - BLZ
5h 11m
$355–956
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Blantyrebus
31h 30m
$108–211
Drive 2,174.3 km
1. Drive from Pietermaritzburg to Blantyrecar 2,174.3 km
24h 2m
$382–552
Fly to Kamuzu International Airport
1. Fly from Pietermaritzburg (PZB) to Kamuzu International Airport (LLW)plane PZB - LLW
4h 53m
$378–1,010
Bus via Pietermaritzburg
1. Take the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Blantyrebus
31h 42m
$111–220

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

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6h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,640.4 km
Duration: 5h 11m

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

Airlink and Ethiopian Airlines fly from Pietermaritzburg (PZB) to Chileka International Airport (BLZ) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pietermaritzburg to Blantyre via Johannesburg in around 31h 30m.

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