What is the cheapest way to get from Polokwane to Nairobi?

The cheapest way to get from Polokwane to Nairobi is to bus via Lusaka which costs $140 - $230 and takes 2 days 22h.

What is the fastest way to get from Polokwane to Nairobi?

The fastest way to get from Polokwane to Nairobi is to fly which takes 7h 32m and costs $340 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Polokwane and Nairobi?

No, there is no direct bus from Polokwane to Nairobi. However, there are services departing from Polokwane and arriving at Nairobi via Johannesburg, Intercity Bus Terminus and Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 22h.

How far is it from Polokwane to Nairobi?

The distance between Polokwane and Nairobi is 2661 km. The road distance is 3418.6 km.

How do I travel from Polokwane to Nairobi without a car?

The best way to get from Polokwane to Nairobi without a car is to bus via Lusaka which takes 2 days 22h and costs $140 - $230.

How long does it take to get from Polokwane to Nairobi?

It takes approximately 7h 32m to get from Polokwane to Nairobi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Polokwane to Nairobi bus from?

Polokwane to Nairobi bus services, operated by TransLux Express, depart from Polokwane station.

Bus or fly from Polokwane to Nairobi?

The best way to get from Polokwane to Nairobi is to fly which takes 7h 32m and costs $340 - $1,000. Alternatively, you can bus via Lusaka, which costs $140 - $230 and takes 2 days 22h.

Where does the Polokwane to Nairobi bus arrive?

Polokwane to Nairobi bus services, operated by TransLux Express, arrive at Johannesburg station.

What is the time difference between Polokwane and Nairobi?

Nairobi is 1h ahead of Polokwane. It is currently 1:33 PM in Polokwane and 2:33 PM in Nairobi.

Can I drive from Polokwane to Nairobi?

Yes, the driving distance between Polokwane to Nairobi is 3419 km. It takes approximately 2 days 2h to drive from Polokwane to Nairobi.

Where can I stay near Nairobi?

There are 11889+ hotels available in Nairobi.

Polokwane to Nairobi - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Polokwane to Nairobi by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Gateway International Airport (PTG) to Nairobi (NBO)plane PTG - NBO
7h 32m
$346–957
Bus via Lusaka
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Polokwane to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Lusakabus
3. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
4. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Nairobibus
2d 22h
$145–225
Drive 3,418.6 km
1. Drive from Polokwane to Nairobicar 3,418.6 km
2d 2h
$477–689
Bus
1. Take the bus from Polokwane to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Dar Es Salaambus
3. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Nairobibus
4d 13h
$216–315

Gateway International Airport (PTG) to Nairobi (NBO) flights

24Weekly Planes

8h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 2,661.1 km
Duration: 7h 32m

What companies run services between Polokwane, South Africa and Nairobi, Kenya?

Airlink and Kenya Airways fly from Gateway International Airport (PTG) to Nairobi (NBO) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Polokwane to Nairobi via Johannesburg, Johannesburg, Lusaka, Intercity Bus Terminus, and Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal in around 2d 22h.

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