What is the cheapest way to get from South Africa to Burundi?

The cheapest way to get from South Africa to Burundi is to bus via Lusaka which costs $220 - $270 and takes 3 days 22h.

What is the fastest way to get from South Africa to Burundi?

The fastest way to get from South Africa to Burundi is to fly which takes 7h 26m and costs $290 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between South Africa and Burundi?

No, there is no direct bus from South Africa to Burundi. However, there are services departing from Johannesburg and arriving at Bujumbura via Intercity Bus Terminus, Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal and Nairobi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 22h.

How far is it from South Africa to Burundi?

The distance between South Africa and Burundi is 2572 km. The road distance is 3441 km.

How do I travel from South Africa to Burundi without a car?

The best way to get from South Africa to Burundi without a car is to bus via Lusaka which takes 3 days 22h and costs $220 - $270.

How long does it take to get from South Africa to Burundi?

It takes approximately 7h 26m to get from South Africa to Burundi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Africa to Burundi bus from?

South Africa to Burundi bus services, operated by Shalom Bus Services, depart from Johannesburg station.

Bus or fly from South Africa to Burundi?

The best way to get from South Africa to Burundi is to fly which takes 7h 26m and costs $290 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus via Lusaka, which costs $220 - $270 and takes 3 days 22h.

Where does the South Africa to Burundi bus arrive?

South Africa to Burundi bus services, operated by Shalom Bus Services, arrive at Lusaka station.

Can I drive from South Africa to Burundi?

Yes, the driving distance between South Africa to Burundi is 3441 km. It takes approximately 2 days 2h to drive from South Africa to Burundi.

Where can I stay near Burundi?

There are 29+ hotels available in Burundi.

South Africa to Burundi - 7 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from South Africa to Burundi by plane, bus, or car

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Fly Johannesburg International Airport to Bujumbura
best
1. Fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Bujumbura (BJM)plane JNB - BJM
7h 26m
$291–738
Bus via Lusaka
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Lusakabus
2. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Nairobibus
4. Take the bus from Nairobi to Bujumburabus
3d 22h
$229–266
Drive 3,441 km
1. Drive from Johannesburg to Bujumburacar 3,441 km
2d 2h
$490–707
Fly Pietermaritzburg to Bujumbura
1. Fly from Pietermaritzburg (PZB) to Bujumbura (BJM)plane PZB - BJM
14h 5m
$389–1,012
Fly Johannesburg International Airport to Kigali International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Kigali International Airport (KGL)plane JNB - KGL
2. Take the bus from Nyabugogo Bus Stn to Bujumburabus
9h 24m
$312–416
Bus
1. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Dar Es Salaambus
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Nairobibus
3. Take the bus from Duruma Rd to Nyabugogo Bus Parkbus
4. Take the bus from Nyabugogo Bus Stn to Bujumburabus
5d 10h
$265–385
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Dar Es Salaambus
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Nairobibus
3. Take the bus from Nairobi to Bujumburabus
5d 13h
$266–352

Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Bujumbura (BJM) flights

17Weekly Planes

10h 14mAverage Duration

$261Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,572.4 km
Duration: 7h 26m

What companies run services between South Africa and Burundi?

Kenya Airways, Uganda Airlines, and Rwandair Express fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Bujumbura (BJM) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Johannesburg to Bujumbura via Lusaka, Intercity Bus Terminus, Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, Nairobi, and Bujumbura in around 3d 22h.

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