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

The cheapest way to get from South Africa to Maputo is to bus which costs $20 - $65 and takes 9h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Africa to Maputo is to fly which takes 1h 39m and costs $200 - $330.

Is there a direct bus between South Africa and Maputo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kerk St and arriving at Karl Max Av. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 9h 30m.

How far is it from South Africa to Maputo?

The distance between South Africa and Maputo is 465 km. The road distance is 541.4 km.

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

The best way to get from South Africa to Maputo without a car is to bus which takes 9h 30m and costs $20 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from South Africa to Maputo, including transfers.

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

South Africa to Maputo bus services, operated by Etrago, depart from Kerk St station.

Bus or fly from South Africa to Maputo?

The best way to get from South Africa to Maputo is to fly which takes 1h 39m and costs $200 - $330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $20 - $65 and takes 9h 30m.

Where does the South Africa to Maputo bus arrive?

South Africa to Maputo bus services, operated by Etrago, arrive at Karl Max Av station.

Can I drive from South Africa to Maputo?

Yes, the driving distance between South Africa to Maputo is 541 km. It takes approximately 5h 54m to drive from South Africa to Maputo.

Where can I stay near Maputo?

There are 144+ hotels available in Maputo.

South Africa to Maputo - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from South Africa to Maputo by plane, bus, car, or train

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Fly from Johannesburg International Airport
best
1. Fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Maputo International Airport (MPM)plane JNB - MPM
1h 39m
$204–328
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kerk St to Karl Max Avbus
9h 30m
$20–65
Drive 541.4 km
1. Drive from Johannesburg to Maputocar 541.4 km
5h 54m
$76–110
Fly from Cape Town International Airport
1. Fly from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Maputo International Airport (MPM)plane CPT - MPM
2h 55m
$317–648
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Park to Pretoriatrain North-South
2. Take the bus from Paul Kruger & Scheiding St to Maputobus
13h 55m
$55–91

Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Maputo International Airport (MPM) flights

38Weekly Planes

1h 10mAverage Duration

$121Cheapest Price

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Distance: 464.6 km
Duration: 1h 39m

What companies run services between South Africa and Maputo, Mozambique?

Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique, Airlink, and Turkish Airlines fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Maputo International Airport (MPM) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Etrago operates a bus from Kerk St to Karl Max Av 6 times a week. Tickets cost $30–65 and the journey takes 9h 30m. TransLux Express also services this route 3 times a week.

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