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

The cheapest way to get from Tanzania to Polokwane is to bus via Lusaka which costs R 2 800 - R 3 000 and takes 2 days 12h.

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

The fastest way to get from Tanzania to Polokwane is to fly which takes 6h 41m and costs R 4 300 - R 13 000.

Is there a direct bus between Tanzania and Polokwane?

No, there is no direct bus from Tanzania to Polokwane. However, there are services departing from Gerezani and arriving at Polokwane via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, Intercity Bus Terminus and Johannesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 12h.

How far is it from Tanzania to Polokwane?

The distance between Tanzania and Polokwane is 2174 km. The road distance is 2977.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Tanzania to Polokwane without a car is to bus via Lusaka which takes 2 days 12h and costs R 2 800 - R 3 000.

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

It takes approximately 6h 41m to get from Tanzania to Polokwane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tanzania to Polokwane bus from?

Tanzania to Polokwane bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, depart from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal station.

Bus or fly from Tanzania to Polokwane?

The best way to get from Tanzania to Polokwane is to fly which takes 6h 41m and costs R 4 300 - R 13 000. Alternatively, you can bus via Lusaka, which costs R 2 800 - R 3 000 and takes 2 days 12h.

Where does the Tanzania to Polokwane bus arrive?

Tanzania to Polokwane bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, arrive at Intercity Bus Terminus station.

What is the time difference between Tanzania and Polokwane?

Polokwane is 1h behind Tanzania. It is currently 12:41 AM in Tanzania and 11:41 PM in Polokwane.

Can I drive from Tanzania to Polokwane?

Yes, the driving distance between Tanzania to Polokwane is 2978 km. It takes approximately 42h 20m to drive from Tanzania to Polokwane.

Where can I stay near Polokwane?

There are 275+ hotels available in Polokwane.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Gateway International Airport (PTG)plane DAR - PTG
6h 41m
R 4,299–12,241
Bus via Lusaka
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Intercity Bus Terminusbus
2. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Park Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Polokwanebus
2d 12h
R 2,811–2,925
Drive 2,977.8 km
1. Drive from Dar es Salaam to Polokwanecar 2,977.8 km
42h 20m
R 6,895–9,960
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Polokwanebus
3d 21h
R 3,323–4,540

Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Gateway International Airport (PTG) flights

19Weekly Planes

9h 10mAverage Duration

R 4,128Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,173.9 km
Duration: 6h 41m

What companies run services between Tanzania and Polokwane, South Africa?

Airlink, South African Airways, and Air Tanzania fly from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Gateway International Airport (PTG) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gerezani to Polokwane via Ubungo, Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, Intercity Bus Terminus, Park Station, and Johannesburg in around 2d 12h.

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