What is the cheapest way to get from Victoria Falls to Francistown?

The cheapest way to get from Victoria Falls to Francistown is to bus which costs $36 - $41 and takes 11h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Victoria Falls to Francistown?

The fastest way to get from Victoria Falls to Francistown is to fly and drive which takes 3h 50m and costs $240 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Victoria Falls and Francistown?

No, there is no direct bus from Victoria Falls to Francistown. However, there are services departing from Livingstone and arriving at Phillip Matante Dr via Kasane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 54m.

How far is it from Victoria Falls to Francistown?

The distance between Victoria Falls and Francistown is 596 km. The road distance is 501.7 km.

How long does it take to get from Victoria Falls to Francistown?

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Victoria Falls to Francistown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Victoria Falls to Francistown bus from?

Victoria Falls to Francistown bus services, operated by Mazhandu Family Bus Service, depart from Livingstone station.

Bus or fly from Victoria Falls to Francistown?

The best way to get from Victoria Falls to Francistown is to fly which takes 19h 4m and costs $330 - $850. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $36 - $41 and takes 11h 54m.

Where does the Victoria Falls to Francistown bus arrive?

Victoria Falls to Francistown bus services, operated by Mazhandu Family Bus Service, arrive at Kazungula station.

Can I drive from Victoria Falls to Francistown?

Yes, the driving distance between Victoria Falls to Francistown is 502 km. It takes approximately 8h 17m to drive from Victoria Falls to Francistown.

Where can I stay near Francistown?

There are 34+ hotels available in Francistown.

Victoria Falls to Francistown - 5 ways to travel via plane, car, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Victoria Falls to Francistown by plane, car, or bus

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Fly to Bulawayo, drive
best
1. Fly from Victoria Falls Airport (VFA) to Bulawayo (BUQ)plane VFA - BUQ
2. Drive from Bulawayo (BUQ) to Francistowncar
3h 50m
$242–572
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Livingstone to Kazungulabus
2. Take the bus from Kasane to Phillip Matante Drbus
11h 54m
$37–41
Drive, bus
1. Drive from Victoria Falls to Kasane Bus Rankcar
2. Take the bus from Kasane Bus Rank to Francistown Bus Rankbus
8h 18m
$46–53
Drive 501.7 km
1. Drive from Victoria Falls to Francistowncar 501.7 km
8h 17m
$92–133
Fly to Francistown Airport
1. Fly from Victoria Falls Airport (VFA) to Francistown Airport (FRW)plane VFA - FRW
19h 4m
$330–849

Victoria Falls Airport (VFA) to Bulawayo (BUQ) flights

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55 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 595.9 km
Duration: 3h 50m

What companies run services between Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe and Francistown, Botswana?

Ethiopian Airlines, Air Botswana, and two other airlines fly from Victoria Falls Airport (VFA) to Francistown Airport (FRW) 5 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Victoria Falls to Phillip Matante Dr via Livingstone, Kazungula, and Kasane in around 11h 54m.

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