What is the cheapest way to get from Windhoek to Francistown?

The cheapest way to get from Windhoek to Francistown is to bus via Katima Mulilo which costs $90 - $110 and takes 21h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Windhoek to Francistown?

The fastest way to get from Windhoek to Francistown is to fly which takes 9h 58m and costs $380 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Windhoek and Francistown?

No, there is no direct bus from Windhoek to Francistown. However, there are services departing from Windhoek and arriving at Francistown Bus Rank via Katima Mulilo and Kasane Bus Rank. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 49m.

How far is it from Windhoek to Francistown?

The distance between Windhoek and Francistown is 1447 km. The road distance is 1294.6 km.

How do I travel from Windhoek to Francistown without a car?

The best way to get from Windhoek to Francistown without a car is to shuttle and bus which takes 22h 7m and costs $120 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Windhoek to Francistown?

It takes approximately 9h 58m to get from Windhoek to Francistown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Windhoek to Francistown bus from?

Windhoek to Francistown bus services, operated by InterCape, depart from Windhoek station.

Bus or fly from Windhoek to Francistown?

The best way to get from Windhoek to Francistown is to bus via Katima Mulilo which takes 21h 49m and costs $90 - $110. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $380 - $1,100 and takes 9h 58m.

Where does the Windhoek to Francistown bus arrive?

Windhoek to Francistown bus services, operated by InterCape, arrive at Katima Mulilo station.

Can I drive from Windhoek to Francistown?

Yes, the driving distance between Windhoek to Francistown is 1295 km. It takes approximately 14h 14m to drive from Windhoek to Francistown.

Where can I stay near Francistown?

There are 34+ hotels available in Francistown.

Windhoek to Francistown - 7 ways to travel via plane, car, bus, and shuttle

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There are 7 ways to get from Windhoek to Francistown by plane, car, bus, or shuttle

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Fly to Bulawayo, drive
best
1. Fly from Windhoek International Airport (WDH) to Bulawayo (BUQ)plane WDH - BUQ
2. Drive from Bulawayo (BUQ) to Francistowncar
9h 58m
$428–626
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Windhoek to Gaboronebus
2. Take the bus from Gaborone to Phillip Matante Drbus
29h 38m
$90–104
Bus via Katima Mulilo
1. Take the bus from Windhoek to Katima Mulilobus
2. Take the bus from Katima Mulilo to Kazungulabus
3. Take the bus from Kasane Bus Rank to Francistown Bus Rankbus
21h 49m
$94–108
Drive 1,294.6 km
1. Drive from Windhoek to Francistowncar 1,294.6 km
14h 14m
$151–218
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Windhoek to Gaboroneshuttle
2. Take the bus from Gaborone to Phillip Matante Drbus
22h 7m
$125–149
Fly to Francistown Airport
1. Fly from Windhoek International Airport (WDH) to Francistown Airport (FRW)plane WDH - FRW
9h 58m
$386–1,033
Bus
1. Take the bus from Windhoek to Gaboronebus
2. Take the bus from Gaborone Bus Rank to Francistown Bus Rankbus
28h 57m
$99–113

Windhoek International Airport (WDH) to Bulawayo (BUQ) flights

25Weekly Planes

6h 6mAverage Duration

$388Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,447.5 km
Duration: 9h 58m

What companies run services between Windhoek, Namibia and Francistown, Botswana?

You can take a bus from Windhoek to Francistown Bus Rank via Katima Mulilo, Kazungula, and Kasane Bus Rank in around 21h 49m. Alternatively, Airlink and Air Botswana fly from Windhoek International Airport (WDH) to Francistown Airport (FRW) 4 times a week.

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