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

The cheapest way to get from Zambia to Polokwane is to bus via Johannesburg which costs R 1 300 - R 2 400 and takes 31h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zambia to Polokwane is to fly which takes 4h 19m and costs R 4 600 - R 12 000.

Is there a direct bus between Zambia and Polokwane?

No, there is no direct bus from Zambia to Polokwane. However, there are services departing from Intercity Bus Terminus and arriving at Polokwane via Johannesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 24m.

How far is it from Zambia to Polokwane?

The distance between Zambia and Polokwane is 984 km. The road distance is 1246.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Zambia to Polokwane without a car is to bus which takes 30h 24m and costs R 1 800 - R 2 000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Zambia to Polokwane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zambia to Polokwane bus from?

Zambia to Polokwane bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, depart from Intercity Bus Terminus station.

Bus or fly from Zambia to Polokwane?

The best way to get from Zambia to Polokwane is to fly which takes 4h 19m and costs R 4 600 - R 12 000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 1 800 - R 2 000 and takes 30h 24m.

Where does the Zambia to Polokwane bus arrive?

Zambia to Polokwane bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, arrive at Park Station.

Can I drive from Zambia to Polokwane?

Yes, the driving distance between Zambia to Polokwane is 1246 km. It takes approximately 14h 12m to drive from Zambia to Polokwane.

Where can I stay near Polokwane?

There are 269+ hotels available in Polokwane.

Zambia to Polokwane - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Zambia to Polokwane by plane, bus, or car

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Fly from Lusaka
best
1. Fly from Lusaka (LUN) to Gateway International Airport (PTG)plane LUN - PTG
4h 19m
R 4,678–11,690
Bus via Johannesburg
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to 77 Nugget Stbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Polokwanebus
31h 28m
R 1,354–2,388
Bus
1. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Park Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Polokwanebus
30h 24m
R 1,816–1,926
Drive 1,246.3 km
1. Drive from Lusaka to Polokwanecar 1,246.3 km
14h 12m
R 2,960–4,276
Fly from Ndola
1. Fly from Ndola (NLA) to Gateway International Airport (PTG)plane NLA - PTG
6h 21m
R 6,246–17,297

Lusaka (LUN) to Gateway International Airport (PTG) flights

15Weekly Planes

4h 33mAverage Duration

R 4,125Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Zambia to Polokwane.

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Distance: 984.1 km
Duration: 4h 19m

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

Airlink, South African Airways, and two other airlines fly from Lusaka (LUN) to Gateway International Airport (PTG) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Polokwane via Park Station and Johannesburg in around 30h 24m.

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