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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Nairobi to Francistown

Composite routes from Nairobi to Francistown

Cheapest
2 d 37 min
Car
3339 km.
from $183
Fastest
4 h
Plane
Other
11 h 28 min
Bus, Plane
2430 km.
from $503.97
3 d 17 h 52 min
2430 km.
from $336.39
2 d 5 h 49 min
2428 km.
Select a ticket
2 d 15 h 47 min
2430 km.
from $5.43
2 d 22 h 20 min
Bus, Train
2430 km.
from $5.43

Transport providers

Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines

Website:
ethiopianairlines.com/
Plane from Nairobi to Bulawayo
Ave. Duration:
7h 50m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$330.30–$1,079.81

Airlink

Phone:
+27 11 451 7300
Website:
flyairlink.com/
Plane from Nairobi to Bulawayo
Ave. Duration:
8h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$368.41–$1,206.85

Air Botswana

Website:
airbotswana.co.bw/
Plane from Nairobi to Francistown
Ave. Duration:
8h 40m
Frequency:
Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$304.89–$1,016.29

Fastjet

Website:
fastjet.com/en
Plane from Nairobi to Bulawayo
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday
Estimated price:
$330.30–$1,079.81

Bus operators

Modern Coast

Phone:
+254 709 897 000
Email:
Website:
modern.co.ke/
Bus from Nairobi to Kampala
Ave. Duration:
11h 17m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$0.70–$52.14

Tahmeed Coach Ltd

Phone:
0724 581902
Website:
tahmeedexpress.com/
Bus from Nairobi to Dar
Ave. Duration:
16h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$24.14–$44.69

Buscar E.A Limited

Phone:
0790 700700
Email:
Website:
bus-car.co.ke/?fbclid=IwAR0ue-tmedLmaiQ3pC7R6TuzahIO7p698XH5v32MsQRE75qD18nAkNRKeR4#/
Bus from Nairobi to Kampala
Ave. Duration:
13h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$26.68–$44.69

Classic Coach

Website:
srclassic.com/
Bus from Berelay Rd to Tunduma
Ave. Duration:
13h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$93.98

Juldan Motors

Phone:
+260 211 247 683
Email:
Bus from Nakonde to Lusaka
Ave. Duration:
12h 38m
Frequency:
Once daily

New Force Enterprices Ltd

Phone:
+255 754864829
Email:
Website:
newforcebus.co.tz/
Bus from Magufuli Bus Terminal to Tunduma
Ave. Duration:
15h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$22.87–$27.95

Mkombe Trading Logistics

Phone:
+27 688 768 194
Email:
Website:
facebook.com/mkombebuslogisticstz
Bus from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg
Ave. Duration:
2d 15h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$188.20

Lawa Holdings Pty Ltd

Phone:
+267 240 1832
Website:
lawaholdings.co.bw/?fbclid=IwAR35P_vP2T0lCtu_CX1RFzeusOJHonVRExQyH5_hqRtuADUorFojHSbBy6A
Bus from Inter-City Bus Terminus to Phillip
Ave. Duration:
14h 26m
Frequency:
Twice a week

Khanda Express

Phone:
+267 2416471
Email:
Bus from Newtown Bus Terminus to Francistown
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$41.82

Dar Express Co. Ltd

Phone:
+255 (22) 2860230
Website:
dar-express.com/
Bus from Nairobi to Dar
Ave. Duration:
15h
Frequency:
Once daily

JKAS Bus Services

Phone:
+260 966608267
Email:
Website:
jkasbus.com/en
Bus from Nakonde Bus Stn to Inter-City
Ave. Duration:
16h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$19.73

Noko Travel & Tours

Phone:
+267 73 325 312
Email:
Bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Francistown
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Twice a week

Train operators

Tanzania Zambia Railway Authority

Website:
tazarasite.com
Train from Nakonde to New
Ave. Duration:
22h
Frequency:
Twice a week

Zambia Railways

Phone:
+260-215-227000
Email:
Website:
zrl.com.zm
Train from Kabwe to Lusaka
Ave. Duration:
4h 41m
Frequency:
Twice a week

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Francistown is to bus which costs $217.39 - $239.13 and takes 3 days 17h.

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

The fastest way to get from Nairobi to Francistown is to fly which takes 11h 22m and costs $250 - $869.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Nairobi and Francistown?

No, there is no direct bus from Nairobi to Francistown. However, there are services departing from Nairobi and arriving at Francistown Bus Rank via Dar Es Salaam, Fashion Square and Newtown Bus Terminus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 17h.

How far is it from Nairobi to Francistown?

The distance between Nairobi and Francistown is 2505 km. The road distance is 3340.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Nairobi to Francistown without a car is to bus and train and taxi which takes 2 days 22h and costs .

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

It takes approximately 11h 28m to get from Nairobi to Francistown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nairobi to Francistown bus from?

Nairobi to Francistown bus services, operated by Tahmeed Coach Ltd, depart from Nairobi station.

Bus or fly from Nairobi to Francistown?

The best way to get from Nairobi to Francistown is to bus which takes 2 days 5h and costs . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $250 - $869.57 and takes 11h 22m.

Where does the Nairobi to Francistown bus arrive?

Nairobi to Francistown bus services, operated by Tahmeed Coach Ltd, arrive at Dar es Salaam station.

What is the time difference between Nairobi and Francistown?

Francistown is 1h behind Nairobi. It is currently 14:19 in Nairobi and 13:19 in Francistown.

Can I drive from Nairobi to Francistown?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi to Francistown is 3341 km. It takes approximately 2 days 0h to drive from Nairobi to Francistown.

Where can I stay near Francistown?

There are 25+ hotels available in Francistown. Prices start at $25.75 per night.
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