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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Lilongwe to Francistown

Cheapest
17 h 42 min
Car
1368 km.
from $75
Other
24 h 16 min
1041 km.
from $96.13
24 h 50 min
1040 km.
from $5.43
10 h 50 min
Bus, Plane
1040 km.
from $531.04

Transport providers

Airlines

Airlink

Phone:
+27 11 451 7300
Website:
flyairlink.com/
Plane from Kamuzu International Airport to Bulawayo
Ave. Duration:
7h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$260.87–$923.91

Air Botswana

Website:
airbotswana.co.bw/
Plane from Kamuzu International Airport to Francistown
Ave. Duration:
25h 35m
Frequency:
Saturday
Estimated price:
$250.00–$543.48

Fastjet

Website:
fastjet.com/en
Plane from Kamuzu International Airport to Bulawayo
Ave. Duration:
7h 20m
Frequency:
Monday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$195.65–$815.22

Bus operators

Citylink Luxury Coaches

Phone:
+263 77 699 9222
Email:
Website:
citylinkcoaches.co.zw/?fbclid=IwY2xjawEBns5leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHSryroYE94ufM0SxGyBuwUc7XJ4VMitUWAoO4uS7ULLDIpSItGAfL3EHfA_aem_qNUkt0bahBhUcdKz5ijPmg
Bus from Wenela Bus Stn to RoadPort
Ave. Duration:
9h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a day

Trip Trans

Phone:
+263 77 426 0214
Bus from Wenela Bus Stn to RoadPort
Ave. Duration:
9h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$32.95

Sososo Coaches

Phone:
+(265)994 193 745
Website:
sososocoaches.com
Bus from Lilongwe to Blantyre
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$13.73

Lawa Holdings Pty Ltd

Phone:
+267 240 1832
Website:
lawaholdings.co.bw/?fbclid=IwAR35P_vP2T0lCtu_CX1RFzeusOJHonVRExQyH5_hqRtuADUorFojHSbBy6A
Bus from RoadPort to Phillip
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$17.42

Malawi Posts Corporation

Phone:
0994 168 044
Email:
Bus from Lilongwe to Blantyre
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Twice daily

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Lilongwe to Francistown is to bus which costs $64.10 and takes 24h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lilongwe to Francistown is to fly and drive which takes 10h 50m and costs $239.13 - $923.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Lilongwe and Francistown?

No, there is no direct bus from Lilongwe to Francistown. However, there are services departing from Lilongwe and arriving at Phillip Matante Dr via Wenela Bus Stn and RoadPort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 16m.

How far is it from Lilongwe to Francistown?

The distance between Lilongwe and Francistown is 1534 km. The road distance is 1368.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Lilongwe to Francistown without a car is to bus which takes 24h 16m and costs $64.10 .

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

It takes approximately 24h 16m to get from Lilongwe to Francistown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lilongwe to Francistown bus from?

Lilongwe to Francistown bus services, operated by Sososo Coaches, depart from Lilongwe station.

Bus or fly from Lilongwe to Francistown?

The best way to get from Lilongwe to Francistown is to bus which takes 24h 16m and costs $64.10 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $260.87 - $597.83 and takes 25h 29m.

Where does the Lilongwe to Francistown bus arrive?

Lilongwe to Francistown bus services, operated by Sososo Coaches, arrive at Blantyre station.

Can I drive from Lilongwe to Francistown?

Yes, the driving distance between Lilongwe to Francistown is 1368 km. It takes approximately 17h 42m to drive from Lilongwe to Francistown.

Where can I stay near Francistown?

There are 27+ hotels available in Francistown. Prices start at $25.08 per night.
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