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2254 km.
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Four ways to Travel from Bloemfontein to Lilongwe

Composite routes from Bloemfontein to Lilongwe

Cheapest
24 h 57 min
Car
2254 km.
from $123
Other
30 h 25 min
1856 km.
from $165.63
6 h 23 min
Taxi, Plane
1855 km.
from $426.23
37 h 15 min
1856 km.
from $5.43

Transport providers

Bus operators

Greyhound ZA

Phone:
+27 11 611 8000
Email:
Website:
greyhound.co.za
Bus from Bloemfontein to Johannesburg
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.41–$40.92

Eagle Liner

Phone:
+27 87 150 1895
Email:
Website:
eagleliner.co.za
Bus from Bloemfontein to Johannesburg
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.79–$31.97

Vilamora Tours

Phone:
087 153 3388
Email:
Website:
vila-mora.co.za/
Bus from Bloemfontein to Johannesburg
Ave. Duration:
5h 59m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$23.02–$30.69

City to City

Phone:
+27 11 774 3333
Website:
res.prasa.com/citytocity/booking
Bus from Bloemfontein to Johannesburg
Ave. Duration:
5h 19m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.62–$20.46

Ulemu Bus Services

Phone:
+265 999 938 314
Email:
Website:
ulemubuses.com/
Bus from Johannesburg to Blantyre
Ave. Duration:
24h
Frequency:
3 times a week

Munorurama

Phone:
011 403 0859
Email:
Website:
munorurama.com/
Bus from Johannesburg to Lilongwe
Ave. Duration:
25h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$107.36

Malawi Posts Corporation

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

Airlines

Airlink

Phone:
+27 11 451 7300
Website:
flyairlink.com/
Plane from Bloemfontein Airport to Kamuzu
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$242.98–$575.48
Plane from Kimberley to Kamuzu
Ave. Duration:
4h 42m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$230.19–$549.90

Train operators

Shosholoza Meyl

Phone:
011 013 0231
Email:
Website:
res.prasa.com/shosholozameyl/Booking
Train from Bloemfontein to Sasolburg
Ave. Duration:
4h 52m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$10.87–$15.35

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Bloemfontein to Lilongwe is to bus which costs $103.26 - $130.43 and takes 30h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bloemfontein to Lilongwe is to fly which takes 5h 48m and costs $217.39 - $510.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Bloemfontein and Lilongwe?

No, there is no direct bus from Bloemfontein to Lilongwe. However, there are services departing from Bloemfontein and arriving at Lilongwe via Johannesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 25m.

How far is it from Bloemfontein to Lilongwe?

The distance between Bloemfontein and Lilongwe is 1906 km. The road distance is 2252.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Bloemfontein to Lilongwe without a car is to bus which takes 30h 25m and costs $103.26 - $130.43 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Bloemfontein to Lilongwe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bloemfontein to Lilongwe bus from?

Bloemfontein to Lilongwe bus services, operated by Greyhound ZA, depart from Bloemfontein station.

Bus or fly from Bloemfontein to Lilongwe?

The best way to get from Bloemfontein to Lilongwe is to fly which takes 5h 48m and costs $217.39 - $510.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $103.26 - $130.43 and takes 30h 25m.

Where does the Bloemfontein to Lilongwe bus arrive?

Bloemfontein to Lilongwe bus services, operated by Greyhound ZA, arrive at Johannesburg station.

What is the time difference between Bloemfontein and Lilongwe?

It is currently 13:42 at both, Bloemfontein and Lilongwe.

Can I drive from Bloemfontein to Lilongwe?

Yes, the driving distance between Bloemfontein to Lilongwe is 2252 km. It takes approximately 25h 4m to drive from Bloemfontein to Lilongwe.

Where can I stay near Lilongwe?

There are 72+ hotels available in Lilongwe. Prices start at $44.22 per night.
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