What is the cheapest way to get from Botswana to Solwezi?

The cheapest way to get from Botswana to Solwezi is to drive which costs $290 - $430 and takes 25h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Botswana to Solwezi?

The fastest way to get from Botswana to Solwezi is to fly which takes 17h 53m and costs $380 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Botswana and Solwezi?

No, there is no direct bus from Botswana to Solwezi. However, there are services departing from Gaborone Bus Rank and arriving at Solwezi via Francistown and Lusaka. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33h 56m.

How far is it from Botswana to Solwezi?

The distance between Botswana and Solwezi is 927 km. The road distance is 2001.9 km.

How do I travel from Botswana to Solwezi without a car?

The best way to get from Botswana to Solwezi without a car is to bus which takes 33h 56m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Botswana to Solwezi?

It takes approximately 17h 53m to get from Botswana to Solwezi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Botswana to Solwezi bus from?

Botswana to Solwezi bus services, operated by Khanda Express, depart from Gaborone Bus Rank station.

Bus or fly from Botswana to Solwezi?

The best way to get from Botswana to Solwezi is to fly which takes 17h 53m and costs $380 - $950. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 33h 56m.

Where does the Botswana to Solwezi bus arrive?

Botswana to Solwezi bus services, operated by Khanda Express, arrive at Francistown Bus Rank station.

Can I drive from Botswana to Solwezi?

Yes, the driving distance between Botswana to Solwezi is 2002 km. It takes approximately 25h 54m to drive from Botswana to Solwezi.

Where can I stay near Solwezi?

There are nine+ hotels available in Solwezi.

Botswana to Solwezi - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Botswana to Solwezi by plane, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Maun Airport (MUB) to Solwezi (SLI)MUB - SLI
17h 53m
$384–938
Drive 2,001.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Gaborone to Solwezi2,001.9 km
25h 54m
$294–425
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gaborone Bus Rank to Francistown Bus Rank
2. Take the bus from Francistown to Intercity Bus Terminal
3. Take the bus from Lusaka to Solwezi
33h 56m
Bus via Francistown
1. Take the bus from Gaborone to Phillip Matante Dr
2. Take the bus from Phillip Matante Dr to Inter-City Bus Terminus
3. Take the bus from Lusaka to Solwezi
34h 49m
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Gaborone to Johannesburg
2. Take the bus from Johanneburg to Kitwe
3. Take the bus from Kitwe to Solwezi
37h 12m

Maun Airport (MUB) to Solwezi (SLI) flights

5Weekly Planes

18h 40mAverage Duration

$311Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Botswana to Solwezi.

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Distance: 926.7 km
Duration: 17h 53m

What companies run services between Botswana and Solwezi, Zambia?

Ethiopian Airlines, Zambia Airways, and two other airlines fly from Maun Airport (MUB) to Solwezi (SLI) 5 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gaborone Bus Rank to Solwezi via Francistown and Lusaka in around 33h 56m.

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