What is the cheapest way to get from Grootfontein to Walvis Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Grootfontein to Walvis Bay is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 6h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Grootfontein to Walvis Bay?

The fastest way to get from Grootfontein to Walvis Bay is to drive which takes 6h 5m and costs $70 - $110.

How far is it from Grootfontein to Walvis Bay?

The distance between Grootfontein and Walvis Bay is 977 km. The road distance is 623 km.

How do I travel from Grootfontein to Walvis Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Grootfontein to Walvis Bay without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 12h 1m and costs $85 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Grootfontein to Walvis Bay?

It takes approximately 12h 1m to get from Grootfontein to Walvis Bay, including transfers.

Can I drive from Grootfontein to Walvis Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Grootfontein to Walvis Bay is 623 km. It takes approximately 6h 5m to drive from Grootfontein to Walvis Bay.

Where can I stay near Walvis Bay?

There are 122+ hotels available in Walvis Bay.

Grootfontein to Walvis Bay - 3 ways to travel via taxi, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 3 ways to get from Grootfontein to Walvis Bay by taxi, bus, car, or shuttle

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

Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Grootfontein to Tsumeb
2. Take the bus from Tsumeb to Omuthiya
3. Take the bus from Omuthiya to Walvis Bay
12h 1m
$88–101
Drive 623 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Grootfontein to Walvis Bay623 km
6h 5m
$73–105
Taxi, bus, shuttle
1. Take the taxi from Grootfontein to Tsumeb
2. Take the bus from Tsumeb to Windhoek
3. Take a shuttle bus from Windhoek to Swakopmund
14h 13m
$127–145

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 977.2 km
Duration: 12h 1m

What companies run services between Grootfontein, Otjozondjupa, Namibia and Walvis Bay, Namibia?

There is no direct connection from Grootfontein to Walvis Bay. However, you can take the taxi to Tsumeb, take the bus to Omuthiya, walk to Omuthiya, then take the bus to Walvis Bay. Alternatively, you can drive from Grootfontein to Walvis Bay in around 6h 5m.

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