What is the cheapest way to get from Maputo to Johannesburg?

The cheapest way to get from Maputo to Johannesburg is to bus which costs R 330 - R 1 100 and takes 7h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Maputo to Johannesburg?

The fastest way to get from Maputo to Johannesburg is to fly which takes 1h 29m and costs R 3 200 - R 5 500.

Is there a direct bus between Maputo and Johannesburg?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Maputo and arriving at Johannesburg. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 7h 35m.

How far is it from Maputo to Johannesburg?

The distance between Maputo and Johannesburg is 462 km. The road distance is 542.3 km.

How do I travel from Maputo to Johannesburg without a car?

The best way to get from Maputo to Johannesburg without a car is to bus which takes 7h 35m and costs R 330 - R 1 100.

How long does it take to get from Maputo to Johannesburg?

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Maputo to Johannesburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maputo to Johannesburg bus from?

Maputo to Johannesburg bus services, operated by TransLux Express, depart from Maputo station.

Bus or fly from Maputo to Johannesburg?

The best way to get from Maputo to Johannesburg is to fly which takes 1h 29m and costs R 3 200 - R 5 500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 330 - R 1 100 and takes 7h 35m.

Where does the Maputo to Johannesburg bus arrive?

Maputo to Johannesburg bus services, operated by TransLux Express, arrive at Johannesburg station.

Can I drive from Maputo to Johannesburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Maputo to Johannesburg is 542 km. It takes approximately 5h 59m to drive from Maputo to Johannesburg.

Where can I stay near Johannesburg?

There are 4267+ hotels available in Johannesburg.

Maputo to Johannesburg - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Maputo to Johannesburg by plane, bus, car, or train

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 Maputo International Airport (MPM) to Johannesburg International Airport (JNB)MPM - JNB
1h 29m
R 3,287–5,202
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Maputo to Johannesburg
7h 35m
R 330–1,100
Drive 542.3 km
1. Drive from Maputo to Johannesburg542.3 km
5h 59m
R 1,262–1,823
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Maputo to Paul Kruger & Scheiding St
2. Take the train from Pretoria to ParkNorth-South
13h 5m
R 898–1,400

Maputo International Airport (MPM) to Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) flights

38Weekly Planes

1h 9mAverage Duration

R 2,101Cheapest Price

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Distance: 461.9 km
Duration: 1h 29m

What companies run services between Maputo, Mozambique and Johannesburg, South Africa?

Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique, Airlink, and Turkish Airlines fly from Maputo International Airport (MPM) to Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) 5 times a day. Alternatively, TransLux Express operates a bus from Maputo to Johannesburg 3 times a week. Tickets cost R 330–460 and the journey takes 7h 35m. Etrago also services this route once a week.

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