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

The cheapest way to get from Maputo to Lobito is to bus which costs $190 - $260 and takes 2 days 5h.

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

The fastest way to get from Maputo to Lobito is to fly which takes 6h 45m and costs $600 - $2,400.

Is there a direct bus between Maputo and Lobito?

No, there is no direct bus from Maputo to Lobito. However, there are services departing from Maputo and arriving at Benguela via Johannesburg and Windhoek. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 5h.

How far is it from Maputo to Lobito?

The distance between Maputo and Lobito is 2522 km. The road distance is 3234.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Maputo to Lobito without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 5h and costs $190 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Maputo to Lobito, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maputo to Lobito bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Maputo to Lobito?

The best way to get from Maputo to Lobito is to fly which takes 6h 45m and costs $600 - $2,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $190 - $260 and takes 2 days 5h.

Where does the Maputo to Lobito bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Maputo and Lobito?

Lobito is 1h behind Maputo. It is currently 2:55 AM in Maputo and 1:55 AM in Lobito.

Can I drive from Maputo to Lobito?

Yes, the driving distance between Maputo to Lobito is 3235 km. It takes approximately 36h 54m to drive from Maputo to Lobito.

Where can I stay near Lobito?

There are four+ hotels available in Lobito.

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

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

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Fly to Catumbela Airport
best
1. Fly from Maputo International Airport (MPM) to Catumbela Airport (CBT)plane MPM - CBT
6h 45m
$618–2,388
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Maputo to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Windhoekbus
3. Take the bus from Windhoek to Benguelabus
2d 5h
$192–253
Drive 3,234.8 km
1. Drive from Maputo to Lobitocar 3,234.8 km
36h 54m
$396–572
Fly to Lubango, bus
1. Fly from Maputo International Airport (MPM) to Lubango (SDD)plane MPM - SDD
2. Take the bus from Lubango to Benguelabus
19h 15m
$864–2,143

Maputo International Airport (MPM) to Catumbela Airport (CBT) flights

2Weekly Planes

6h 15mAverage Duration

$581Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,522.2 km
Duration: 6h 45m

What companies run services between Maputo, Mozambique and Lobito, Angola?

TAAG Angola Airlines flies from Maputo International Airport (MPM) to Catumbela Airport (CBT) twice a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Maputo to Lobito via Johannesburg, Johannesburg, Windhoek, Windhoek, and Benguela in around 2d 5h.

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