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

The cheapest way to get from Maputo to Zambia is to bus via Maputo which costs $85 - $120 and takes 33h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maputo to Zambia is to fly which takes 5h 25m and costs $330 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Maputo and Zambia?

No, there is no direct bus from Maputo to Zambia. However, there are services departing from Karl Max Av and arriving at Lusaka via Johannesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 30m.

How far is it from Maputo to Zambia?

The distance between Maputo and Zambia is 1506 km. The road distance is 1576.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Maputo to Zambia without a car is to bus which takes 30h 30m and costs $85 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Maputo to Zambia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maputo to Zambia bus from?

Maputo to Zambia bus services, operated by Etrago, depart from Karl Max Av station.

Bus or fly from Maputo to Zambia?

The best way to get from Maputo to Zambia is to fly which takes 5h 29m and costs $350 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $85 - $150 and takes 30h 30m.

Where does the Maputo to Zambia bus arrive?

Maputo to Zambia bus services, operated by Etrago, arrive at Kerk St station.

Can I drive from Maputo to Zambia?

Yes, the driving distance between Maputo to Zambia is 1577 km. It takes approximately 25h 2m to drive from Maputo to Zambia.

Where can I stay near Zambia?

There are 350+ hotels available in Zambia.

Maputo to Zambia - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Maputo to Zambia 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 to Ndola
best
1. Fly from Maputo International Airport (MPM) to Ndola (NLA)MPM - NLA
5h 29m
$358–1,046
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Karl Max Av to Kerk St
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Lusaka
30h 30m
$85–145
Drive 1,576.5 km
1. Drive from Maputo to Lusaka1,576.5 km
25h 2m
$232–335
Fly to Lusaka
1. Fly from Maputo International Airport (MPM) to Lusaka (LUN)MPM - LUN
5h 25m
$338–523
Fly to Lubumbashi International Airport, drive
1. Fly from Maputo International Airport (MPM) to Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM)MPM - FBM
2. Drive from Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to Chingola
7h
$280–868
Bus via Maputo
1. Take the bus from Maputo to Johannesburg
2. Take the bus from 77 Nugget St to Intercity Bus Terminus
33h 40m
$86–119

Maputo International Airport (MPM) to Ndola (NLA) flights

11Weekly Planes

5h 27mAverage Duration

$326Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Maputo to Zambia.

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Distance: 1,506.3 km
Duration: 5h 29m

What companies run services between Maputo, Mozambique and Zambia?

Airlink and Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique fly from Maputo International Airport (MPM) to Ndola (NLA) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Karl Max Av to Lusaka via Kerk St and Johannesburg in around 30h 30m.

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