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 - $160 and takes 34h.

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 4h 32m and costs $370 - $700.

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 1282 km. The road distance is 1701.6 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 $100 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m 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 4h 32m and costs $370 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $180 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 1702 km. It takes approximately 21h to drive from Maputo to Zambia.

Where can I stay near Zambia?

There are 384+ hotels available in Zambia.

Maputo to Zambia - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 5 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 Lusaka
best
1. Fly from Maputo International Airport (MPM) to Lusaka (LUN)plane MPM - LUN
4h 32m
$378–673
Bus via Maputo
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Maputo to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from 77 Nugget St to Intercity Bus Terminusbus
34h
$87–160
Bus
1. Take the bus from Karl Max Av to Kerk Stbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Lusakabus
30h 30m
$109–180
Drive 1,701.6 km
1. Drive from Maputo to Lusakacar 1,701.6 km
21h
$250–361
Fly to Ndola
1. Fly from Maputo International Airport (MPM) to Ndola (NLA)plane MPM - NLA
5h 29m
$488–1,346

Maputo International Airport (MPM) to Lusaka (LUN) flights

32Weekly Planes

5h 48mAverage Duration

$327Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Maputo to Zambia.

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Distance: 1,282.5 km
Duration: 4h 32m

What companies run services between Maputo, Mozambique and Zambia?

Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique, South African Airways, and three other airlines fly from Maputo International Airport (MPM) to Lusaka (LUN) 5 times a day. 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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