What is the cheapest way to get from Polokwane to Harare?

The cheapest way to get from Polokwane to Harare is to bus which costs $65 - $75 and takes 28h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Polokwane to Harare?

The fastest way to get from Polokwane to Harare is to fly which takes 5h 12m and costs $240 - $410.

Is there a direct bus between Polokwane and Harare?

No, there is no direct bus from Polokwane to Harare. However, there are services departing from Polokwane and arriving at Harare via Johannesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 4m.

How far is it from Polokwane to Harare?

The distance between Polokwane and Harare is 702 km. The road distance is 799.1 km.

How do I travel from Polokwane to Harare without a car?

The best way to get from Polokwane to Harare without a car is to bus which takes 28h 4m and costs $65 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Polokwane to Harare?

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Polokwane to Harare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Polokwane to Harare bus from?

Polokwane to Harare bus services, operated by TransLux Express, depart from Polokwane station.

Bus or fly from Polokwane to Harare?

The best way to get from Polokwane to Harare is to fly which takes 5h 12m and costs $240 - $410. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $75 and takes 28h 4m.

Where does the Polokwane to Harare bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Polokwane to Harare?

Yes, the driving distance between Polokwane to Harare is 799 km. It takes approximately 8h 45m to drive from Polokwane to Harare.

Where can I stay near Harare?

There are 229+ hotels available in Harare.

Polokwane to Harare - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Polokwane to Harare 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
best
1. Fly from Gateway International Airport (PTG) to Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE)PTG - HRE
5h 12m
$245–410
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Polokwane to Johannesburg
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Harare
28h 4m
$67–73
Drive 799.1 km
1. Drive from Polokwane to Harare799.1 km
8h 45m
$146–211
Bus via Midrand
1. Take the bus from Polokwane to Midrand
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Harare
32h 45m
$86–165

Gateway International Airport (PTG) to Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE) flights

24Weekly Planes

6h 40mAverage Duration

$218Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Polokwane to Harare.

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Distance: 702.3 km
Duration: 5h 12m

What companies run services between Polokwane, South Africa and Harare, Zimbabwe?

Airlink flies from Gateway International Airport (PTG) to Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Polokwane to Harare via Johannesburg in around 28h 4m.

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