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

The cheapest way to get from Pretoria to Maputo is to bus which costs $18 - $40 and takes 12h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pretoria to Maputo is to taxi and fly which takes 1h 52m and costs $190 - $320.

Is there a direct bus between Pretoria and Maputo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pretoria and arriving at Maputo. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 10m.

How far is it from Pretoria to Maputo?

The distance between Pretoria and Maputo is 492 km. The road distance is 519.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Pretoria to Maputo without a car is to train and bus which takes 9h 10m and costs $23 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 52m to get from Pretoria to Maputo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pretoria to Maputo bus from?

Pretoria to Maputo bus services, operated by InterCape, depart from Pretoria station.

Where does the Pretoria to Maputo bus arrive?

Pretoria to Maputo bus services, operated by InterCape, arrive at Maputo station.

Can I drive from Pretoria to Maputo?

Yes, the driving distance between Pretoria to Maputo is 519 km. It takes approximately 5h 44m to drive from Pretoria to Maputo.

Where can I stay near Maputo?

There are 128+ hotels available in Maputo.

Pretoria to Maputo - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Pretoria to Maputo by taxi, plane, train, 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.

Taxi, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Pretoria to Johannesburg International Airport (JNB)
2. Fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Maputo International Airport (MPM)JNB - MPM
1h 52m
$198–312
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pretoria to Maputo
12h 10m
$18–40
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Pretoria to ParkNorth-South
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Maputo
9h 10m
$24–33
Drive 519.1 km
1. Drive from Pretoria to Maputo519.1 km
5h 44m
$73–105
Train, bus via Karl Max Av
1. Take the train from Pretoria to ParkNorth-South
2. Take the bus from Kerk St to Karl Max Av
11h 18m
$34–43

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

38Weekly Planes

1h 10mAverage Duration

$121Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 491.9 km
Duration: 1h 52m

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

InterCape operates a bus from Pretoria to Maputo 3 times a day. Tickets cost $22–40 and the journey takes 12h 10m. TransLux Express also services this route 3 times a week.

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