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

The cheapest way to get from Zambia to Maputo is to bus which costs $80 - $140 and takes 34h.

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

The fastest way to get from Zambia to Maputo is to fly which takes 4h 37m and costs $330 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Zambia and Maputo?

No, there is no direct bus from Zambia to Maputo. However, there are services departing from Intercity Bus Terminus and arriving at Maputo via Cbd and Johannesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h.

How far is it from Zambia to Maputo?

The distance between Zambia and Maputo is 1283 km. The road distance is 1577 km.

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

The best way to get from Zambia to Maputo without a car is to bus which takes 34h and costs $80 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Zambia to Maputo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zambia to Maputo bus from?

Zambia to Maputo bus services, operated by Andrich Coach Services, depart from Intercity Bus Terminus station.

Bus or fly from Zambia to Maputo?

The best way to get from Zambia to Maputo is to fly which takes 4h 37m and costs $330 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 - $140 and takes 34h.

Where does the Zambia to Maputo bus arrive?

Zambia to Maputo bus services, operated by Andrich Coach Services, arrive at 77 Nugget St station.

Can I drive from Zambia to Maputo?

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

Where can I stay near Maputo?

There are 128+ hotels available in Maputo.

Zambia to Maputo - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Zambia to Maputo by plane, bus, car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Lusaka to Maputo International Airport
best
1. Fly from Lusaka (LUN) to Maputo International Airport (MPM)plane LUN - MPM
4h 37m
$331–677
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to 77 Nugget Stbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Maputobus
34h
$82–132
Drive 1,577 km
1. Drive from Lusaka to Maputocar 1,577 km
25h 2m
$232–335
Fly Ndola to Maputo International Airport
1. Fly from Ndola (NLA) to Maputo International Airport (MPM)plane NLA - MPM
6h 10m
$361–1,052
Fly Lusaka to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, drive
1. Fly from Lusaka (LUN) to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP)plane LUN - MQP
2. Drive from Nelspruit-Airport-MQP to Maputocar
6h 43m
$199–562
Bus via Karl Max Av
1. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to 77 Nugget Stbus
2. Take the bus from Kerk St to Karl Max Avbus
35h 30m
$91–167
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to 77 Nugget Stbus
2. Take the train from Park to Pretoriatrain
3. Take the bus from Paul Kruger & Scheiding St to Maputobus
39h 24m
$111–190

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

40Weekly Planes

5h 12mAverage Duration

$271Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Zambia to Maputo.

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Distance: 1,283.4 km
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Zambia and Maputo, Mozambique?

Airlink, South African Airways, and four other airlines fly from Lusaka (LUN) to Maputo International Airport (MPM) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Maputo via 77 Nugget St, Cbd, Park Station, and Johannesburg in around 34h.

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