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

The cheapest way to get from Zambia to Maputo is to bus via Karl Max Av which costs $90 - $190 and takes 35h 30m.

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 $500 - $750.

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 Johannesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 56m.

How far is it from Zambia to Maputo?

The distance between Zambia and Maputo is 1283 km. The road distance is 1701 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 32h 56m and costs $110 - $125.

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 SR Classic Coach, 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 $500 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $125 and takes 32h 56m.

Where does the Zambia to Maputo bus arrive?

Zambia to Maputo bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, arrive at Park Station.

Can I drive from Zambia to Maputo?

Yes, the driving distance between Zambia to Maputo is 1701 km. It takes approximately 21h 1m to drive from Zambia to Maputo.

Where can I stay near Maputo?

There are 148+ hotels available in Maputo.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Zambia to Maputo by plane, bus, or car

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Fly Lusaka to Maputo International Airport
best
1. Fly from Lusaka (LUN) to Maputo International Airport (MPM)plane LUN - MPM
4h 37m
$501–727
Bus via Karl Max Av
cheapest
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
$94–185
Bus
1. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Park Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Maputobus
32h 56m
$115–123
Drive 1,701 km
1. Drive from Lusaka to Maputocar 1,701 km
21h 1m
$250–361
Fly Ndola to Maputo International Airport
1. Fly from Ndola (NLA) to Maputo International Airport (MPM)plane NLA - MPM
6h 10m
$391–1,002
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
$279–732

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

35Weekly Planes

5h 28mAverage Duration

$301Cheapest Price

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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 five other airlines fly from Lusaka (LUN) to Maputo International Airport (MPM) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Maputo via Park Station and Johannesburg in around 32h 56m.

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