Cities Near Francistown
Cities near Francistown, BW: 8 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Selebi-Phikwe, Bulawayo, Gweru. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Francistown, BW is Selebi-Phikwe, about 60 mi (96 km) away — roughly 1 hr 47 min by road. Below, 8 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selebi-Phikwe | 60 mi / 96 km | 1 hr 47 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bulawayo | 99 mi / 159 km | 2 hr 18 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Gweru | 191 mi / 307 km | 4 hr 10 min | 51 min | Weekend getaway |
| Louis Trichardt | 201 mi / 323 km | 4 hr 23 min | 52 min | Short break |
| Kwekwe | 215 mi / 347 km | 4 hr 42 min | 54 min | Short break |
| Polokwane | 227 mi / 365 km | 4 hr 57 min | 55 min | Short break |
| Masvingo | 228 mi / 367 km | 4 hr 58 min | 55 min | Short break |
| Mokopane | 230 mi / 370 km | 5 hr 1 min | 55 min | Short break |
Day trips from Francistown
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Selebi-Phikwe, Bulawayo. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Francistown include Selebi-Phikwe, Bulawayo, Gweru, Louis Trichardt, Kwekwe. The closest is Selebi-Phikwe, about 60 miles (96 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.