What is the cheapest way to get from Kitwe to Choma?

The cheapest way to get from Kitwe to Choma is to train which costs $9 - $20 and takes 26h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kitwe to Choma?

The fastest way to get from Kitwe to Choma is to drive which takes 9h 31m and costs $90 - $140.

Is there a direct bus between Kitwe and Choma?

No, there is no direct bus from Kitwe to Choma. However, there are services departing from Kitwe and arriving at Choma via Lusaka. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Kitwe and Choma?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kitwe and arriving at Choma. Services depart once a week, and operate Friday. The journey takes approximately 26h 4m.

How far is it from Kitwe to Choma?

The distance between Kitwe and Choma is 650 km. The road distance is 645.4 km.

How do I travel from Kitwe to Choma without a car?

The best way to get from Kitwe to Choma without a car is to bus which takes 10h 50m and costs $30.

How long does it take to get from Kitwe to Choma?

It takes approximately 10h 50m to get from Kitwe to Choma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kitwe to Choma bus from?

Kitwe to Choma bus services, operated by Euro-Africa Bus Service, depart from Kitwe station.

Where do I catch the Kitwe to Choma train from?

Kitwe to Choma train services, operated by Zambia Railways Ltd, depart from Kitwe station.

Train or bus from Kitwe to Choma?

The best way to get from Kitwe to Choma is to bus which takes 10h 50m and costs $30. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $9 - $20 and takes 26h 4m.

Where does the Kitwe to Choma bus arrive?

Kitwe to Choma bus services, operated by Euro-Africa Bus Service, arrive at Lusaka station.

Where does the Kitwe to Choma train arrive?

Kitwe to Choma train services, operated by Zambia Railways Ltd, arrive at Choma station.

Can I drive from Kitwe to Choma?

Yes, the driving distance between Kitwe to Choma is 645 km. It takes approximately 9h 31m to drive from Kitwe to Choma.

Where can I stay near Choma?

There are nine+ hotels available in Choma.

Kitwe to Choma - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Kitwe to Choma by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kitwe to Lusakabus
2. Take the bus from Lusaka to Chomabus
10h 50m
$29
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kitwe to Chomatrain Kafue
26h 4m
$9–20
Drive 645.4 km
1. Drive from Kitwe to Chomacar 645.4 km
9h 31m
$95–137
Bus, fly to Lusaka
1. Take the bus from Kitwe to Ndolabus
2. Fly from Ndola (NLA) to Lusaka (LUN)plane NLA - LUN
3. Take the bus from Lusaka to Chomabus
7h 59m
Bus via Power Tools Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Power Tools Bus Station to Intercity Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Lusaka to Chomabus
12h 28m
$33–35
Bus, fly to Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport
1. Take the bus from Kitwe to Ndolabus
2. Fly from Ndola (NLA) to Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport (LVI)plane NLA - LVI
3. Take the bus from Livingstone to Chomabus
9h 10m

Ndola (NLA) to Lusaka (LUN) flights

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Distance: 650 km
Duration: 10h 50m

What companies run services between Kitwe, Zambia and Choma, Zambia?

You can take a bus from Kitwe to Choma via Lusaka in around 10h 50m. Alternatively, Zambia Railways Ltd operates a train from Kitwe to Choma once a week. Tickets cost $9–20 and the journey takes 26h 4m.

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