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

The cheapest way to get from Kitwe to Kabwe is to train which costs $3 - $6 and takes 10h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kitwe to Kabwe is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Kitwe and Kabwe?

No, there is no direct bus from Kitwe station to Kabwe. However, there are services departing from Power Tools Bus Station and arriving at Kabwe Main Bus Stn via Kapiri Mposhi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Kitwe and Kabwe?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kitwe and arriving at Kabwe. Services depart once a week, and operate Friday. The journey takes approximately 10h 15m.

How far is it from Kitwe to Kabwe?

The distance between Kitwe and Kabwe is 223 km. The road distance is 221 km.

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

The best way to get from Kitwe to Kabwe without a car is to bus which takes 5h 45m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Kitwe to Kabwe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kitwe to Kabwe bus from?

Kitwe to Kabwe bus services, operated by Power Tools, depart from Power Tools Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kitwe to Kabwe train from?

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

Train or bus from Kitwe to Kabwe?

The best way to get from Kitwe to Kabwe is to bus which takes 5h 45m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $3 - $6 and takes 10h 15m.

Where does the Kitwe to Kabwe bus arrive?

Kitwe to Kabwe bus services, operated by Power Tools, arrive at Kapiri Mposhi station.

Where does the Kitwe to Kabwe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kitwe to Kabwe?

Yes, the driving distance between Kitwe to Kabwe is 221 km. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Kitwe to Kabwe.

Where can I stay near Kabwe?

There are two+ hotels available in Kabwe.

Kitwe to Kabwe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Kitwe to Kabwe by bus, train, car, or plane

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Power Tools Bus Station to Kapiri Mposhibus
2. Take the bus from Kapiri Mposhi to Kabwe Main Bus Stnbus
5h 45m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kitwe to Kabwetrain Kafue
10h 15m
$3–6
Drive 221 km
1. Drive from Kitwe to Kabwecar 221 km
3h 13m
$33–47
Bus, fly, drive
1. Take the bus from Kitwe to Ndolabus
2. Fly from Ndola (NLA) to Lusaka (LUN)plane NLA - LUN
3. Drive from Lusaka-Airport-LUN to Kabwecar
5h 5m

Ndola (NLA) to Lusaka (LUN) flights

40Weekly Planes

50 minAverage Duration

$101Cheapest Price

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Distance: 222.6 km
Duration: 5h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Power Tools Bus Station to Kabwe Main Bus Stn via Kapiri Mposhi and Kapiri Mposhi in around 5h 45m. Alternatively, Zambia Railways Ltd operates a train from Kitwe to Kabwe once a week. Tickets cost $3–6 and the journey takes 10h 15m.

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