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

The cheapest way to get from Kitwe to Lusaka is to train which costs $5 - $9 and takes 14h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kitwe to Lusaka is to drive which takes 5h 14m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Kitwe and Lusaka?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kitwe and arriving at Lusaka. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h.

Is there a direct train between Kitwe and Lusaka?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kitwe and arriving at Lusaka. Services depart once a week, and operate Friday. The journey takes approximately 14h 56m.

How far is it from Kitwe to Lusaka?

The distance between Kitwe and Lusaka is 350 km. The road distance is 359.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kitwe to Lusaka without a car is to bus which takes 6h and costs $11 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Kitwe to Lusaka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kitwe to Lusaka bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kitwe to Lusaka train from?

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

Train or bus from Kitwe to Lusaka?

The best way to get from Kitwe to Lusaka is to bus which takes 6h and costs $11 - $18. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $5 - $9 and takes 14h 56m.

Where does the Kitwe to Lusaka bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kitwe to Lusaka train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kitwe to Lusaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Kitwe to Lusaka is 359 km. It takes approximately 5h 14m to drive from Kitwe to Lusaka.

Where can I stay near Lusaka?

There are 372+ hotels available in Lusaka.

Kitwe to Lusaka - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Kitwe to Lusaka by bus, plane, train, or car

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

Bus, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Kitwe to Ndolabus
2. Fly from Ndola (NLA) to Lusaka (LUN)plane NLA - LUN
3h 6m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kitwe to Lusakatrain Kafue
14h 56m
$5–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kitwe to Lusakabus
6h
$11–18
Drive 359.3 km
1. Drive from Kitwe to Lusakacar 359.3 km
5h 14m
$53–77
Bus via Kapiri Mposhi
1. Take the bus from Power Tools Bus Station to Kapiri Mposhibus
2. Take the bus from Kapiri Mposhi to Intercity Bus Terminalbus
8h 38m
$24–29

Ndola (NLA) to Lusaka (LUN) flights

44Weekly Planes

47 minAverage Duration

$101Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 350.1 km
Duration: 3h 6m

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

Euro-Africa Bus Service operates a bus from Kitwe to Lusaka 3 times a day. Tickets cost $12 and the journey takes 6h. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Zambia Railways Ltd operates a train from Kitwe to Lusaka once a week. Tickets cost $5–9 and the journey takes 14h 56m.

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