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 - $8 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 363 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 $10 - $16.

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

The bus from Kitwe to Lusaka takes 6h including transfers and departs every four hours.

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 $10 - $16. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $5 - $8 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 350+ hotels available in Lusaka.

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

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

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 Kitwe to Lusaka
6h
$10–16
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kitwe to LusakaKafue
14h 56m
$5–8
Drive 359.3 km
1. Drive from Kitwe to Lusaka359.3 km
5h 14m
$53–77
Bus, fly, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Kitwe to Ndola
2. Fly from Ndola (NLA) to Lusaka (LUN)NLA - LUN
3. Take a shuttle bus from Lusaka Airport to Lusaka
3h 59m
Bus via Kapiri Mposhi
1. Take the bus from Power Tools Bus Station to Kapiri Mposhi
2. Take the bus from Kapiri Mposhi to Intercity Bus Terminal
8h 38m
$21–25

Ndola (NLA) to Lusaka (LUN) flights

40Weekly Planes

47 minAverage Duration

$96Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 363.2 km
Duration: 6h

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 $11 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 $5–8 and the journey takes 14h 56m.

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