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

The cheapest way to get from Kitwe to Mbeya is to drive which costs $130 - $200 and takes 15h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kitwe to Mbeya is to drive which takes 15h 47m and costs $130 - $200.

How far is it from Kitwe to Mbeya?

The distance between Kitwe and Mbeya is 1493 km. The road distance is 901.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kitwe to Mbeya without a car is to bus and Private Transfer via Lusaka which takes 22h 7m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 22h 7m to get from Kitwe to Mbeya, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Kitwe and Mbeya?

Mbeya is 1h ahead of Kitwe. It is currently 11:59 AM in Kitwe and 12:59 PM in Mbeya.

Can I drive from Kitwe to Mbeya?

Yes, the driving distance between Kitwe to Mbeya is 901 km. It takes approximately 15h 47m to drive from Kitwe to Mbeya.

Where can I stay near Mbeya?

There are 18+ hotels available in Mbeya.

Kitwe to Mbeya - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, Private Transfer , and car

There are 5 ways to get from Kitwe to Mbeya by bus, shuttle, 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, Private Transfer via Lusaka
best
1. Take the bus from Kitwe to Lusakabus
2. Take the bus from Lusaka to Nakondebus
3. Take a shuttle bus from Tunduma to Mbeyashuttle
22h 7m
Bus, Private Transfer
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Power Tools Bus Station to Kapiri Mposhibus
2. Take the bus from Kapiri Mposhi to Nakonde Bus Stnbus
3. Take a shuttle bus from Tunduma to Mbeyashuttle
23h 15m
$97–219
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Power Tools Bus Station to Kapiri Mposhibus
2. Take the train from New Kapiri Mposhi to Mbeyatrain
29h 46m
Drive 901.3 km
1. Drive from Kitwe to Mbeyacar 901.3 km
15h 47m
$133–191
Drive, fly
1. Drive from Kitwe to Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM)car
2. Fly from Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane FBM - MBI
27h 59m
$349–942

Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to Mbeya Airport (MBI) flights

6Weekly Planes

25h 10mAverage Duration

$322Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 1,492.9 km
Duration: 22h 7m

What companies run services between Kitwe, Zambia and Mbeya, Tanzania?

There is no direct connection from Kitwe to Mbeya. However, you can take the bus to Lusaka, take the bus to Nakonde, walk to Tunduma, then take the shuttle to Mbeya. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Power Tools Bus Station to Mbeya via Kapiri Mposhi, New Kapiri Mposhi, and Mbeya in around 29h 46m.

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