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

The cheapest way to get from Lusaka to Livingstone is to train which costs $8 - $17 and takes 19h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lusaka to Livingstone is to shuttle and fly which takes 2h 50m and costs $130 - $380.

Is there a direct bus between Lusaka and Livingstone?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lusaka and arriving at Livingstone. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Lusaka and Livingstone?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lusaka and arriving at Livingstone. Services depart once a week, and operate Friday. The journey takes approximately 19h 4m.

How far is it from Lusaka to Livingstone?

The distance between Lusaka and Livingstone is 425 km. The road distance is 475.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Lusaka to Livingstone without a car is to bus which takes 6h 55m and costs $18 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Lusaka to Livingstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lusaka to Livingstone bus from?

Lusaka to Livingstone bus services, operated by Mazhandu Family Bus Service, depart from Lusaka station.

Where do I catch the Lusaka to Livingstone train from?

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

Train or bus from Lusaka to Livingstone?

The best way to get from Lusaka to Livingstone is to bus which takes 6h 55m and costs $18 - $35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $8 - $17 and takes 19h 4m.

Where does the Lusaka to Livingstone bus arrive?

Lusaka to Livingstone bus services, operated by Mazhandu Family Bus Service, arrive at Livingstone station.

Where does the Lusaka to Livingstone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lusaka to Livingstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Lusaka to Livingstone is 476 km. It takes approximately 6h 43m to drive from Lusaka to Livingstone.

Where can I stay near Livingstone?

There are 225+ hotels available in Livingstone.

Lusaka to Livingstone - 4 ways to travel via train, shuttle, plane, bus

There are 4 ways to get from Lusaka to Livingstone by shuttle, plane, bus, 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.

Shuttle, fly
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Lusaka to Lusaka Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Lusaka (LUN) to Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport (LVI)plane LUN - LVI
2h 50m
$134–377
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lusaka to Livingstonetrain Kafue
19h 4m
$8–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lusaka to Livingstonebus
6h 55m
$18–35
Drive 475.6 km
1. Drive from Lusaka to Livingstonecar 475.6 km
6h 43m
$70–101

Lusaka (LUN) to Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport (LVI) flights

16Weekly Planes

1h 5mAverage Duration

$98Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lusaka to Livingstone.

Launch map view

Distance: 424.8 km
Duration: 2h 50m

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

Mazhandu Family Bus Service operates a bus from Lusaka to Livingstone every 3 hours. Tickets cost $33 and the journey takes 6h 55m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Zambia Railways Ltd operates a train from Lusaka to Livingstone once a week. Tickets cost $8–17 and the journey takes 19h 4m.

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