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

The cheapest way to get from Lusaka to Nairobi is to fly which costs $240 - $550 and takes 6h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lusaka to Nairobi is to fly which takes 6h 20m and costs $240 - $550.

How far is it from Lusaka to Nairobi?

The distance between Lusaka and Nairobi is 1868 km. The road distance is 2385.6 km.

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

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Lusaka to Nairobi, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Lusaka to Nairobi?

The best way to get from Lusaka to Nairobi is to fly which takes 6h 20m and costs $240 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 40h 48m.

What is the time difference between Lusaka and Nairobi?

Nairobi is 1h ahead of Lusaka. It is currently 9:27 AM in Lusaka and 10:27 AM in Nairobi.

Can I drive from Lusaka to Nairobi?

Yes, the driving distance between Lusaka to Nairobi is 2386 km. It takes approximately 37h 49m to drive from Lusaka to Nairobi.

Where can I stay near Nairobi?

There are 8354+ hotels available in Nairobi.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Lusaka to Nairobi by 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.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Lusaka (LUN) to Nairobi (NBO)LUN - NBO
6h 20m
$241–537
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lusaka to Nakonde
2. Take the bus from Tunduma Terminal to Berelay Rd
3. Take the bus from Kampala to Nairobi
40h 48m
Bus, train, drive
1. Take the bus from Lusaka to Serenje
2. Take the train from Serenje to Nakonde
3. Drive from Nakonde to Mbeya
4. Take the train from Mbeya to Dar es salaam
5. Take the train from Dar es Salaam to Arusha
6. Take the bus from Arusha to Nairobi
3d 3h
Drive 2,385.6 km
1. Drive from Lusaka to Nairobi2,385.6 km
37h 49m
$350–506
Bus via Dar es Salaam
1. Take the bus from Inter-City Bus Terminus to Nakonde Bus Stn
2. Take the bus from Tunduma Terminal to Magufuli Bus Terminal
3. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Nairobi
2d

Lusaka (LUN) to Nairobi (NBO) flights

17Weekly Planes

4hAverage Duration

$212Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Lusaka to Nairobi.

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Distance: 1,867.7 km
Duration: 6h 20m

What companies run services between Lusaka, Zambia and Nairobi, Kenya?

Zambia Airways, Kenya Airways, and two other airlines fly from Lusaka (LUN) to Nairobi (NBO) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lusaka to Nairobi via Nakonde, Tunduma Terminal, Berelay Rd, and Kampala in around 40h 48m.

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