What is the cheapest way to get from Namibia to Zambia?

The cheapest way to get from Namibia to Zambia is to bus which costs $85 - $110 and takes 30h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Namibia to Zambia?

The fastest way to get from Namibia to Zambia is to bus and fly which takes 6h 34m and costs $140 - $400.

Is there a direct bus between Namibia and Zambia?

No, there is no direct bus from Namibia to Zambia. However, there are services departing from Windhoek and arriving at Lusaka via Katima Mulilo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 53m.

How far is it from Namibia to Zambia?

The distance between Namibia and Zambia is 657 km. The road distance is 1861.8 km.

How do I travel from Namibia to Zambia without a car?

The best way to get from Namibia to Zambia without a car is to bus which takes 30h 53m and costs $85 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Namibia to Zambia?

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Namibia to Zambia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Namibia to Zambia bus from?

Namibia to Zambia bus services, operated by InterCape, depart from Windhoek station.

Bus or fly from Namibia to Zambia?

The best way to get from Namibia to Zambia is to bus which takes 30h 53m and costs $85 - $110. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $260 - $600 and takes 8h 38m.

Where does the Namibia to Zambia bus arrive?

Namibia to Zambia bus services, operated by InterCape, arrive at Katima Mulilo station.

Can I drive from Namibia to Zambia?

Yes, the driving distance between Namibia to Zambia is 1862 km. It takes approximately 21h 4m to drive from Namibia to Zambia.

Where can I stay near Zambia?

There are 348+ hotels available in Zambia.

Namibia to Zambia - 6 ways to travel via bus, plane, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Namibia to Zambia by bus, plane, 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 to Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport, fly to Lusaka
best
1. Take the bus from Katima Mulilo to Livingstone
2. Fly from Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport (LVI) to Lusaka (LUN)LVI - LUN
6h 34m
$142–395
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Windhoek to Katima Mulilo
2. Take the bus from Katima Mulilo to Lusaka
30h 53m
$85–102
Drive 1,861.8 km
1. Drive from Windhoek to Lusaka1,861.8 km
21h 4m
$274–395
Bus to Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport, fly to Ndola
1. Take the bus from Katima Mulilo to Livingstone
2. Fly from Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport (LVI) to Ndola (NLA)LVI - NLA
7h 33m
$202–348
Fly Windhoek International Airport to Lusaka
1. Fly from Windhoek International Airport (WDH) to Lusaka (LUN)WDH - LUN
8h 38m
$263–555
Bus via Soweto Market
1. Take the bus from Soweto Market to Katima Mulilo
2. Take the bus from Katima Mulilo to Lusaka
37h 47m
$127–138

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

21Weekly Planes

1h 6mAverage Duration

$93Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Namibia to Zambia.

Launch map view

Distance: 656.7 km
Duration: 6h 34m

What companies run services between Namibia and Zambia?

You can take a bus from Windhoek to Lusaka via Katima Mulilo in around 30h 53m. Alternatively, Airlink, South African Airways, and two other airlines fly from Windhoek International Airport (WDH) to Lusaka (LUN) 5 times a day.

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