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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Windhoek to Lusaka is to fly which takes 8h 38m and costs $260 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Windhoek and Lusaka?

No, there is no direct bus from Windhoek to Lusaka. 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 Windhoek to Lusaka?

The distance between Windhoek and Lusaka is 1471 km. The road distance is 1861.8 km.

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

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

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

It takes approximately 8h 38m to get from Windhoek to Lusaka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Windhoek to Lusaka bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Windhoek to Lusaka?

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

Where does the Windhoek to Lusaka bus arrive?

Windhoek to Lusaka bus services, operated by InterCape, arrive at Katima Mulilo station.

Can I drive from Windhoek to Lusaka?

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

Where can I stay near Lusaka?

There are 348+ hotels available in Lusaka.

Windhoek to Lusaka - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Windhoek to Lusaka by plane, bus, 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 Windhoek International Airport (WDH) to Lusaka (LUN)WDH - LUN
8h 38m
$263–555
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 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

Windhoek International Airport (WDH) to Lusaka (LUN) flights

37Weekly Planes

6h 10mAverage Duration

$221Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Windhoek to Lusaka.

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Distance: 1,471.4 km
Duration: 8h 38m

What companies run services between Windhoek, Namibia and Lusaka, Zambia?

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

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