What is the cheapest way to get from Bulawayo to Lubumbashi?

The cheapest way to get from Bulawayo to Lubumbashi is to drive which costs $240 - $360 and takes 16h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bulawayo to Lubumbashi?

The fastest way to get from Bulawayo to Lubumbashi is to fly which takes 15h 13m and costs $180 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Bulawayo and Lubumbashi?

No, there is no direct bus from Bulawayo to Lubumbashi. However, there are services departing from Bulawayo and arriving at Lubumbashi via Livingstone and Intercity Bus Terminus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 42m.

How far is it from Bulawayo to Lubumbashi?

The distance between Bulawayo and Lubumbashi is 1471 km. The road distance is 1338.8 km.

How do I travel from Bulawayo to Lubumbashi without a car?

The best way to get from Bulawayo to Lubumbashi without a car is to bus which takes 23h 52m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Bulawayo to Lubumbashi?

It takes approximately 23h 42m to get from Bulawayo to Lubumbashi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bulawayo to Lubumbashi bus from?

Bulawayo to Lubumbashi bus services, operated by Stallion Cruise, depart from Bulawayo station.

Bus or fly from Bulawayo to Lubumbashi?

The best way to get from Bulawayo to Lubumbashi is to bus via Livingstone which takes 23h 42m and costs . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $180 - $600 and takes 15h 13m.

Where does the Bulawayo to Lubumbashi bus arrive?

Bulawayo to Lubumbashi bus services, operated by Stallion Cruise, arrive at Victoria Falls station.

Can I drive from Bulawayo to Lubumbashi?

Yes, the driving distance between Bulawayo to Lubumbashi is 1339 km. It takes approximately 16h 43m to drive from Bulawayo to Lubumbashi.

Where can I stay near Lubumbashi?

There are 28+ hotels available in Lubumbashi.

Bulawayo to Lubumbashi - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Bulawayo to Lubumbashi by bus, car, plane, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus via Livingstone
best
1. Take the bus from Bulawayo to Victoria Fallsbus
2. Take the bus from Livingstone to Lusakabus
3. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Lubumbashibus
23h 42m
Fly
cheapest
1. Fly from Bulawayo (BUQ) to Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM)plane BUQ - FBM
15h 13m
$182–601
Drive 1,338.8 km
1. Drive from Bulawayo to Lubumbashicar 1,338.8 km
16h 43m
$245–354
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bulawayo to Hararebus
2. Take the bus from RoadPort to Intercity Bus Terminusbus
3. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Lubumbashibus
23h 52m
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Inter-City Bus Terminus to RoadPortbus
2. Take the bus from RoadPort to Intercity Bus Terminusbus
3. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Lubumbashibus
24h 36m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bulawayo to Victoria Fallstrain
2. Take the bus from Livingstone to Intercity Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Lubumbashibus
32h 48m

Bulawayo (BUQ) to Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) flights

14Weekly Planes

18hAverage Duration

$147Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,471.4 km
Duration: 23h 42m

What companies run services between Bulawayo, Zimbabwe and Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo?

You can take a bus from Bulawayo to Lubumbashi via Victoria Falls, Livingstone, and Intercity Bus Terminus in around 23h 42m. Alternatively, Airlink, Fastjet, and two other airlines fly from Bulawayo (BUQ) to Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) twice daily.

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