What is the cheapest way to get from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka?

The cheapest way to get from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka is to bus which costs $57 - $58 and takes 29h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka?

The fastest way to get from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka is to fly which takes 2h 56m and costs $300 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Dar es Salaam and Lusaka?

No, there is no direct bus from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka. However, there are services departing from Gerezani and arriving at Intercity Bus Terminus via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 12m.

How far is it from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka?

The distance between Dar es Salaam and Lusaka is 1537 km. The road distance is 1945.8 km.

How do I travel from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka without a car?

The best way to get from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka without a car is to bus which takes 29h 12m and costs $57 - $58.

How long does it take to get from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka?

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dar es Salaam to Lusaka bus from?

Dar es Salaam to Lusaka bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, depart from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal station.

Bus or fly from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka?

The best way to get from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka is to fly which takes 2h 56m and costs $300 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $57 - $58 and takes 29h 12m.

Where does the Dar es Salaam to Lusaka bus arrive?

Dar es Salaam to Lusaka bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, arrive at Intercity Bus Terminus station.

What is the time difference between Dar es Salaam and Lusaka?

Lusaka is 1h behind Dar es Salaam. It is currently 6:47 AM in Dar es Salaam and 5:47 AM in Lusaka.

Can I drive from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Dar es Salaam to Lusaka is 1946 km. It takes approximately 29h 54m to drive from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka.

Where can I stay near Lusaka?

There are 360+ hotels available in Lusaka.

Dar es Salaam to Lusaka - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dar es Salaam to Lusaka by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Lusaka (LUN)plane DAR - LUN
2h 56m
$307–519
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Intercity Bus Terminusbus
29h 12m
$57
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dar es salaam to Serenjetrain
2. Take the bus from Serenje to Lusakabus
46h 43m
Drive 1,945.8 km
1. Drive from Dar es Salaam to Lusakacar 1,945.8 km
29h 54m
$286–413

Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Lusaka (LUN) flights

12Weekly Planes

3h 21mAverage Duration

$155Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,536.6 km
Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between Dar es Salaam, Tanzania and Lusaka, Zambia?

Turkish Airlines, Air Tanzania, and two other airlines fly from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Lusaka (LUN) twice daily. Alternatively, SR Classic Coach operates a bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Intercity Bus Terminus twice daily. Tickets cost $57 and the journey takes 28h.

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