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

The cheapest way to get from Durban to Lusaka is to bus via Johannesburg which costs $80 - $140 and takes 29h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Durban to Lusaka is to fly which takes 6h 50m and costs $350 - $440.

Is there a direct bus between Durban and Lusaka?

No, there is no direct bus from Durban to Lusaka. However, there are services departing from Durban Bus Stn and arriving at Lusaka via Johannesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 27m.

How far is it from Durban to Lusaka?

The distance between Durban and Lusaka is 1666 km. The road distance is 2106.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Durban to Lusaka without a car is to bus via Johannesburg which takes 29h 27m and costs $80 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 50m to get from Durban to Lusaka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durban to Lusaka bus from?

Durban to Lusaka bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, depart from Durban Bus Stn station.

Bus or fly from Durban to Lusaka?

The best way to get from Durban to Lusaka is to fly which takes 6h 50m and costs $350 - $440. Alternatively, you can bus via Johannesburg, which costs $80 - $140 and takes 29h 27m.

Where does the Durban to Lusaka bus arrive?

Durban to Lusaka bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, arrive at Johannesburg station.

Can I drive from Durban to Lusaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Durban to Lusaka is 2106 km. It takes approximately 23h 36m to drive from Durban to Lusaka.

Where can I stay near Lusaka?

There are 347+ hotels available in Lusaka.

Durban to Lusaka - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Durban to Lusaka by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly from King Shaka International Airport
best
1. Fly from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Lusaka (LUN)plane DUR - LUN
6h 50m
$355–436
Bus via Durban
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Durban to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from 77 Nugget St to Intercity Bus Terminusbus
34h 45m
$74–161
Bus via Johannesburg
1. Take the bus from Durban Bus Stn to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Lusakabus
29h 27m
$82–139
Drive 2,106.2 km
1. Drive from Durban to Lusakacar 2,106.2 km
23h 36m
$340–491
Bus to Pietermaritzburg, fly
1. Take the bus from Durban Bus Stn to Burger Stbus
2. Fly from Pietermaritzburg (PZB) to Lusaka (LUN)plane PZB - LUN
8h 26m
$316–818
Bus
1. Take the bus from Durban Bus Stn to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Park Station to Intercity Bus Terminusbus
33h 30m
$111–133

King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Lusaka (LUN) flights

23Weekly Planes

5h 14mAverage Duration

$233Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,666.5 km
Duration: 6h 50m

What companies run services between Durban, South Africa and Lusaka, Zambia?

South African Airways, Airlink, and two other airlines fly from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Lusaka (LUN) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Durban Bus Stn to Lusaka via Johannesburg and Johannesburg in around 29h 27m.

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