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

The cheapest way to get from Harare to Lubumbashi is to drive which costs $180 - $280 and takes 13h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harare to Lubumbashi is to fly which takes 1h 53m and costs $430 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Harare and Lubumbashi?

No, there is no direct bus from Harare to Lubumbashi. However, there are services departing from RoadPort and arriving at Lubumbashi via Intercity Bus Terminus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 6m.

How far is it from Harare to Lubumbashi?

The distance between Harare and Lubumbashi is 826 km. The road distance is 1036.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Harare to Lubumbashi without a car is to bus which takes 17h 6m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Harare to Lubumbashi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harare to Lubumbashi bus from?

Harare to Lubumbashi bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, depart from RoadPort station.

Bus or fly from Harare to Lubumbashi?

The best way to get from Harare to Lubumbashi is to fly which takes 1h 53m and costs $430 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 17h 6m.

Where does the Harare to Lubumbashi bus arrive?

Harare to Lubumbashi bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, arrive at Intercity Bus Terminus station.

Can I drive from Harare to Lubumbashi?

Yes, the driving distance between Harare to Lubumbashi is 1036 km. It takes approximately 13h 14m to drive from Harare to Lubumbashi.

Where can I stay near Lubumbashi?

There are 29+ hotels available in Lubumbashi.

Harare to Lubumbashi - 3 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Harare to Lubumbashi by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE) to Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM)plane HRE - FBM
1h 53m
$435–642
Drive 1,036.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Harare to Lubumbashicar 1,036.2 km
13h 14m
$190–274
Bus
1. Take the bus from RoadPort to Intercity Bus Terminusbus
2. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Lubumbashibus
17h 6m

Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE) to Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) flights

3Weekly Planes

1h 25mAverage Duration

$121Cheapest Price

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Distance: 825.9 km
Duration: 1h 53m

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

Etihad flies from Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE) to Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) 3 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from RoadPort to Lubumbashi via Intercity Bus Terminus in around 17h 6m.

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