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

The cheapest way to get from Johanneburg to Lusaka is to bus via Johannesburg which costs $70 - $110 and takes 20h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Johanneburg to Lusaka is to fly which takes 2h 45m and costs $280 - $410.

Is there a direct bus between Johanneburg and Lusaka?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Johannesburg and arriving at Lusaka. Services depart twice a week, and operate Wednesday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 20h.

How far is it from Johanneburg to Lusaka?

The distance between Johanneburg and Lusaka is 1249 km. The road distance is 1559.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Johanneburg to Lusaka without a car is to bus via Johannesburg which takes 20h 15m and costs $70 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Johanneburg to Lusaka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Johanneburg to Lusaka bus from?

Johanneburg to Lusaka bus services, operated by Shalom Bus Services, depart from Johannesburg station.

Bus or fly from Johanneburg to Lusaka?

The best way to get from Johanneburg to Lusaka is to fly which takes 2h 45m and costs $280 - $410. Alternatively, you can bus via Johannesburg, which costs $70 - $110 and takes 20h 15m.

Where does the Johanneburg to Lusaka bus arrive?

Johanneburg to Lusaka bus services, operated by Shalom Bus Services, arrive at Lusaka station.

Can I drive from Johanneburg to Lusaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Johanneburg to Lusaka is 1560 km. It takes approximately 17h 14m to drive from Johanneburg to Lusaka.

Where can I stay near Lusaka?

There are 357+ hotels available in Lusaka.

Johanneburg to Lusaka - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Johanneburg to Lusaka by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Lusaka (LUN)plane JNB - LUN
2h 45m
$284–408
Bus via 77 Nugget St
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 77 Nugget St to Intercity Bus Terminusbus
25h 18m
$60–120
Bus via Johannesburg
1. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Lusakabus
20h 15m
$70–110
Drive 1,559.9 km
1. Drive from Johanneburg to Lusakacar 1,559.9 km
17h 14m
$229–331
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park Station to Intercity Bus Terminusbus
24h 23m
$94

Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Lusaka (LUN) flights

61Weekly Planes

2h 12mAverage Duration

$223Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,248.6 km
Duration: 2h 45m

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

South African Airways, Airlink, and three other airlines fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Lusaka (LUN) every 3 hours. Alternatively, Shalom Bus Services operates a bus from Johannesburg to Lusaka twice a week. Tickets cost $70–110 and the journey takes 20h.

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