What is the cheapest way to get from Kenya to Zambia?

The cheapest way to get from Kenya to Zambia is to bus which costs $55 - $90 and takes 42h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kenya to Zambia?

The fastest way to get from Kenya to Zambia is to fly which takes 4h 56m and costs $340 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Kenya and Zambia?

No, there is no direct bus from Kenya to Zambia. However, there are services departing from Nairobi and arriving at Intercity Bus Terminus via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42h 45m.

How far is it from Kenya to Zambia?

The distance between Kenya and Zambia is 1783 km. The road distance is 2385.7 km.

How do I travel from Kenya to Zambia without a car?

The best way to get from Kenya to Zambia without a car is to bus which takes 42h 45m and costs $55 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Kenya to Zambia?

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Kenya to Zambia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kenya to Zambia bus from?

Kenya to Zambia bus services, operated by Marangu Luxury Shuttles, depart from Nairobi station.

Bus or fly from Kenya to Zambia?

The best way to get from Kenya to Zambia is to fly which takes 4h 56m and costs $340 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $90 and takes 42h 45m.

Where does the Kenya to Zambia bus arrive?

Kenya to Zambia bus services, operated by Marangu Luxury Shuttles, arrive at Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Kenya and Zambia?

Zambia is 1h behind Kenya. It is currently 9:05 PM in Kenya and 8:05 PM in Zambia.

Can I drive from Kenya to Zambia?

Yes, the driving distance between Kenya to Zambia is 2386 km. It takes approximately 38h to drive from Kenya to Zambia.

Where can I stay near Zambia?

There are 344+ hotels available in Zambia.

Kenya to Zambia - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Kenya to Zambia by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly Mombasa to Lusaka
best
1. Fly from Mombasa (MBA) to Lusaka (LUN)plane MBA - LUN
4h 56m
$340–714
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Intercity Bus Terminusbus
42h 45m
$58–89
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Moshibus
2. Take the train from Moshi to Dar es Salaamtrain
3. Take the train from Dar es salaam to Serenjetrain
4. Take the bus from Serenje to Lusakabus
2d 16h
Drive 2,385.7 km
1. Drive from Nairobi to Lusakacar 2,385.7 km
38h
$350–506
Fly Nairobi to Lusaka
1. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Lusaka (LUN)plane NBO - LUN
5h 58m
$271–521
Fly Nairobi to Ndola
1. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Ndola (NLA)plane NBO - NLA
5h 36m
$311–814
Fly Nairobi to Kamuzu International Airport, drive
1. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Kamuzu International Airport (LLW)plane NBO - LLW
2. Drive from Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) to Chipatacar
7h 29m
$330–796
Bus via Nairobi
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Dar es Salaambus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Intercity Bus Terminusbus
44h

Mombasa (MBA) to Lusaka (LUN) flights

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5h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,783.2 km
Duration: 4h 56m

What companies run services between Kenya and Zambia?

Kenya Airways, Skyward Express, and three other airlines fly from Mombasa (MBA) to Lusaka (LUN) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nairobi to Intercity Bus Terminus via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal in around 42h 45m.

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