What is the cheapest way to get from Lilongwe to Mwanza?

The cheapest way to get from Lilongwe to Mwanza is to drive which costs $270 - $410 and takes 30h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lilongwe to Mwanza?

The fastest way to get from Lilongwe to Mwanza is to fly which takes 11h 17m and costs $370 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Lilongwe and Mwanza?

No, there is no direct bus from Lilongwe to Mwanza station. However, there are services departing from Lilongwe and arriving at Central Bus Station via Lubele Bus Stand and Magufuli Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47h 59m.

How far is it from Lilongwe to Mwanza?

The distance between Lilongwe and Mwanza is 1299 km. The road distance is 1580.3 km.

How do I travel from Lilongwe to Mwanza without a car?

The best way to get from Lilongwe to Mwanza without a car is to bus which takes 47h 59m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Lilongwe to Mwanza?

It takes approximately 11h 17m to get from Lilongwe to Mwanza, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lilongwe to Mwanza bus from?

Lilongwe to Mwanza bus services, operated by Captain Tours, depart from Lilongwe station.

Bus or fly from Lilongwe to Mwanza?

The best way to get from Lilongwe to Mwanza is to fly which takes 11h 17m and costs $370 - $1,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 47h 59m.

Where does the Lilongwe to Mwanza bus arrive?

Lilongwe to Mwanza bus services, operated by Captain Tours, arrive at Songwe station.

What is the time difference between Lilongwe and Mwanza?

Mwanza is 1h ahead of Lilongwe. It is currently 2:01 AM in Lilongwe and 3:01 AM in Mwanza.

Can I drive from Lilongwe to Mwanza?

Yes, the driving distance between Lilongwe to Mwanza is 1580 km. It takes approximately 30h 57m to drive from Lilongwe to Mwanza.

Where can I stay near Mwanza?

There are 63+ hotels available in Mwanza.

Lilongwe to Mwanza - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Lilongwe to Mwanza by plane, bus, car, train, or taxi

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Fly to Mwanza Airport
best
1. Fly from Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) to Mwanza Airport (MWZ)plane LLW - MWZ
11h 17m
$370–963
Drive 1,580.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lilongwe to Mwanzacar 1,580.3 km
30h 57m
$278–401
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lilongwe to Songwebus
2. Take the bus from Lubele Bus Stand to Magufuli Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Magufuli Bus Terminal to Central Bus Stationbus
47h 59m
Bus, drive, train
1. Take the bus from Lilongwe to Karongabus
2. Take the bus from Karonga to Songwebus
3. Drive from Songwe to Mbeyacar
4. Take the train from Mbeya to Dar es salaamtrain
5. Take the train from Dar es Salaam to Mwanzatrain
3d
Fly to Musoma, taxi
1. Fly from Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) to Musoma (MUZ)plane LLW - MUZ
2. Take the taxi from Musoma (MUZ) to Mwanzataxi
22h 28m
$436–1,048

Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) to Mwanza Airport (MWZ) flights

17Weekly Planes

13h 7mAverage Duration

$351Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,298.6 km
Duration: 11h 17m

What companies run services between Lilongwe, Malawi and Mwanza, Tanzania?

Ethiopian Airlines, Air Tanzania, and three other airlines fly from Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) to Mwanza Airport (MWZ) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lilongwe to Central Bus Station via Songwe, Lubele Bus Stand, and Magufuli Bus Terminal in around 47h 59m.

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