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

The cheapest way to get from Lubumbashi to Burundi is to bus which costs $167 - $170 and takes 3 days 5h.

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

The fastest way to get from Lubumbashi to Burundi is to fly which takes 11h 21m and costs $650 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Lubumbashi and Burundi?

No, there is no direct bus from Lubumbashi to Burundi. However, there are services departing from Lubumbashi and arriving at Bujumbura via Dar es Salaam, Duruma Rd and Nyabugogo Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 3h.

How far is it from Lubumbashi to Burundi?

The distance between Lubumbashi and Burundi is 961 km. The road distance is 1701.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Lubumbashi to Burundi without a car is to bus via Kigali which takes 3 days 3h and costs .

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

It takes approximately 11h 21m to get from Lubumbashi to Burundi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lubumbashi to Burundi bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Lubumbashi to Burundi?

The best way to get from Lubumbashi to Burundi is to fly which takes 11h 21m and costs $650 - $900. Alternatively, you can bus via Kigali, which costs and takes 3 days 3h.

Where does the Lubumbashi to Burundi bus arrive?

Lubumbashi to Burundi bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, arrive at Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Lubumbashi to Burundi?

Yes, the driving distance between Lubumbashi to Burundi is 1702 km. It takes approximately 30h 25m to drive from Lubumbashi to Burundi.

Where can I stay near Burundi?

There are 32+ hotels available in Burundi.

Lubumbashi to Burundi - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Lubumbashi to Burundi by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to Bujumbura (BJM)plane FBM - BJM
11h 21m
$671–877
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lubumbashi to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Nairobibus
3. Take the bus from Nairobi to Bujumburabus
3d 5h
$168–170
Bus via Kigali
1. Take the bus from Lubumbashi to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Nairobibus
3. Take the bus from Duruma Rd to Nyabugogo Bus Parkbus
4. Take the bus from Nyabugogo Bus Stn to Bujumburabus
3d 3h
Drive 1,701.9 km
1. Drive from Lubumbashi to Bujumburacar 1,701.9 km
30h 25m
$242–350

Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to Bujumbura (BJM) flights

10Weekly Planes

17h 53mAverage Duration

$346Cheapest Price

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Distance: 960.7 km
Duration: 11h 21m

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

Ethiopian Airlines, Kenya Airways, and Air Tanzania fly from Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to Bujumbura (BJM) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lubumbashi to Bujumbura via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, Dar es Salaam, Nairobi, Duruma Rd, Nyabugogo Bus Park, and Nyabugogo Bus Stn in around 3d 3h.

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