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

The cheapest way to get from Lubumbashi to Kigoma is to bus which costs $90 - $95 and takes 2 days 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Lubumbashi to Kigoma is to fly which takes 16h 22m and costs $370 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Lubumbashi and Kigoma?

No, there is no direct bus from Lubumbashi to Kigoma. However, there are services departing from Lubumbashi and arriving at Kigoma via Dar es Salaam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 4h.

How far is it from Lubumbashi to Kigoma?

The distance between Lubumbashi and Kigoma is 800 km. The road distance is 1488.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Lubumbashi to Kigoma without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 4h and costs $90 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 16h 22m to get from Lubumbashi to Kigoma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lubumbashi to Kigoma bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Lubumbashi to Kigoma?

The best way to get from Lubumbashi to Kigoma is to fly which takes 16h 22m and costs $370 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $90 - $95 and takes 2 days 4h.

Where does the Lubumbashi to Kigoma bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Lubumbashi and Kigoma?

Kigoma is 1h ahead of Lubumbashi. It is currently 12:32 PM in Lubumbashi and 1:32 PM in Kigoma.

Can I drive from Lubumbashi to Kigoma?

Yes, the driving distance between Lubumbashi to Kigoma is 1488 km. It takes approximately 27h 20m to drive from Lubumbashi to Kigoma.

Where can I stay near Kigoma?

There are six+ hotels available in Kigoma.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to Kigoma (TKQ)plane FBM - TKQ
16h 22m
$379–1,123
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lubumbashi to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the train from Dar es Salaam to Kigomatrain
3d
$87–101
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lubumbashi to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Kigomabus
2d 4h
$90–95
Drive 1,488.1 km
1. Drive from Lubumbashi to Kigomacar 1,488.1 km
27h 20m
$185–267

Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to Kigoma (TKQ) flights

4Weekly Planes

16h 5mAverage Duration

$363Cheapest Price

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Distance: 799.9 km
Duration: 16h 22m

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

Air Tanzania flies from Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to Kigoma (TKQ) 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lubumbashi to Kigoma via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal and Dar es Salaam in around 2d 4h.

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