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

The cheapest way to get from Lubumbashi to Lobito is to drive which costs $60 - $95 and takes 31h.

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

The fastest way to get from Lubumbashi to Lobito is to fly which takes 19h 4m and costs $650 - $2,100.

Is there a direct bus between Lubumbashi and Lobito?

No, there is no direct bus from Lubumbashi to Lobito. However, there are services departing from Lubumbashi and arriving at Benguela via Lusaka, Katima Mulilo and Windhoek. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 3h.

How far is it from Lubumbashi to Lobito?

The distance between Lubumbashi and Lobito is 1563 km. The road distance is 1913.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Lubumbashi to Lobito without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 3h and costs .

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

It takes approximately 19h 4m to get from Lubumbashi to Lobito, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lubumbashi to Lobito bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Lubumbashi to Lobito?

The best way to get from Lubumbashi to Lobito is to fly which takes 19h 4m and costs $650 - $2,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2 days 3h.

Where does the Lubumbashi to Lobito bus arrive?

Lubumbashi to Lobito bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, arrive at Intercity Bus Terminus station.

What is the time difference between Lubumbashi and Lobito?

Lobito is 1h behind Lubumbashi. It is currently 11:24 PM in Lubumbashi and 10:24 PM in Lobito.

Can I drive from Lubumbashi to Lobito?

Yes, the driving distance between Lubumbashi to Lobito is 1913 km. It takes approximately 31h to drive from Lubumbashi to Lobito.

Where can I stay near Lobito?

There are four+ hotels available in Lobito.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to Catumbela Airport (CBT)plane FBM - CBT
19h 4m
$654–2,072
Drive 1,913.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lubumbashi to Lobitocar 1,913.1 km
31h
$64–92
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lubumbashi to Intercity Bus Terminusbus
2. Take the bus from Lusaka to Katima Mulilobus
3. Take the bus from Katima Mulilo to Windhoekbus
4. Take the bus from Windhoek to Benguelabus
2d 3h
Bus via Windhoek
1. Take the bus from Lubumbashi to Intercity Bus Terminusbus
2. Take the bus from Lusaka to Katima Mulilobus
3. Take the bus from Katima Mulilo to Soweto Marketbus
4. Take the bus from Windhoek to Benguelabus
2d 21h

Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to Catumbela Airport (CBT) flights

14Weekly Planes

22h 20mAverage Duration

$617Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,563.2 km
Duration: 19h 4m

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

Ethiopian Airlines and TAAG Angola Airlines fly from Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to Catumbela Airport (CBT) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lubumbashi to Lobito via Lusaka, Katima Mulilo, Windhoek, Windhoek, and Benguela in around 2d 3h.

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