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

The cheapest way to get from Lubumbashi to Mbeya is to drive which costs $120 - $190 and takes 16h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lubumbashi to Mbeya is to drive which takes 16h 49m and costs $120 - $190.

Is there a direct bus between Lubumbashi and Mbeya?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lubumbashi and arriving at Mbeya. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16h 29m.

How far is it from Lubumbashi to Mbeya?

The distance between Lubumbashi and Mbeya is 1015 km. The road distance is 1014.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Lubumbashi to Mbeya without a car is to bus which takes 16h 29m and costs .

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

The bus from Lubumbashi to Mbeya takes 16h 29m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Lubumbashi to Mbeya bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Lubumbashi to Mbeya?

The best way to get from Lubumbashi to Mbeya is to bus which takes 16h 29m and costs . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $340 - $1,100 and takes 16h 59m.

Where does the Lubumbashi to Mbeya bus arrive?

Lubumbashi to Mbeya bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, arrive at Mbeya station.

What is the time difference between Lubumbashi and Mbeya?

Mbeya is 1h ahead of Lubumbashi. It is currently 2:34 PM in Lubumbashi and 3:34 PM in Mbeya.

Can I drive from Lubumbashi to Mbeya?

Yes, the driving distance between Lubumbashi to Mbeya is 1014 km. It takes approximately 16h 49m to drive from Lubumbashi to Mbeya.

Where can I stay near Mbeya?

There are 19+ hotels available in Mbeya.

Lubumbashi to Mbeya - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 3 ways to get from Lubumbashi to Mbeya by bus, car, or plane

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best
1. Take the bus from Lubumbashi to Mbeyabus
16h 29m
Drive 1,014.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lubumbashi to Mbeyacar 1,014.4 km
16h 49m
$126–182
Fly
1. Fly from Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane FBM - MBI
16h 59m
$344–1,017

Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to Mbeya Airport (MBI) flights

4Weekly Planes

16h 10mAverage Duration

$337Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,014.8 km
Duration: 16h 29m

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

SR Classic Coach operates a bus from Lubumbashi to Mbeya once daily, and the journey takes 16h 29m. Alternatively, Air Tanzania flies from Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to Mbeya Airport (MBI) 4 times a week.

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