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

The cheapest way to get from Lubumbashi to Mwanza is to bus and train which costs $85 - $110 and takes 2 days 23h.

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

The fastest way to get from Lubumbashi to Mwanza is to fly which takes 6h 49m and costs $340 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Lubumbashi and Mwanza?

No, there is no direct bus from Lubumbashi to Mwanza station. However, there are services departing from Lubumbashi and arriving at Central Bus Station via Ubungo and Magufuli Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 3h.

How far is it from Lubumbashi to Mwanza?

The distance between Lubumbashi and Mwanza is 1198 km. The road distance is 1739.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Lubumbashi to Mwanza without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 3h and costs $100 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 49m to get from Lubumbashi to Mwanza, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lubumbashi to Mwanza bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Lubumbashi to Mwanza?

The best way to get from Lubumbashi to Mwanza is to fly which takes 6h 49m and costs $340 - $1,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $130 and takes 2 days 3h.

Where does the Lubumbashi to Mwanza bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Lubumbashi and Mwanza?

Mwanza is 1h ahead of Lubumbashi. It is currently 2:18 PM in Lubumbashi and 3:18 PM in Mwanza.

Can I drive from Lubumbashi to Mwanza?

Yes, the driving distance between Lubumbashi to Mwanza is 1740 km. It takes approximately 30h 28m to drive from Lubumbashi to Mwanza.

Where can I stay near Mwanza?

There are 67+ hotels available in Mwanza.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to Mwanza Airport (MWZ)plane FBM - MWZ
6h 49m
$348–972
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lubumbashi to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the train from Dar es Salaam to Mwanzatrain
2d 23h
$87–101
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lubumbashi to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Magufuli Bus Terminal to Central Bus Stationbus
2d 3h
$105–127
Drive 1,739.8 km
1. Drive from Lubumbashi to Mwanzacar 1,739.8 km
30h 28m
$217–313
Bus, train via Mbeya
1. Take the bus from Lubumbashi to Mbeyabus
2. Take the train from Mbeya to Dar es salaamtrain
3. Take the train from Dar es Salaam to Mwanzatrain
3d 5h

Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to Mwanza Airport (MWZ) flights

4Weekly Planes

6h 35mAverage Duration

$331Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,198.3 km
Duration: 6h 49m

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

Air Tanzania flies from Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to Mwanza Airport (MWZ) 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lubumbashi to Central Bus Station via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, Ubungo, Kimara, and Magufuli Bus Terminal in around 2d 3h.

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