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

The cheapest way to get from Lubumbashi to Nairobi is to bus which costs $65 - $110 and takes 46h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lubumbashi to Nairobi is to fly which takes 3h 38m and costs $420 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Lubumbashi and Nairobi?

No, there is no direct bus from Lubumbashi to Nairobi. However, there are services departing from Lubumbashi and arriving at Nairobi via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46h 45m.

How far is it from Lubumbashi to Nairobi?

The distance between Lubumbashi and Nairobi is 1575 km. The road distance is 2277.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Lubumbashi to Nairobi without a car is to bus which takes 46h 45m and costs $65 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Lubumbashi to Nairobi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lubumbashi to Nairobi bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Lubumbashi to Nairobi?

The best way to get from Lubumbashi to Nairobi is to fly which takes 3h 38m and costs $420 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $110 and takes 46h 45m.

Where does the Lubumbashi to Nairobi bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Lubumbashi and Nairobi?

Nairobi is 1h ahead of Lubumbashi. It is currently 6:48 AM in Lubumbashi and 7:48 AM in Nairobi.

Can I drive from Lubumbashi to Nairobi?

Yes, the driving distance between Lubumbashi to Nairobi is 2278 km. It takes approximately 38h 43m to drive from Lubumbashi to Nairobi.

Where can I stay near Nairobi?

There are 11382+ hotels available in Nairobi.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to Nairobi (NBO)plane FBM - NBO
3h 38m
$425–768
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lubumbashi to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Nairobibus
46h 45m
$69–103
Bus, train
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 Arushatrain
4. Take the bus from Arusha to Nairobibus
2d 16h
Drive 2,277.5 km
1. Drive from Lubumbashi to Nairobicar 2,277.5 km
38h 43m
$263–379
Bus via Nairobi
1. Take the bus from Lubumbashi to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Nairobibus
2d

Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to Nairobi (NBO) flights

4Weekly Planes

3h 17mAverage Duration

$294Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,575.4 km
Duration: 3h 38m

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

Kenya Airways flies from Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to Nairobi (NBO) 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lubumbashi to Nairobi via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal in around 46h 45m.

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