What is the cheapest way to get from Lusaka to Kolwezi?

The cheapest way to get from Lusaka to Kolwezi is to drive which costs $120 - $180 and takes 11h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lusaka to Kolwezi?

The fastest way to get from Lusaka to Kolwezi is to fly and drive which takes 8h 40m and costs $200 - $460.

How far is it from Lusaka to Kolwezi?

The distance between Lusaka and Kolwezi is 774 km. The road distance is 841.8 km.

How do I travel from Lusaka to Kolwezi without a car?

The best way to get from Lusaka to Kolwezi without a car is to bus and train and taxi which takes 23h 7m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Lusaka to Kolwezi?

It takes approximately 8h 40m to get from Lusaka to Kolwezi, including transfers.

Can I drive from Lusaka to Kolwezi?

Yes, the driving distance between Lusaka to Kolwezi is 842 km. It takes approximately 11h 35m to drive from Lusaka to Kolwezi.

Where can I stay near Kolwezi?

There are 10+ hotels available in Kolwezi.

Lusaka to Kolwezi - 3 ways to travel via train, plane, car, bus, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Lusaka to Kolwezi by plane, car, bus, train, or taxi

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Fly, drive
best
1. Fly from Lusaka (LUN) to Solwezi (SLI)plane LUN - SLI
2. Drive from Solwezi (SLI) to Kolwezicar
8h 40m
$206–452
Drive 841.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lusaka to Kolwezicar 841.8 km
11h 35m
$124–179
Bus, train, taxi
1. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Lubumbashibus
2. Take the train from Lubumbashi to Tenketrain
3. Take the taxi from Tenke to Kolwezitaxi
23h 7m

Lusaka (LUN) to Solwezi (SLI) flights

19Weekly Planes

1h 19mAverage Duration

$190Cheapest Price

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Distance: 773.7 km
Duration: 8h 40m

What companies run services between Lusaka, Zambia and Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of the Congo?

There is no direct connection from Lusaka to Kolwezi. However, you can take the taxi to Lusaka (LUN) airport, fly to Solwezi (SLI), then drive to Kolwezi. Alternatively, you can take the bus to Lubumbashi, walk to Lubumbashi, take the train to Tenke, then take the taxi to Kolwezi.

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