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

The cheapest way to get from Lusaka to Mwanza is to bus which costs $90 - $120 and takes 47h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lusaka to Mwanza is to fly which takes 5h 43m and costs $280 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Lusaka and Mwanza?

No, there is no direct bus from Lusaka to Mwanza station. However, there are services departing from Intercity Bus Terminus and arriving at Central Bus Station via Ubungo and Magufuli Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47h 48m.

How far is it from Lusaka to Mwanza?

The distance between Lusaka and Mwanza is 1546 km. The road distance is 1920.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Lusaka to Mwanza without a car is to bus which takes 47h 48m and costs $90 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Lusaka to Mwanza, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lusaka to Mwanza bus from?

Lusaka to Mwanza bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, depart from Intercity Bus Terminus station.

Bus or fly from Lusaka to Mwanza?

The best way to get from Lusaka to Mwanza is to fly which takes 5h 43m and costs $280 - $950. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $90 - $120 and takes 47h 48m.

Where does the Lusaka to Mwanza bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Lusaka and Mwanza?

Mwanza is 1h ahead of Lusaka. It is currently 5:23 AM in Lusaka and 6:23 AM in Mwanza.

Can I drive from Lusaka to Mwanza?

Yes, the driving distance between Lusaka to Mwanza is 1920 km. It takes approximately 32h 51m to drive from Lusaka to Mwanza.

Where can I stay near Mwanza?

There are 66+ hotels available in Mwanza.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Lusaka (LUN) to Mwanza Airport (MWZ)plane LUN - MWZ
5h 43m
$285–942
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Magufuli Bus Terminal to Central Bus Stationbus
47h 48m
$94–116
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lusaka to Serenjebus
2. Take the train from Serenje to Dar es salaamtrain
3. Take the train from Dar es Salaam to Mwanzatrain
3d 13h
Drive 1,920.1 km
1. Drive from Lusaka to Mwanzacar 1,920.1 km
32h 51m
$282–407
Bus via Tunduma
1. Take the bus from Lusaka to Nakondebus
2. Take the bus from Tunduma Terminal to Magufuli Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Magufuli Bus Terminal to Central Bus Stationbus
2d

Lusaka (LUN) to Mwanza Airport (MWZ) flights

15Weekly Planes

7h 8mAverage Duration

$251Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,546.4 km
Duration: 5h 43m

What companies run services between Lusaka, Zambia and Mwanza, Tanzania?

Air Tanzania, Turkish Airlines, and Zambia Airways fly from Lusaka (LUN) to Mwanza Airport (MWZ) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Central Bus Station via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, Ubungo, Kimara, and Magufuli Bus Terminal in around 47h 48m.

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