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

The cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Lubumbashi is to bus which costs $65 - $100 and takes 46h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nairobi to Lubumbashi is to fly which takes 5h 29m and costs $420 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Nairobi and Lubumbashi?

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

How far is it from Nairobi to Lubumbashi?

The distance between Nairobi and Lubumbashi is 1590 km. The road distance is 2277.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Nairobi to Lubumbashi without a car is to bus which takes 46h 45m and costs $65 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Nairobi to Lubumbashi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nairobi to Lubumbashi bus from?

Nairobi to Lubumbashi bus services, operated by Marangu Luxury Shuttles, depart from Nairobi station.

Bus or fly from Nairobi to Lubumbashi?

The best way to get from Nairobi to Lubumbashi is to fly which takes 5h 29m and costs $420 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $100 and takes 46h 45m.

Where does the Nairobi to Lubumbashi bus arrive?

Nairobi to Lubumbashi bus services, operated by Marangu Luxury Shuttles, arrive at Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Nairobi and Lubumbashi?

Lubumbashi is 1h behind Nairobi. It is currently 11:05 AM in Nairobi and 10:05 AM in Lubumbashi.

Can I drive from Nairobi to Lubumbashi?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi to Lubumbashi is 2278 km. It takes approximately 38h 45m to drive from Nairobi to Lubumbashi.

Where can I stay near Lubumbashi?

There are 29+ hotels available in Lubumbashi.

Nairobi to Lubumbashi - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Nairobi to Lubumbashi by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly from Nairobi
best
1. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM)plane NBO - FBM
5h 29m
$425–768
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Lubumbashibus
46h 45m
$69–100
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Moshibus
2. Take the train from Moshi to Dar es Salaamtrain
3. Take the train from Dar es salaam to Mbeyatrain
4. Take the bus from Mbeya to Lubumbashibus
2d 7h
Drive 2,277.5 km
1. Drive from Nairobi to Lubumbashicar 2,277.5 km
38h 45m
$263–379
Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM)plane WIL - FBM
7h 50m
$320–831
Bus via Nairobi
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Dar es Salaambus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Lubumbashibus
2d

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

4Weekly Planes

3h 20mAverage Duration

$305Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,589.5 km
Duration: 5h 29m

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

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

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