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

The cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Lusaka is to bus which costs $55 - $90 and takes 42h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nairobi to Lusaka is to fly which takes 6h 3m and costs $290 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Nairobi and Lusaka?

No, there is no direct bus from Nairobi to Lusaka. However, there are services departing from Nairobi and arriving at Intercity Bus Terminus via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42h 45m.

How far is it from Nairobi to Lusaka?

The distance between Nairobi and Lusaka is 1873 km. The road distance is 2385.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Nairobi to Lusaka without a car is to bus which takes 42h 45m and costs $55 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Nairobi to Lusaka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nairobi to Lusaka bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Nairobi to Lusaka?

The best way to get from Nairobi to Lusaka is to fly which takes 6h 3m and costs $290 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $90 and takes 42h 45m.

Where does the Nairobi to Lusaka bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Nairobi and Lusaka?

Lusaka is 1h behind Nairobi. It is currently 12:23 AM in Nairobi and 11:23 PM in Lusaka.

Can I drive from Nairobi to Lusaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi to Lusaka is 2386 km. It takes approximately 37h 54m to drive from Nairobi to Lusaka.

Where can I stay near Lusaka?

There are 366+ hotels available in Lusaka.

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

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

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Fly from Nairobi
best
1. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Lusaka (LUN)plane NBO - LUN
6h 3m
$291–531
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Intercity Bus Terminusbus
42h 45m
$58–89
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 Serenjetrain
4. Take the bus from Serenje to Lusakabus
2d 16h
Drive 2,385.7 km
1. Drive from Nairobi to Lusakacar 2,385.7 km
37h 54m
$350–506
Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Lusaka (LUN)plane WIL - LUN
9h 19m
$215–635
Bus via Nairobi
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Dar es Salaambus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Intercity Bus Terminusbus
44h

Nairobi (NBO) to Lusaka (LUN) flights

17Weekly Planes

4h 17mAverage Duration

$251Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,873.2 km
Duration: 6h 3m

What companies run services between Nairobi, Kenya and Lusaka, Zambia?

Kenya Airways, Zambia Airways, and two other airlines fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Lusaka (LUN) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nairobi to Intercity Bus Terminus via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal in around 42h 45m.

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