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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Nairobi to Zambia is to fly which takes 5h 36m and costs $290 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Nairobi and Zambia?

No, there is no direct bus from Nairobi to Zambia. 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 Zambia?

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

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Nairobi to Zambia bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Nairobi to Zambia?

The best way to get from Nairobi to Zambia is to fly which takes 6h 3m and costs $290 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $90 and takes 42h 45m.

Where does the Nairobi to Zambia bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Nairobi and Zambia?

Zambia is 1h behind Nairobi. It is currently 8:43 AM in Nairobi and 7:43 AM in Zambia.

Can I drive from Nairobi to Zambia?

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

Where can I stay near Zambia?

There are 348+ hotels available in Zambia.

Nairobi to Zambia - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Nairobi to Zambia by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly to Lusaka
best
1. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Lusaka (LUN)plane NBO - LUN
6h 3m
$291–591
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 to Ndola
1. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Ndola (NLA)plane NBO - NLA
5h 36m
$291–864
Fly to Kamuzu International Airport, drive
1. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Kamuzu International Airport (LLW)plane NBO - LLW
2. Drive from Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) to Chipatacar
7h 29m
$340–646
Fly to Lubumbashi International Airport, drive
1. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM)plane NBO - FBM
2. Drive from Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to Chingolacar
7h 23m
$433–786
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

$241Cheapest Price

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

What companies run services between Nairobi, Kenya and Zambia?

Zambia Airways, Kenya 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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