What is the cheapest way to get from Ndola to Lilongwe?

The cheapest way to get from Ndola to Lilongwe is to drive which costs $160 - $250 and takes 15h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ndola to Lilongwe?

The fastest way to get from Ndola to Lilongwe is to fly which takes 5h 15m and costs $500 - $1,400.

Is there a direct bus between Ndola and Lilongwe?

No, there is no direct bus from Ndola to Lilongwe. However, there are services departing from Ndola and arriving at Lilongwe via Intercity Bus Terminus, RoadPort and Blantyre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 42m.

How far is it from Ndola to Lilongwe?

The distance between Ndola and Lilongwe is 592 km. The road distance is 951.6 km.

How do I travel from Ndola to Lilongwe without a car?

The best way to get from Ndola to Lilongwe without a car is to bus which takes 29h 42m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Ndola to Lilongwe?

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Ndola to Lilongwe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ndola to Lilongwe bus from?

Ndola to Lilongwe bus services, operated by Juldan Motors, depart from Ndola station.

Bus or fly from Ndola to Lilongwe?

The best way to get from Ndola to Lilongwe is to fly which takes 5h 15m and costs $500 - $1,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 29h 42m.

Where does the Ndola to Lilongwe bus arrive?

Ndola to Lilongwe bus services, operated by Juldan Motors, arrive at Lusaka station.

Can I drive from Ndola to Lilongwe?

Yes, the driving distance between Ndola to Lilongwe is 952 km. It takes approximately 15h 47m to drive from Ndola to Lilongwe.

Where can I stay near Lilongwe?

There are 97+ hotels available in Lilongwe.

Ndola to Lilongwe - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and Private Transfer

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There are 4 ways to get from Ndola to Lilongwe by plane, bus, car, or shuttle

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Ndola (NLA) to Kamuzu International Airport (LLW)plane NLA - LLW
5h 15m
$507–1,320
Drive 951.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ndola to Lilongwecar 951.6 km
15h 47m
$167–242
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ndola to Lusakabus
2. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to RoadPortbus
3. Take the bus from RoadPort to Wenela Bus Stnbus
4. Take the bus from Blantyre to Lilongwebus
29h 42m
Bus, Private Transfer
1. Take the bus from Ndola to Lusakabus
2. Take the bus from Lusaka to Nakondebus
3. Take a shuttle bus from Tunduma to Malawi bordershuttle
4. Take the bus from Songwe to Lilongwebus
32h 38m

Ndola (NLA) to Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) flights

12Weekly Planes

6h 45mAverage Duration

$375Cheapest Price

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Distance: 591.8 km
Duration: 5h 15m

What companies run services between Ndola, Zambia and Lilongwe, Malawi?

Airlink, Kenya Airways, and three other airlines fly from Ndola (NLA) to Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ndola to Lilongwe via Lusaka, Intercity Bus Terminus, RoadPort, Wenela Bus Stn, and Blantyre in around 29h 42m.

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