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

The cheapest way to get from Tanzania to Lusaka is to bus which costs $57 - $58 and takes 29h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tanzania to Lusaka is to fly which takes 2h 56m and costs $300 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Tanzania and Lusaka?

No, there is no direct bus from Tanzania to Lusaka. However, there are services departing from Gerezani and arriving at Intercity Bus Terminus via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 12m.

How far is it from Tanzania to Lusaka?

The distance between Tanzania and Lusaka is 1537 km. The road distance is 1945.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Tanzania to Lusaka without a car is to bus which takes 29h 12m and costs $57 - $58.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Tanzania to Lusaka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tanzania to Lusaka bus from?

Tanzania to Lusaka bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, depart from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal station.

Bus or fly from Tanzania to Lusaka?

The best way to get from Tanzania to Lusaka is to fly which takes 2h 56m and costs $300 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $57 - $58 and takes 29h 12m.

Where does the Tanzania to Lusaka bus arrive?

Tanzania to Lusaka bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, arrive at Intercity Bus Terminus station.

What is the time difference between Tanzania and Lusaka?

Lusaka is 1h behind Tanzania. It is currently 5:10 AM in Tanzania and 4:10 AM in Lusaka.

Can I drive from Tanzania to Lusaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Tanzania to Lusaka is 1946 km. It takes approximately 30h to drive from Tanzania to Lusaka.

Where can I stay near Lusaka?

There are 361+ hotels available in Lusaka.

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

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

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Fly from Julius Nyerere International Airport
best
1. Fly from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Lusaka (LUN)plane DAR - LUN
2h 56m
$307–599
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Intercity Bus Terminusbus
29h 12m
$57
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Dar es salaam to New Kapiri Mposhitrain
2. Take the taxi from New Kapiri Mposhi to Kabwetaxi
3. Take the train from Kabwe to Lusakatrain
2d 4h
$115–141
Drive 1,945.9 km
1. Drive from Dar es Salaam to Lusakacar 1,945.9 km
30h
$286–413
Fly from Dodoma Airport
1. Fly from Dodoma Airport (DOD) to Lusaka (LUN)plane DOD - LUN
5h 4m
$360–956
Fly from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport
1. Fly from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) to Lusaka (LUN)plane ZNZ - LUN
6h 12m
$305–539

Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Lusaka (LUN) flights

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3h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,536.6 km
Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between Tanzania and Lusaka, Zambia?

Air Tanzania and Zambia Airways fly from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Lusaka (LUN) 6 times a week. Alternatively, SR Classic Coach operates a bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Intercity Bus Terminus twice daily. Tickets cost $57 and the journey takes 28h.

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