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

The cheapest way to get from Zambia to Durban is to bus via Durban which costs R 1 300 - R 2 700 and takes 35h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zambia to Durban is to fly which takes 5h 49m and costs R 5 500 - R 8 000.

Is there a direct bus between Zambia and Durban?

No, there is no direct bus from Zambia to Durban. However, there are services departing from Intercity Bus Terminus and arriving at Durban Bus Stn via Johannesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 25m.

How far is it from Zambia to Durban?

The distance between Zambia and Durban is 1667 km. The road distance is 2109.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Zambia to Durban without a car is to bus which takes 32h 25m and costs R 1 800 - R 2 300.

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

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Zambia to Durban, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zambia to Durban bus from?

Zambia to Durban bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, depart from Intercity Bus Terminus station.

Bus or fly from Zambia to Durban?

The best way to get from Zambia to Durban is to fly which takes 5h 49m and costs R 5 500 - R 8 000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 1 800 - R 2 300 and takes 32h 25m.

Where does the Zambia to Durban bus arrive?

Zambia to Durban bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, arrive at Park Station.

Can I drive from Zambia to Durban?

Yes, the driving distance between Zambia to Durban is 2110 km. It takes approximately 23h 20m to drive from Zambia to Durban.

Where can I stay near Durban?

There are 2195+ hotels available in Durban.

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

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There are 8 ways to get from Zambia to Durban by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly Lusaka to King Shaka International Airport
best
1. Fly from Lusaka (LUN) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)plane LUN - DUR
5h 49m
R 5,714–7,837
Bus via Durban
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to 77 Nugget Stbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Durbanbus
35h 25m
R 1,327–2,625
Bus
1. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Park Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Durban Bus Stnbus
32h 25m
R 1,837–2,207
Drive 2,109.6 km
1. Drive from Lusaka to Durbancar 2,109.6 km
23h 20m
R 5,118–7,393
Fly Ndola to King Shaka International Airport
1. Fly from Ndola (NLA) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)plane NLA - DUR
7h 17m
R 5,374–14,436
Fly Lusaka to Pietermaritzburg, bus
1. Fly from Lusaka (LUN) to Pietermaritzburg (PZB)plane LUN - PZB
2. Take the bus from Burger St to Durban Bus Stnbus
6h 50m
R 4,819–13,067
Fly Ndola to Pietermaritzburg, bus
1. Fly from Ndola (NLA) to Pietermaritzburg (PZB)plane NLA - PZB
2. Take the bus from Burger St to Durban Bus Stnbus
6h 43m
R 5,779–15,666
Fly Lusaka to Richards Bay, bus
1. Fly from Lusaka (LUN) to Richards Bay (RCB)plane LUN - RCB
2. Take the bus from Richards Bay to Durbanbus
8h 36m
R 4,694–11,907

Lusaka (LUN) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR) flights

32Weekly Planes

4h 54mAverage Duration

R 3,903Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,667.4 km
Duration: 5h 49m

What companies run services between Zambia and Durban, South Africa?

South African Airways, Airlink, and four other airlines fly from Lusaka (LUN) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Durban Bus Stn via Park Station and Johannesburg in around 32h 25m.

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