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

The cheapest way to get from Zambia to Mbeya is to drive which costs $160 - $240 and takes 16h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zambia to Mbeya is to drive which takes 16h 4m and costs $160 - $240.

Is there a direct bus between Zambia and Mbeya?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Intercity Bus Terminus and arriving at Mbeya. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16h 6m.

How far is it from Zambia to Mbeya?

The distance between Zambia and Mbeya is 1125 km. The road distance is 1122.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Zambia to Mbeya without a car is to bus which takes 16h 6m and costs .

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

The bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Mbeya takes 16h 6m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Zambia to Mbeya bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Zambia to Mbeya?

The best way to get from Zambia to Mbeya is to bus which takes 16h 6m and costs . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $340 - $1,000 and takes 25h 15m.

Where does the Zambia to Mbeya bus arrive?

Zambia to Mbeya bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, arrive at Mbeya station.

What is the time difference between Zambia and Mbeya?

Mbeya is 1h ahead of Zambia. It is currently 12:02 PM in Zambia and 1:02 PM in Mbeya.

Can I drive from Zambia to Mbeya?

Yes, the driving distance between Zambia to Mbeya is 1122 km. It takes approximately 16h 4m to drive from Zambia to Mbeya.

Where can I stay near Mbeya?

There are 21+ hotels available in Mbeya.

Zambia to Mbeya - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Zambia to Mbeya by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Mbeyabus
16h 6m
Drive 1,122.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lusaka to Mbeyacar 1,122.5 km
16h 4m
$165–238
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lusaka to Serenjebus
2. Take the train from Serenje to Mbeyatrain
25h 58m
Fly from Ndola
1. Fly from Ndola (NLA) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane NLA - MBI
25h 15m
$341–962
Drive to Lubumbashi International Airport, fly
1. Drive from Chingola to Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM)car
2. Fly from Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane FBM - MBI
28h 32m
$342–982

Ndola (NLA) to Mbeya Airport (MBI) flights

19Weekly Planes

25h 51mAverage Duration

$336Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 1,124.7 km
Duration: 16h 6m

What companies run services between Zambia and Mbeya, Tanzania?

SR Classic Coach operates a bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Mbeya once daily, and the journey takes 16h 6m. Alternatively, Air Tanzania, Ethiopian Airlines, and four other airlines fly from Ndola (NLA) to Mbeya Airport (MBI) 3 times a day.

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