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

The cheapest way to get from Zambia to Mombasa is to bus which costs $70 - $85 and takes 38h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zambia to Mombasa is to fly which takes 5h 28m and costs $370 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Zambia and Mombasa?

No, there is no direct bus from Zambia to Mombasa. However, there are services departing from Intercity Bus Terminus and arriving at Mombasa via Ubungo and Dar es Salaam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 10m.

How far is it from Zambia to Mombasa?

The distance between Zambia and Mombasa is 1783 km. The road distance is 2263.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Zambia to Mombasa without a car is to bus which takes 38h 10m and costs $70 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Zambia to Mombasa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zambia to Mombasa bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Zambia to Mombasa?

The best way to get from Zambia to Mombasa is to fly which takes 5h 36m and costs $340 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70 - $85 and takes 38h 10m.

Where does the Zambia to Mombasa bus arrive?

Zambia to Mombasa bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, arrive at Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Zambia and Mombasa?

Mombasa is 1h ahead of Zambia. It is currently 3:14 AM in Zambia and 4:14 AM in Mombasa.

Can I drive from Zambia to Mombasa?

Yes, the driving distance between Zambia to Mombasa is 2263 km. It takes approximately 34h 34m to drive from Zambia to Mombasa.

Where can I stay near Mombasa?

There are 2342+ hotels available in Mombasa.

Zambia to Mombasa - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 7 ways to get from Zambia to Mombasa by plane, bus, train, car, or taxi

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Fly Lusaka to Mombasa
best
1. Fly from Lusaka (LUN) to Mombasa (MBA)plane LUN - MBA
5h 36m
$341–712
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Mombasabus
38h 10m
$74–84
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lusaka to Serenjebus
2. Take the train from Serenje to Dar es salaamtrain
3. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Mombasabus
2d 8h
Drive 2,263.1 km
1. Drive from Lusaka to Mombasacar 2,263.1 km
34h 34m
$332–480
Fly Ndola to Mombasa
1. Fly from Ndola (NLA) to Mombasa (MBA)plane NLA - MBA
5h 28m
$371–1,037
Fly Ndola to Ukunda, taxi
1. Fly from Ndola (NLA) to Ukunda (UKA)plane NLA - UKA
2. Take the taxi from Ukunda (UKA) to Mombasataxi
16h 5m
$331–792
Drive to Kamuzu International Airport, fly to Mombasa
1. Drive from Chipata to Kamuzu International Airport (LLW)car
2. Fly from Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) to Mombasa (MBA)plane LLW - MBA
7h 7m
$429–1,267

Lusaka (LUN) to Mombasa (MBA) flights

14Weekly Planes

6h 19mAverage Duration

$328Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,783.5 km
Duration: 5h 36m

What companies run services between Zambia and Mombasa, Kenya?

Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Lusaka (LUN) to Mombasa (MBA) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Mombasa via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, Ubungo, and Dar es Salaam in around 38h 10m.

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