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

The cheapest way to get from Zambia to Tanzania is to bus which costs $58 and takes 28h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zambia to Tanzania is to fly which takes 2h 54m and costs $300 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Zambia and Tanzania?

No, there is no direct bus from Zambia to Tanzania. However, there are services departing from Intercity Bus Terminus and arriving at Msimbazi Police via Ubungo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 13m.

How far is it from Zambia to Tanzania?

The distance between Zambia and Tanzania is 1536 km. The road distance is 1945.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Zambia to Tanzania without a car is to bus which takes 28h 13m and costs $58.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Zambia to Tanzania, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zambia to Tanzania bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Zambia to Tanzania?

The best way to get from Zambia to Tanzania is to fly which takes 2h 54m and costs $300 - $500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $58 and takes 28h 13m.

Where does the Zambia to Tanzania bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Zambia and Tanzania?

Tanzania is 1h ahead of Zambia. It is currently 8:15 PM in Zambia and 9:15 PM in Tanzania.

Can I drive from Zambia to Tanzania?

Yes, the driving distance between Zambia to Tanzania is 1945 km. It takes approximately 29h 55m to drive from Zambia to Tanzania.

Where can I stay near Tanzania?

There are 793+ hotels available in Tanzania.

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

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

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Fly Lusaka to Julius Nyerere International Airport
best
1. Fly from Lusaka (LUN) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)plane LUN - DAR
2h 54m
$308–496
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
28h 13m
$58
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lusaka to Serenjebus
2. Take the train from Serenje to Dar es salaamtrain
46h 49m
Drive 1,945.5 km
1. Drive from Lusaka to Dar es Salaamcar 1,945.5 km
29h 55m
$286–413
Fly Ndola to Julius Nyerere International Airport
1. Fly from Ndola (NLA) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)plane NLA - DAR
4h 12m
$338–571
Fly Lusaka to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport
1. Fly from Lusaka (LUN) to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)plane LUN - ZNZ
5h 43m
$291–687

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

10Weekly Planes

2h 52mAverage Duration

$172Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,536 km
Duration: 2h 54m

What companies run services between Zambia and Tanzania?

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

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