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Cape Town, The Republic of South Africa → Kitwe, Zambia

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Six ways to Travel from Cape Town to Kitwe

Composite routes from Cape Town to Kitwe

Cheapest
35 h 39 min
Car
3364 km.
from $185
Other
7 h 28 min
Bus, Plane
2548 km.
from $10.87
45 h 30 min
2548 km.
from $88.54
8 h 47 min
Bus, Plane
2548 km.
from $378.66
12 h 26 min
Bus, Plane
2548 km.
from $10.87
2 d 42 min
2548 km.
from $5.43

Transport providers

Airlines

South African Airways

Website:
flysaa.com/
Plane from Cape Town International Airport to Lubumbashi
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$255.77–$549.90

Airlink

Phone:
+27 11 451 7300
Website:
flyairlink.com/
Plane from Cape Town International Airport to Ndola
Ave. Duration:
5h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$294.13–$639.42
Plane from Cape Town International Airport to Lubumbashi
Ave. Duration:
6h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$332.50–$703.36

Proflight Zambia

Website:
proflight-zambia.com/
Plane from Cape Town International Airport to Ndola
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Friday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$396.44–$1,087.01
Plane from Cape Town International Airport to Solwezi
Ave. Duration:
11h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$217.40–$959.13

Bus operators

Greyhound ZA

Phone:
+27 11 611 8000
Email:
Website:
greyhound.co.za
Bus from Cape Town Stn to Park
Ave. Duration:
19h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$43.48–$62.66

Eagle Liner

Phone:
+27 87 150 1895
Email:
Website:
eagleliner.co.za
Bus from Cape Town Stn to Park
Ave. Duration:
17h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$25.58–$83.12

Juldan Motors

Phone:
+260 211 247 683
Email:
Bus from Ndola to Kitwe
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Bus from Johanneburg to Kitwe
Ave. Duration:
27h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$26.25
Bus from Solwezi to Kitwe
Ave. Duration:
3h 46m
Frequency:
Twice daily

City to City

Phone:
+27 11 774 3333
Website:
res.prasa.com/citytocity/booking
Bus from Cape Town to Johannesburg
Ave. Duration:
18h 27m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.86–$35.81

Likili Motors

Phone:
‪+260 97 9568820‬
Website:
likili-motorways.com/en
Bus from 156 Pritchard St to Central
Ave. Duration:
27h
Frequency:
Once a week

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cape Town to Kitwe?

The cheapest way to get from Cape Town to Kitwe is to bus which costs $43.48 - $92.39 and takes 45h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cape Town to Kitwe?

The fastest way to get from Cape Town to Kitwe is to fly and drive which takes 8h 47m and costs $250 - $521.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Cape Town and Kitwe?

No, there is no direct bus from Cape Town to Kitwe. However, there are services departing from Cape Town Stn and arriving at Kitwe via Johanneburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45h 30m.

How far is it from Cape Town to Kitwe?

The distance between Cape Town and Kitwe is 2631 km. The road distance is 3365.6 km.

How do I travel from Cape Town to Kitwe without a car?

The best way to get from Cape Town to Kitwe without a car is to bus which takes 45h 30m and costs $43.48 - $92.39 .

How long does it take to get from Cape Town to Kitwe?

It takes approximately 7h 28m to get from Cape Town to Kitwe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cape Town to Kitwe bus from?

Cape Town to Kitwe bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, depart from Cape Town Stn station.

Where does the Cape Town to Kitwe bus arrive?

Cape Town to Kitwe bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, arrive at Park Station.

Can I drive from Cape Town to Kitwe?

Yes, the driving distance between Cape Town to Kitwe is 3366 km. It takes approximately 36h 31m to drive from Cape Town to Kitwe.

Where can I stay near Kitwe?

There are 14+ hotels available in Kitwe. Prices start at $42.25 per night.
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