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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Lusaka to Lilongwe

Composite routes from Lusaka to Lilongwe

Cheapest
10 h 15 min
Car
715 km.
from $39
Fastest
1 h 22 min
Plane
Other
23 h 49 min
612 km.
Select a ticket
6 h 53 min
Bus, Plane
611 km.
from $261.49
24 h 23 min
612 km.
from $5.43

Transport providers

Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines

Website:
ethiopianairlines.com/
Plane from Lusaka to Kamuzu
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$152.17–$597.83

Proflight Zambia

Website:
proflight-zambia.com/
Plane from Lusaka to Mfuwe
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$163.04–$304.35

Bus operators

Zanzibar Airport Transfers

Phone:
+254 718 370 639
Email:
Website:
hoteltoursandtransfers.com/
Bus from Tunduma to Malawi
Ave. Duration:
2h 16m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$54.35–$184.78

Captain Tours

Bus from Songwe to Lilongwe
Ave. Duration:
10h
Frequency:
Once daily

King Lion Coaches

Phone:
+263 782 588 588
Email:
Bus from Lusaka to Harare
Ave. Duration:
7h 33m
Frequency:
Twice daily

CAG Travellers Coaches

Phone:
+263 78 694 9273
Email:
Website:
facebook.com/CAGTravellers
Bus from Lusaka to Harare
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Twice daily

Citylink Luxury Coaches

Phone:
+263 77 699 9222
Email:
Website:
citylinkcoaches.co.zw/?fbclid=IwY2xjawEBns5leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHSryroYE94ufM0SxGyBuwUc7XJ4VMitUWAoO4uS7ULLDIpSItGAfL3EHfA_aem_qNUkt0bahBhUcdKz5ijPmg
Bus from RoadPort to Wenela
Ave. Duration:
9h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a day

Trip Trans

Phone:
+263 77 426 0214
Bus from RoadPort to Wenela
Ave. Duration:
9h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.01

Sososo Coaches

Phone:
+(265)994 193 745
Website:
sososocoaches.com
Bus from Blantyre to Lilongwe
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$14.17

Juldan Motors

Phone:
+260 211 247 683
Email:
Bus from Lusaka to Nakonde
Ave. Duration:
12h 38m
Frequency:
Once daily

Malawi Posts Corporation

Phone:
0994 168 044
Email:
Bus from Blantyre to Lilongwe
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Twice daily

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Lusaka to Lilongwe?

The cheapest way to get from Lusaka to Lilongwe is to drive which costs $119.57 - $184.78 and takes 10h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lusaka to Lilongwe?

The fastest way to get from Lusaka to Lilongwe is to fly which takes 4h 24m and costs $184.78 - $652.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Lusaka and Lilongwe?

No, there is no direct bus from Lusaka to Lilongwe. However, there are services departing from Lusaka and arriving at Lilongwe via RoadPort and Blantyre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 49m.

How far is it from Lusaka to Lilongwe?

The distance between Lusaka and Lilongwe is 650 km. The road distance is 715.8 km.

How do I travel from Lusaka to Lilongwe without a car?

The best way to get from Lusaka to Lilongwe without a car is to bus which takes 23h 49m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Lusaka to Lilongwe?

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Lusaka to Lilongwe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lusaka to Lilongwe bus from?

Lusaka to Lilongwe bus services, operated by King Lion Coaches, depart from Lusaka station.

Bus or fly from Lusaka to Lilongwe?

The best way to get from Lusaka to Lilongwe is to fly which takes 4h 24m and costs $184.78 - $652.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 23h 49m.

Where does the Lusaka to Lilongwe bus arrive?

Lusaka to Lilongwe bus services, operated by King Lion Coaches, arrive at Harare station.

Can I drive from Lusaka to Lilongwe?

Yes, the driving distance between Lusaka to Lilongwe is 716 km. It takes approximately 10h 15m to drive from Lusaka to Lilongwe.

Where can I stay near Lilongwe?

There are 72+ hotels available in Lilongwe. Prices start at $44.22 per night.
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