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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Lilongwe to Mwanza

Composite routes from Lilongwe to Mwanza

Cheapest
29 h 7 min
Car
1979 km.
from $108
Fastest
2 h 38 min
Plane
Other
2 d 9 min
1275 km.
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3 d 3 h 26 min
Bus
1275 km.
Select a ticket

Transport providers

Airlines

Air Tanzania

Website:
airtanzania.co.tz/
Plane from Kamuzu International Airport to Mwanza
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.83–$828.20

Precision Air

Website:
precisionairtz.com/
Plane from Kamuzu International Airport to Mwanza
Ave. Duration:
8h 40m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$229.35–$764.49

Charterlines, Inc.

Website:
charterlines.com/
Plane from Kamuzu International Airport to Mwanza
Ave. Duration:
10h 35m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$229.35–$764.49

Bus operators

Zanzibar Airport Transfers

Phone:
+254 718 370 639
Email:
zanzibartours@gmail.com
Website:
hoteltoursandtransfers.com/
Bus from Malawi border to Mbeya
Ave. Duration:
3h 59m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$63.71–$216.60

Captain Tours

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

Sososo Coaches

Phone:
+(265)994 193 745
Website:
sososocoaches.com
Bus from Lilongwe to Karonga
Ave. Duration:
7h 32m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.31

New Force Enterprices Ltd

Phone:
+255 754864829
Email:
newforce@163.com
Website:
newforcebus.co.tz/
Bus from Lubele Bus Stand to Magufuli
Ave. Duration:
16h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.91
Bus from Mbeya to Dar
Ave. Duration:
13h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$22.93–$25.48

Darlux Co. Ltd

Phone:
+255 744 666 643
Email:
info@darlux.co.tz
Bus from Dar es Salaam to Mwanza
Ave. Duration:
18h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$22.07

Ally's Star

Phone:
+255 743999894
Website:
allysstar.co.tz/
Bus from Magufuli Bus Terminal to Central
Ave. Duration:
19h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$39.70

Train operators

Tanzania Railways Corporation

Phone:
+255 800 11 0042
Email:
info@trc.co.tz
Website:
trc.co.tz
Train from Dar es Salaam to Mwanza
Ave. Duration:
38h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$15.58–$28.38

Tanzania Zambia Railway Authority

Website:
tazarasite.com
Train from Mbeya to Dar
Ave. Duration:
24h 20m
Frequency:
Twice a week

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Lilongwe to Mwanza is to fly which costs $228.26 - $489.13 and takes 5h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lilongwe to Mwanza is to fly which takes 5h 59m and costs $228.26 - $489.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Lilongwe and Mwanza?

No, there is no direct bus from Lilongwe to Mwanza station. However, there are services departing from Lilongwe and arriving at Central Bus Station via Lubele Bus Stand and Magufuli Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 0h.

How far is it from Lilongwe to Mwanza?

The distance between Lilongwe and Mwanza is 1299 km. The road distance is 1995.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Lilongwe to Mwanza without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 0h and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Lilongwe to Mwanza, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lilongwe to Mwanza bus from?

Lilongwe to Mwanza bus services, operated by Captain Tours, depart from Lilongwe station.

Bus or fly from Lilongwe to Mwanza?

The best way to get from Lilongwe to Mwanza is to fly which takes 5h 59m and costs $228.26 - $489.13 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2 days 0h.

Where does the Lilongwe to Mwanza bus arrive?

Lilongwe to Mwanza bus services, operated by Captain Tours, arrive at Songwe station.

What is the time difference between Lilongwe and Mwanza?

Mwanza is 1h ahead of Lilongwe. It is currently 11:46 in Lilongwe and 12:46 in Mwanza.

Can I drive from Lilongwe to Mwanza?

Yes, the driving distance between Lilongwe to Mwanza is 1995 km. It takes approximately 29h 13m to drive from Lilongwe to Mwanza.

Where can I stay near Mwanza?

There are 29+ hotels available in Mwanza. Prices start at $48.63 per night.
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