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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Mwanza to Lilongwe

Composite routes from Mwanza to Lilongwe

Cheapest
29 h 4 min
Car
1977 km.
from $108
Fastest
2 h 38 min
Plane
Other
2 d 9 min
1275 km.
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3 d 3 h 25 min
Train
1275 km.
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Transport providers

Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines

Website:
ethiopianairlines.com/
Plane from Mwanza Airport to Kamuzu
Ave. Duration:
11h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$195.65–$652.17

Bus operators

Zanzibar Airport Transfers

Phone:
+254 718 370 639
Email:
zanzibartours@gmail.com
Website:
hoteltoursandtransfers.com/
Bus from Mbeya to Malawi
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$54.35–$184.78
Bus from Mbeya Airport to Malawi
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$54.35–$184.78

Captain Tours

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

Sososo Coaches

Phone:
+(265)994 193 745
Website:
sososocoaches.com
Bus from Karonga to Lilongwe
Ave. Duration:
7h 32m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.95

New Force Enterprices Ltd

Phone:
+255 754864829
Email:
newforce@163.com
Website:
newforcebus.co.tz/
Bus from Magufuli Bus Terminal to Lubele
Ave. Duration:
16h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.96
Bus from Dar es Salaam to Mbeya
Ave. Duration:
13h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$19.57–$21.74

Darlux Co. Ltd

Phone:
+255 744 666 643
Email:
info@darlux.co.tz
Bus from Mwanza to Dar
Ave. Duration:
18h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$18.83

Ally's Star

Phone:
+255 743999894
Website:
allysstar.co.tz/
Bus from Central Bus Station to Magufuli
Ave. Duration:
19h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.87

Train operators

Tanzania Railways Corporation

Phone:
+255 800 11 0042
Email:
info@trc.co.tz
Website:
trc.co.tz
Train from Mwanza to Dar
Ave. Duration:
38h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$13.29–$24.21

Tanzania Zambia Railway Authority

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Mwanza to Lilongwe is to fly which costs $195.65 - $706.52 and takes 12h.

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

The fastest way to get from Mwanza to Lilongwe is to fly which takes 12h and costs $195.65 - $706.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Mwanza and Lilongwe?

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

How far is it from Mwanza to Lilongwe?

The distance between Mwanza and Lilongwe is 1299 km. The road distance is 1995.3 km.

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

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

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

It takes approximately 12h to get from Mwanza to Lilongwe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mwanza to Lilongwe bus from?

Mwanza to Lilongwe bus services, operated by Ally's Star, depart from Central Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Mwanza to Lilongwe?

The best way to get from Mwanza to Lilongwe is to fly which takes 12h and costs $195.65 - $706.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2 days 0h.

Where does the Mwanza to Lilongwe bus arrive?

Mwanza to Lilongwe bus services, operated by Ally's Star, arrive at Magufuli Bus Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Mwanza and Lilongwe?

Lilongwe is 1h behind Mwanza. It is currently 03:17 in Mwanza and 02:17 in Lilongwe.

Can I drive from Mwanza to Lilongwe?

Yes, the driving distance between Mwanza to Lilongwe is 1995 km. It takes approximately 29h 14m to drive from Mwanza to Lilongwe.

Which airlines fly from Mwanza Airport Airport to Kamuzu International Airport Airport?

Precision Air, Air Tanzania and Ethiopian Airlines offer flights from Mwanza Airport Airport to Kamuzu International Airport Airport.

Where can I stay near Lilongwe?

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