Cities Near Lusaka
Cities near Lusaka, ZM: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Mazabuka, Kabwe, Luanshya. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Lusaka, ZM is Mazabuka, about 47 mi (76 km) away — roughly 1 hr 25 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mazabuka | 47 mi / 76 km | 1 hr 25 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Kabwe | 67 mi / 108 km | 2 hr | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Luanshya | 157 mi / 253 km | 3 hr 39 min | 47 min | Weekend getaway |
| Ndola | 171 mi / 275 km | 3 hr 58 min | 49 min | Weekend getaway |
| Kalulushi | 178 mi / 286 km | 4 hr 8 min | 50 min | Weekend getaway |
| Chinhoyi | 186 mi / 299 km | 4 hr 19 min | 50 min | Weekend getaway |
| Mufulira | 197 mi / 318 km | 4 hr 18 min | 52 min | Weekend getaway |
| Chingola | 201 mi / 323 km | 4 hr 23 min | 52 min | Short break |
| Kadoma | 229 mi / 369 km | 5 hr | 55 min | Short break |
| Livingstone | 233 mi / 375 km | 5 hr 5 min | 56 min | Short break |
Day trips from Lusaka
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Mazabuka, Kabwe. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Lusaka
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Luanshya, Ndola, Kalulushi. Worth an overnight or a full weekend.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Lusaka include Mazabuka, Kabwe, Luanshya, Ndola, Kalulushi. The closest is Mazabuka, about 47 miles (76 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.