Driving from Chipata to Kitwe
Kitwe lies 489 km (304 mi) west of Chipata, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 7 h 28 min without stops, over roughly 597 km (371 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Chipata | Kitwe | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Zambia | Zambia |
| Population | 327,059 | 665,961 |
| Elevation | 1,147 m (3,763 ft) | 1,224 m (4,016 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Lusaka) | UTC+2 (Africa/Lusaka) |
Where to book car hire from Chipata to Kitwe
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Staying in Kitwe
Our booking partner lists 32 places to stay in Kitwe. Of the 24 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (19). Guests have left 808 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Kitwe
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Common questions
How far is Kitwe from Chipata?
489 km (304 mi) in a straight line, west of Chipata; by road roughly 597 km (371 mi).
How long does it take to get from Chipata to Kitwe by car?
About 7 h 28 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chipata and Kitwe?
No, both are on Africa/Lusaka at the moment.
Where can I stay in Kitwe?
Our booking partner lists 32 places to stay in Kitwe, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.