Day trip from Chingola to Mufulira
Mufulira lies 39 km (24 mi) east of Chingola, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 39 km (24 mi) apart, Mufulira is a realistic day trip from Chingola: about 38 min each way by road.
| Chingola | Mufulira | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Zambia | Zambia |
| Population | 256,560 | 169,136 |
| Elevation | 1,363 m (4,472 ft) | 1,285 m (4,216 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Lusaka) | UTC+2 (Africa/Lusaka) |
Where to book tours and tickets in Mufulira
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Staying in Mufulira
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Common questions
How far is Mufulira from Chingola?
39 km (24 mi) in a straight line, east of Chingola; by road roughly 47 km (29 mi).
How long does it take to get from Chingola to Mufulira by road?
About 38 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chingola and Mufulira?
No, both are on Africa/Lusaka at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.