Lusaka to Kitwe by train
Kitwe lies 290 km (180 mi) north of Lusaka, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 4 h 10 min at the speeds typical of Zambia rail, over roughly 353 km (220 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Lusaka | Kitwe | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Zambia | Zambia |
| Population | 2.2 million | 665,961 |
| Elevation | 1,277 m (4,190 ft) | 1,224 m (4,016 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Lusaka) | UTC+2 (Africa/Lusaka) |
| Stations on record | Lusaka Central Train Station | none listed |
Where to book trains from Lusaka 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 Lusaka?
290 km (180 mi) in a straight line, north of Lusaka; by road roughly 353 km (220 mi).
How long does it take to get from Lusaka to Kitwe by train?
About 4 h 10 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lusaka 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.