Buses & Coaches businesses in Zambia

Bus and coach travel in Zambia ranges from inter-city buses to luxury coaches. Over the past decade coach services in Zambia have drastically improved and you can now travel very comfortably between major cities with a choice of quality companies. Travelling by bus or coach is affordable and generally, standards are high, including air conditioning, entertainment, travel breaks and a high safety record. In recent years Zambia has made significant changes to coach travel by making sure the service providers are delivering the highest quality of service and you have an enjoyable and comfortable journey, every time you travel. It is now possible to travel the most distant locations in Zambia by bus or coach. Find the bus companies that deliver this service in Zambia and beyond.

Bus and coach travel in Zambia

Bus travel is a popular mode of transport for both local and international visitors to the country. There are a number of bus operators available, offering both economy and luxury rides. Many also offer cross-border journeys, into neighbouring states making for an authentic African travel experience. The coaches are comfortable and feature normal coach creature comforts and some even have specially designed sleeper chairs to make your ride more pleasant. In addition, several private companies run comfortable European-style express buses along the major routes which include between Lusaka and Livingstone, Lusaka and Chipata, and Lusaka and the Copperbelt region. Some bus operators in Zambia offer business class buses with high grade reclining seats, calf support and extra leg space. These ultra-luxury buses are designed to give first class luxury and comfort, coming with a somewhat bigger price tag.

Facilities on board

Most coaches offer double and single decker luxury coaches which feature audio and visual entertainment, reclining seats, air-conditioning, reading lights, heaters and onboard toilet facilities. Some coaches are also equipped with safety technology such as drive cam, satellite tracking, and advance fire protection. The coaches are well maintained and comfortable, and they tend to reach their destinations in good time.

Departure

The first bus leaves as early as 05.00 in the morning. It's advisable to be there half an hour ahead of the listed departure time. Tickets for these buses can often be bought the day before. They have a seat number system in place, in order to avoid confusion when boarding. Coaches have scheduled stops along the route and this will be announced by the on-board crew beforehand.

Luggage

Each fare-paying passenger is permitted to take, free of charge and at own risk, two pieces of luggage, each of which does not exceed 80 cm x 60 cm x 30 cm in size, of a total mass not exceeding 20 kg for local routes, and 30 kg for cross-border routes. Luggage will be weighed, and luggage exceeding the allowance will be charged an additional rate per kilogram. Passengers should receive a luggage sticker when boarding, which you should keep safe throughout the journey.