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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Busia to Kigali

Cheapest
10 h
Car
703 km.
from $38
Other
13 h 24 min
524 km.
from $22.93
14 h 52 min
524 km.
from $22.89
8 h 54 min
Bus, Plane
523 km.
from $213.80
8 h 43 min
Bus, Plane
523 km.
from $491.85
12 h 14 min
Bus, Plane
523 km.
from $550.01

Transport providers

Airlines

Rwandair Express

Website:
rwandair.com/
Plane from Entebbe to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.07–$825.74

Kenya Airways

Website:
kenya-airways.com/
Plane from Kisumu International Airport to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
5h 6m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$343.00–$1,143.33
Plane from Eldoret International Airport to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
5h 53m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$266.78–$889.26

Auric Air Services Limited

Website:
auricair.com/
Plane from Entebbe to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.74–$444.63
Plane from Kisumu International Airport to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Monday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$254.07–$1,079.81

Bus operators

Modern Coast

Phone:
+254 709 897 000
Email:
Website:
modern.co.ke/
Bus from Kampala to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.44–$26.68

Tahmeed Coach Ltd

Phone:
0724 581902
Website:
tahmeedexpress.com/
Bus from Busia to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$3.30–$31.76
Bus from Busia to Mumias
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.52–$31.76

Volcano Express Ltd

Phone:
+250788351253
Email:
Website:
facebook.com/VolcanoLtd/
Bus from Kampala to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.62–$15.24

Buscar E.A Limited

Phone:
0790 700700
Email:
Website:
bus-car.co.ke/?fbclid=IwAR0ue-tmedLmaiQ3pC7R6TuzahIO7p698XH5v32MsQRE75qD18nAkNRKeR4#/
Bus from Busia to Kampala
Ave. Duration:
4h 21m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.71

Trinity Express

Website:
trinityexpress.rw/
Bus from Kampala to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
11h 28m
Frequency:
Once daily

MASH

Phone:
+254 730 889 000
Email:
Website:
mashpoa.co/
Bus from Mumias to Kapsabet
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.06–$33.03

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Busia to Kigali?

The cheapest way to get from Busia to Kigali is to bus which costs $13.04 - $20.65 and takes 13h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Busia to Kigali?

The fastest way to get from Busia to Kigali is to bus and fly which takes 8h 43m and costs $228.26 - $978.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Busia and Kigali?

No, there is no direct bus from Busia to Kigali. However, there are services departing from Busia and arriving at Kigali via Chairman's House and Kampala. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 24m.

How far is it from Busia to Kigali?

The distance between Busia and Kigali is 700 km. The road distance is 703.8 km.

How do I travel from Busia to Kigali without a car?

The best way to get from Busia to Kigali without a car is to bus which takes 13h 24m and costs $13.04 - $20.65 .

How long does it take to get from Busia to Kigali?

It takes approximately 13h 24m to get from Busia to Kigali, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Busia to Kigali bus from?

Busia to Kigali bus services, operated by Buscar E.A Limited, depart from Busia station.

Where does the Busia to Kigali bus arrive?

Busia to Kigali bus services, operated by Buscar E.A Limited, arrive at Kampala station.

What is the time difference between Busia and Kigali?

Kigali is 1h behind Busia. It is currently 12:43 in Busia and 11:43 in Kigali.

Can I drive from Busia to Kigali?

Yes, the driving distance between Busia to Kigali is 704 km. It takes approximately 9h 45m to drive from Busia to Kigali.

Where can I stay near Kigali?

There are 847+ hotels available in Kigali. Prices start at $57.13 per night.
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