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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kigali to Tunduma

Composite routes from Kigali to Tunduma

Cheapest
23 h 58 min
Car
1225 km.
from $67
Other
23 h 31 min
870 km.
from $97.09
22 h 6 min
870 km.
from $134.33
32 h 57 min
Plane
870 km.
from $524.79

Transport providers

Airlines

Air Tanzania

Website:
airtanzania.co.tz/
Plane from Kigali to Mbeya
Ave. Duration:
6h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$203.82–$700.62
Plane from Kihihi Airport to Mbeya
Ave. Duration:
26h 45m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$242.03–$496.81

Precision Air

Website:
precisionairtz.com/
Plane from Kigali to Mbeya
Ave. Duration:
12h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$203.82–$700.62

Bus operators

Zanzibar Airport Transfers

Phone:
+254 718 370 639
Email:
Website:
hoteltoursandtransfers.com/
Bus from Mbeya Airport to Tunduma
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$63.69–$216.56

Modern Coast

Phone:
+254 709 897 000
Email:
Website:
modern.co.ke/
Bus from Kigali to Kampala
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.51–$28.02

Volcano Express Ltd

Phone:
+250788351253
Email:
Website:
facebook.com/VolcanoLtd/
Bus from Kigali to Kampala
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.64–$16.56

Classic Coach

Website:
srclassic.com/
Bus from Berelay Rd to Tunduma
Ave. Duration:
13h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$94.24

Trinity Express

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kigali to Tunduma is to bus which costs $86.96 - $97.83 and takes 22h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kigali to Tunduma is to fly and Private Transfer which takes 11h 21m and costs $239.13 - $597.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Kigali and Tunduma?

No, there is no direct bus from Kigali to Tunduma. However, there are services departing from Kigali and arriving at Tunduma Terminal via Berelay Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 6m.

How far is it from Kigali to Tunduma?

The distance between Kigali and Tunduma is 972 km. The road distance is 1226.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kigali to Tunduma without a car is to bus which takes 22h 6m and costs $86.96 - $97.83 .

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

It takes approximately 11h 21m to get from Kigali to Tunduma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kigali to Tunduma bus from?

Kigali to Tunduma bus services, operated by Volcano Express Ltd, depart from Kigali station.

Where does the Kigali to Tunduma bus arrive?

Kigali to Tunduma bus services, operated by Volcano Express Ltd, arrive at Kampala station.

What is the time difference between Kigali and Tunduma?

Tunduma is 1h ahead of Kigali. It is currently 12:28 in Kigali and 13:28 in Tunduma.

Can I drive from Kigali to Tunduma?

Yes, the driving distance between Kigali to Tunduma is 1226 km. It takes approximately 24h to drive from Kigali to Tunduma.
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