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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Gisenyi to Kampala

Composite routes from Gisenyi to Kampala

Cheapest
8 h 7 min
Car
565 km.
from $31
Other
5 h 3 min
Taxi, Plane
431 km.
from $350.38
6 h 19 min
Plane
431 km.
from $322.30

Transport providers

Airlines

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Kigali to Entebbe
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$127.39–$1,019.09

Brussels Airlines

Website:
brusselsairlines.com/
Plane from Kigali to Entebbe
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$203.82–$254.77

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Kigali to Entebbe
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$2,165.56–$2,675.10

Egyptair

Website:
egyptair.com/
Plane from Kigali to Entebbe
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.86–$484.07

Rwandair Express

Website:
rwandair.com/
Plane from Kigali to Entebbe
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$280.25–$2,675.10

Auric Air Services Limited

Website:
auricair.com/
Plane from Kigali to Entebbe
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.91–$305.73

Aerolink Uganda

Website:
aerolinkuganda.com/
Plane from Kihihi Airport to Entebbe
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$318.46–$1,146.47

Bus operators

Modern Coast

Phone:
+254 709 897 000
Email:
Website:
modern.co.ke/
Bus from Gisenyi to Namayiba
Ave. Duration:
9h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$0.57–$30.57

Volcano Express Ltd

Phone:
+250788351253
Email:
Website:
facebook.com/VolcanoLtd/
Bus from Gisenyi to Namayiba
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$25.13

Pineapple Express

Email:
Website:
entebbejinjashuttle.com/
Bus from Entebbe to Kampala
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$14.98

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Gisenyi to Kampala?

The cheapest way to get from Gisenyi to Kampala is to bus which costs $21.45 and takes 9h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gisenyi to Kampala?

The fastest way to get from Gisenyi to Kampala is to taxi and fly and shuttle which takes 5h 3m and costs $271.74 - $706.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Gisenyi and Kampala?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gisenyi and arriving at Namayiba Bus Terminal. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 40m.

How far is it from Gisenyi to Kampala?

The distance between Gisenyi and Kampala is 547 km. The road distance is 560.9 km.

How do I travel from Gisenyi to Kampala without a car?

The best way to get from Gisenyi to Kampala without a car is to bus which takes 9h 40m and costs $21.45 .

How long does it take to get from Gisenyi to Kampala?

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Gisenyi to Kampala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gisenyi to Kampala bus from?

Gisenyi to Kampala bus services, operated by Modern Coast, depart from Gisenyi station.

Where does the Gisenyi to Kampala bus arrive?

Gisenyi to Kampala bus services, operated by Modern Coast, arrive at Namayiba Bus Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Gisenyi and Kampala?

Kampala is 1h ahead of Gisenyi. It is currently 05:32 in Gisenyi and 06:32 in Kampala.

Can I drive from Gisenyi to Kampala?

Yes, the driving distance between Gisenyi to Kampala is 561 km. It takes approximately 7h 56m to drive from Gisenyi to Kampala.

Where can I stay near Kampala?

There are 1461+ hotels available in Kampala. Prices start at $55.43 per night.
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