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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kigali to Kampala

Composite routes from Kigali to Kampala

Cheapest
7 h 12 min
Car
499 km.
from $27

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 6
KLM
Website
Brussels Airlines
Website
Turkish Airlines
Website
Egyptair
Website
Rwandair Express
Website
Auric Air Services Limited
Website
KLM
Website
1h 5m
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
$127.39–$1,019.09
Brussels Airlines
Website
1h 5m
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
$203.82–$254.77
Turkish Airlines
Website
1h 5m
Every day
$2,165.56–$2,675.10
Egyptair
Website
1h
Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
$152.86–$484.07
Rwandair Express
Website
1h 3m
Every day
$280.25–$2,675.10
Auric Air Services Limited
Website
30 min
Every day
$101.91–$305.73
Bus operators
Found: 4
Modern Coast
Website
Volcano Express Ltd
Website
Trinity Express
Website
Pineapple Express
Website
Modern Coast
Website
9h
Twice daily
$0.51–$26.75
+254 709 897 000
+254 709 897 000
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Volcano Express Ltd
Website
8h
5 times a day
$7.64–$16.56
+250788351253
+250788351253
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Trinity Express
Website
11h 28m
Once daily
Pineapple Express
Website
1h
3 times a day
$14.98
[email protected]
Contact via email

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kigali to Kampala is to bus which costs $1 - $22.83 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Kigali to Kampala is to fly and shuttle which takes 3h 54m and costs $173.91 - $597.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Kigali and Kampala?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kigali and arriving at Kampala. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h.

How far is it from Kigali to Kampala?

The distance between Kigali and Kampala is 393 km. The road distance is 506.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kigali to Kampala without a car is to bus which takes 8h and costs $1 - $22.83 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Kigali to Kampala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kigali to Kampala bus from?

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

Where does the Kigali to Kampala bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Kigali and Kampala?

Kampala is 1h ahead of Kigali. It is currently 15:51 in Kigali and 16:51 in Kampala.

Can I drive from Kigali to Kampala?

Yes, the driving distance between Kigali to Kampala is 506 km. It takes approximately 6h 58m to drive from Kigali 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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