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Mtwara, Tanzania → Kampala, Uganda

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Mtwara to Kampala

Composite routes from Mtwara to Kampala

Cheapest
29 h 12 min
Car
2037 km.
from $112
Other
38 h 17 min
Taxi
1444 km.
from $187.65
37 h 17 min
Taxi, bus via Tunduma, Taxi, bus via Tunduma
1446 km.
from $190.11
47 h 43 min
Bus, Train
1445 km.
from $5.43
9 h 42 min
Bus, Plane
1445 km.
from $289.73
40 h 47 min
Taxi
1444 km.
from $182.78

Transport providers

Airlines

Kenya Airways

Website:
kenya-airways.com/
Plane from Mtwara to Entebbe
Ave. Duration:
7h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$191.08–$636.93

Uganda Airlines

Website:
ugandairlines.com/
Plane from Mtwara to Entebbe
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$216.56–$407.64

Precision Air

Website:
precisionairtz.com/
Plane from Mtwara to Bukoba
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Thursday
Estimated price:
$229.29–$955.39

Bus operators

Modern Coast

Phone:
+254 709 897 000
Email:
Website:
modern.co.ke/
Bus from Nairobi to Kampala
Ave. Duration:
11h 17m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$0.70–$52.28

Tahmeed Coach Ltd

Phone:
0724 581902
Website:
tahmeedexpress.com/
Bus from Dar es Salaam to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
16h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$24.20–$44.81

Buscar E.A Limited

Phone:
0790 700700
Email:
Website:
bus-car.co.ke/?fbclid=IwAR0ue-tmedLmaiQ3pC7R6TuzahIO7p698XH5v32MsQRE75qD18nAkNRKeR4#/
Bus from Nairobi to Kampala
Ave. Duration:
13h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$26.75–$44.81

Classic Coach

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

New Force Enterprices Ltd

Phone:
+255 754864829
Email:
Website:
newforcebus.co.tz/
Bus from Magufuli Bus Terminal to Tunduma
Ave. Duration:
15h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$22.93–$28.02

MASH

Phone:
+254 730 889 000
Email:
Website:
mashpoa.co/
Bus from Nairobi to Kampala
Ave. Duration:
15h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$19.11–$34.39

Buti La Zungu Express

Phone:
- +255716142929
Email:
Website:
butilazungu.co.tz/
Bus from Lindi Bus Terminal to Magufuli
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.27
Bus from Lindi Bus Terminal to Temeke
Ave. Duration:
5h 26m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$18.34

Train operators

Tanzania Zambia Railway Authority

Website:
tazarasite.com
Train from Dar es salaam to Mbeya
Ave. Duration:
24h 20m
Frequency:
Twice a week

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Mtwara to Kampala is to taxi and bus which costs $97.83 - $173.91 and takes 40h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mtwara to Kampala is to fly which takes 5h 59m and costs $184.78 - $380.43 .

Is there a direct flight between Mtwara and Kampala?

There are no direct flights between Mtwara and Kampala. The fastest has 1 change and takes 9h 45m and costs $173.91 - $358.70 .

How far is it from Mtwara to Kampala?

The distance between Mtwara and Kampala is 1488 km. The road distance is 2038.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Mtwara to Kampala without a car is to taxi and bus via Tunduma which takes 37h 17m and costs $173.91 - $195.65 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Mtwara to Kampala, including transfers.

Can I drive from Mtwara to Kampala?

Yes, the driving distance between Mtwara to Kampala is 2038 km. It takes approximately 30h 2m to drive from Mtwara 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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