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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kampala to Bujumbura

Composite routes from Kampala to Bujumbura

Cheapest
10 h 59 min
Car
779 km.
from $42
Other
4 h 38 min
Bus, Plane
545 km.
from $10.87
13 h
544 km.
Select a ticket
8 h 26 min
Bus, Plane
545 km.
from $10.87
16 h 27 min
Bus, Plane
545 km.
from $435.87
14 h
544 km.
from $5.43

Transport providers

Airlines

Rwandair Express

Website:
rwandair.com/
Plane from Entebbe to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$239.13–$706.52
Plane from Entebbe to Kamembe
Ave. Duration:
16h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$195.65–$597.83

Uganda Airlines

Website:
ugandairlines.com/
Plane from Entebbe to Bujumbura
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$217.39–$347.83

Auric Air Services Limited

Website:
auricair.com/
Plane from Entebbe to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$347.83

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:
$0.43–$23.91

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:
$6.52–$14.13
Bus from Nyabugogo Bus Stn to Bujumbura
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
4 times a day

Trinity Express

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

14-Seater Paratransit Taxi

Website:
transportforcairo.com/
Bus from Gapco - Post Office to Entebbe
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kampala to Bujumbura is to drive which costs $108.70 - $173.91 and takes 10h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kampala to Bujumbura is to drive which takes 10h 47m and costs $108.70 - $173.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Kampala and Bujumbura?

No, there is no direct bus from Kampala to Bujumbura. However, there are services departing from Kampala and arriving at Bujumbura via Nyabugogo Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h.

How far is it from Kampala to Bujumbura?

The distance between Kampala and Bujumbura is 559 km. The road distance is 777.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Kampala to Bujumbura without a car is to bus which takes 13h and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Kampala to Bujumbura, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kampala to Bujumbura bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Kampala to Bujumbura?

The best way to get from Kampala to Bujumbura is to bus which takes 13h and costs . There are no good options to train or fly between Kampala to Bujumbura.

Where does the Kampala to Bujumbura bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Kampala and Bujumbura?

Bujumbura is 1h behind Kampala. It is currently 18:25 in Kampala and 17:25 in Bujumbura.

Can I drive from Kampala to Bujumbura?

Yes, the driving distance between Kampala to Bujumbura is 778 km. It takes approximately 10h 47m to drive from Kampala to Bujumbura.

Where can I stay near Bujumbura?

There are 41+ hotels available in Bujumbura. Prices start at $39.30 per night.
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