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Two ways to Travel from Mbarara to Bujumbura

Composite routes from Mbarara to Bujumbura

Cheapest
7 h 10 min
Car
509 km.
from $27
Other
7 h 10 min
Rideshare
509 km.
from $6.64

Transport providers

Airlines

Rwandair Express

Website:
rwandair.com/
Plane from Kigali to Bujumbura
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$331.20–$509.54
Plane from Kigali to Kamembe
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.54–$216.56

Bus operators

Modern Coast

Phone:
+254 709 897 000
Email:
Website:
modern.co.ke/
Bus from Mbarara to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$0.29–$14.01

Volcano Express Ltd

Phone:
+250788351253
Email:
Website:
facebook.com/VolcanoLtd/
Bus from Nyabugogo Bus Stn to Bujumbura
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
4 times a day

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Mbarara to Bujumbura is to drive which costs $70.65 - $108.70 and takes 7h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mbarara to Bujumbura is to bus and fly which takes 6h 54m and costs $163.04 - $391.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Mbarara and Bujumbura?

No, there is no direct bus from Mbarara to Bujumbura. However, there are services departing from Mbarara and arriving at Bujumbura via Nyabugogo Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 40m.

How far is it from Mbarara to Bujumbura?

The distance between Mbarara and Bujumbura is 512 km. The road distance is 509.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Mbarara to Bujumbura without a car is to bus which takes 9h 40m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 9h 40m to get from Mbarara to Bujumbura, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mbarara to Bujumbura bus from?

Mbarara to Bujumbura bus services, operated by Modern Coast, depart from Mbarara station.

Where does the Mbarara to Bujumbura bus arrive?

Mbarara to Bujumbura bus services, operated by Modern Coast, arrive at Kigali station.

What is the time difference between Mbarara and Bujumbura?

Bujumbura is 1h behind Mbarara. It is currently 07:47 in Mbarara and 06:47 in Bujumbura.

Can I drive from Mbarara to Bujumbura?

Yes, the driving distance between Mbarara to Bujumbura is 510 km. It takes approximately 7h 10m to drive from Mbarara 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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