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539 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kampala to Gisenyi

Composite routes from Kampala to Gisenyi

Cheapest
8 h 38 min
Car
539 km.
from $29
Other
5 h 35 min
Bus, Plane
431 km.
from $10.87
5 h 53 min
Bus, Plane
431 km.
from $10.87
18 h 36 min
Bus, Plane
431 km.
from $464.24

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 3
Rwandair Express
Website
Auric Air Services Limited
Website
Aerolink Uganda
Website
Rwandair Express
Website
55 min
Every day
$280.25–$828.01
Auric Air Services Limited
Website
2h 15m
Every day
$140.12–$407.64
Aerolink Uganda
Website
1h 10m
Every day
$318.46–$1,146.47
Bus operators
Found: 3
Modern Coast
Website
Volcano Express Ltd
Website
14-Seater Paratransit Taxi
Website
Modern Coast
Website
9h 40m
Once daily
$0.57–$30.57
+254 709 897 000
+254 709 897 000
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Volcano Express Ltd
Website
14h
Once daily
$25.13
+250788351253
+250788351253
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
14-Seater Paratransit Taxi
Website
1h 7m
Every 15 minutes
Other operators
Found: 1
Ihusi Express
Website
Ihusi Express
Website
3h
Once daily
$57.59

Questions and Answers

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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Kampala to Gisenyi is to drive which takes 7h 57m and costs $81.52 - $119.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Kampala and Gisenyi?

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

How far is it from Kampala to Gisenyi?

The distance between Kampala and Gisenyi is 542 km. The road distance is 563.5 km.

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

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

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Kampala to Gisenyi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kampala to Gisenyi bus from?

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

Where does the Kampala to Gisenyi bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Kampala and Gisenyi?

Gisenyi is 1h behind Kampala. It is currently 01:21 in Kampala and 00:21 in Gisenyi.

Can I drive from Kampala to Gisenyi?

Yes, the driving distance between Kampala to Gisenyi is 564 km. It takes approximately 7h 57m to drive from Kampala to Gisenyi.

Where can I stay near Gisenyi?

There are 31+ hotels available in Gisenyi. Prices start at $22.11 per night.
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