What is the cheapest way to get from Addis Ababa to Bujumbura?

The cheapest way to get from Addis Ababa to Bujumbura is to bus which costs $120 - $140 and takes 2 days 3h.

What is the fastest way to get from Addis Ababa to Bujumbura?

The fastest way to get from Addis Ababa to Bujumbura is to fly which takes 5h 34m and costs $330 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Addis Ababa and Bujumbura?

No, there is no direct bus from Addis Ababa to Bujumbura. However, there are services departing from Addis Ababa and arriving at Bujumbura via Eastleigh Terminal and Nairobi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 3h.

How far is it from Addis Ababa to Bujumbura?

The distance between Addis Ababa and Bujumbura is 1741 km. The road distance is 2159.5 km.

How do I travel from Addis Ababa to Bujumbura without a car?

The best way to get from Addis Ababa to Bujumbura without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 3h and costs $120 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Addis Ababa to Bujumbura?

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Addis Ababa to Bujumbura, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Addis Ababa to Bujumbura bus from?

Addis Ababa to Bujumbura bus services, operated by Abyssinia Luxury, depart from Addis Ababa station.

Bus or fly from Addis Ababa to Bujumbura?

The best way to get from Addis Ababa to Bujumbura is to fly which takes 5h 34m and costs $330 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $140 and takes 2 days 3h.

Where does the Addis Ababa to Bujumbura bus arrive?

Addis Ababa to Bujumbura bus services, operated by Abyssinia Luxury, arrive at Nairobi station.

What is the time difference between Addis Ababa and Bujumbura?

Bujumbura is 1h behind Addis Ababa. It is currently 8:55 AM in Addis Ababa and 7:55 AM in Bujumbura.

Can I drive from Addis Ababa to Bujumbura?

Yes, the driving distance between Addis Ababa to Bujumbura is 2159 km. It takes approximately 40h 43m to drive from Addis Ababa to Bujumbura.

Where can I stay near Bujumbura?

There are 33+ hotels available in Bujumbura.

Addis Ababa to Bujumbura - 3 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Addis Ababa to Bujumbura by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Bujumbura (BJM)plane ADD - BJM
5h 34m
$331–1,129
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Addis Ababa to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Bujumburabus
2d 3h
$121–135
Drive 2,159.5 km
1. Drive from Addis Ababa to Bujumburacar 2,159.5 km
40h 43m
$308–444

Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Bujumbura (BJM) flights

7Weekly Planes

2h 45mAverage Duration

$324Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,741.3 km
Duration: 5h 34m

What companies run services between Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and Bujumbura, Burundi?

Ethiopian Airlines flies from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Bujumbura (BJM) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Addis Ababa to Bujumbura via Nairobi, Eastleigh Terminal, Koja, and Nairobi in around 2d 3h.

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