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

The cheapest way to get from Addis Ababa to Bulawayo is to bus via Nairobi which costs $150 - $230 and takes 3 days 11h.

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

The fastest way to get from Addis Ababa to Bulawayo is to fly which takes 7h 52m and costs $430 - $1,400.

Is there a direct bus between Addis Ababa and Bulawayo?

No, there is no direct bus from Addis Ababa to Bulawayo. However, there are services departing from Addis Ababa and arriving at Bulawayo via Eastleigh Terminal, Nairobi, Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal and Harare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 11h.

How far is it from Addis Ababa to Bulawayo?

The distance between Addis Ababa and Bulawayo is 3440 km. The road distance is 4452 km.

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

The best way to get from Addis Ababa to Bulawayo without a car is to bus via Nairobi which takes 3 days 11h and costs $150 - $230.

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

It takes approximately 7h 52m to get from Addis Ababa to Bulawayo, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Addis Ababa to Bulawayo?

The best way to get from Addis Ababa to Bulawayo is to fly which takes 7h 52m and costs $430 - $1,400. Alternatively, you can bus via Nairobi, which costs $150 - $230 and takes 3 days 11h.

Where does the Addis Ababa to Bulawayo bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Addis Ababa and Bulawayo?

Bulawayo is 1h behind Addis Ababa. It is currently 8:29 AM in Addis Ababa and 7:29 AM in Bulawayo.

Can I drive from Addis Ababa to Bulawayo?

Yes, the driving distance between Addis Ababa to Bulawayo is 4452 km. It takes approximately 2 days 20h to drive from Addis Ababa to Bulawayo.

Where can I stay near Bulawayo?

There are 111+ hotels available in Bulawayo.

Addis Ababa to Bulawayo - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Addis Ababa to Bulawayo by plane, bus, or car

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Fly from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
best
1. Fly from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Bulawayo (BUQ)plane ADD - BUQ
7h 52m
$438–1,384
Bus via Nairobi
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Addis Ababa to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to RoadPortbus
4. Take the bus from Harare to Bulawayobus
3d 11h
$159–229
Drive 4,452 km
1. Drive from Addis Ababa to Bulawayocar 4,452 km
2d 20h
$814–1,175
Drive to Debre Marcos, fly
1. Drive from Addis Ababa to Debre Marcos (DBM)car
2. Fly from Debre Marcos (DBM) to Bulawayo (BUQ)plane DBM - BUQ
22h 26m
$417–1,362
Bus
1. Take the bus from Addis Ababa to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Dar es Salaambus
3. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to RoadPortbus
4. Take the bus from RoadPort to Inter-City Bus Terminusbus
3d 12h

Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Bulawayo (BUQ) flights

5Weekly Planes

5h 47mAverage Duration

$409Cheapest Price

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Distance: 3,439.5 km
Duration: 7h 52m

What companies run services between Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and Bulawayo, Zimbabwe?

Ethiopian Airlines flies from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Bulawayo (BUQ) 5 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Addis Ababa to Bulawayo via Nairobi, Eastleigh Terminal, Koja, Nairobi, Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, RoadPort, and Harare in around 3d 11h.

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