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

The cheapest way to get from Bujumbura to Mbeya is to bus and train which costs $95 - $120 and takes 2 days 20h.

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

The fastest way to get from Bujumbura to Mbeya is to drive which takes 21h 25m and costs $150 - $230.

Is there a direct bus between Bujumbura and Mbeya?

No, there is no direct bus from Bujumbura to Mbeya. However, there are services departing from Bujumbura and arriving at Mbeya via Numak Complex, Kampala and Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 6h.

How far is it from Bujumbura to Mbeya?

The distance between Bujumbura and Mbeya is 785 km. The road distance is 1079.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Bujumbura to Mbeya without a car is to bus via Kampala which takes 2 days 6h and costs .

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

It takes approximately 25h 24m to get from Bujumbura to Mbeya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bujumbura to Mbeya bus from?

Bujumbura to Mbeya bus services, operated by Mozaico Coaches Ltd, depart from Bujumbura station.

Bus or fly from Bujumbura to Mbeya?

The best way to get from Bujumbura to Mbeya is to fly which takes 25h 24m and costs $360 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can bus via Kampala, which costs and takes 2 days 6h.

Where does the Bujumbura to Mbeya bus arrive?

Bujumbura to Mbeya bus services, operated by Mozaico Coaches Ltd, arrive at Kampala station.

What is the time difference between Bujumbura and Mbeya?

Mbeya is 1h ahead of Bujumbura. It is currently 9:21 PM in Bujumbura and 10:21 PM in Mbeya.

Can I drive from Bujumbura to Mbeya?

Yes, the driving distance between Bujumbura to Mbeya is 1079 km. It takes approximately 21h 25m to drive from Bujumbura to Mbeya.

Where can I stay near Mbeya?

There are 22+ hotels available in Mbeya.

Bujumbura to Mbeya - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Bujumbura to Mbeya by plane, bus, car, or train

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Bujumbura (BJM) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane BJM - MBI
25h 24m
$368–1,110
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bujumbura to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Moshibus
3. Take the train from Moshi to Dar es Salaamtrain
4. Take the train from Dar es salaam to Mbeyatrain
2d 20h
$95–111
Bus via Kampala
1. Take the bus from Bujumbura to Kampalabus
2. Take the bus from Kampala to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Mbeyabus
2d 6h
Drive 1,079.4 km
1. Drive from Bujumbura to Mbeyacar 1,079.4 km
21h 25m
$154–222
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bujumbura to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Dar es Salaambus
3. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Mbeyabus
2d 13h

Bujumbura (BJM) to Mbeya Airport (MBI) flights

22Weekly Planes

25h 57mAverage Duration

$367Cheapest Price

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Distance: 784.6 km
Duration: 25h 24m

What companies run services between Bujumbura, Burundi and Mbeya, Tanzania?

Air Tanzania, Ethiopian Airlines, and Kenya Airways fly from Bujumbura (BJM) to Mbeya Airport (MBI) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bujumbura to Mbeya via Kampala, Numak Complex, Kisenyi Taxi Park, Kampala, and Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal in around 2d 6h.

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