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

The cheapest way to get from Bujumbura to Mwanza is to bus and ferry which costs $55 - $75 and takes 31h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bujumbura to Mwanza is to bus and fly which takes 7h 41m and costs $420 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Bujumbura and Mwanza?

No, there is no direct bus from Bujumbura to Mwanza. However, there are services departing from Bujumbura and arriving at Mwanza via Nairobi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41h 52m.

How far is it from Bujumbura to Mwanza?

The distance between Bujumbura and Mwanza is 431 km. The road distance is 561.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Bujumbura to Mwanza without a car is to bus and ferry via Kigali which takes 28h 31m and costs $45 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 7h 59m to get from Bujumbura to Mwanza, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bujumbura to Mwanza bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Bujumbura to Mwanza?

The best way to get from Bujumbura to Mwanza is to fly which takes 7h 59m and costs $410 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $85 - $95 and takes 41h 52m.

Where does the Bujumbura to Mwanza bus arrive?

Bujumbura to Mwanza bus services, operated by Mozaico Coaches Ltd, arrive at Nairobi station.

What is the time difference between Bujumbura and Mwanza?

Mwanza is 1h ahead of Bujumbura. It is currently 2:05 AM in Bujumbura and 3:05 AM in Mwanza.

Can I drive from Bujumbura to Mwanza?

Yes, the driving distance between Bujumbura to Mwanza is 562 km. It takes approximately 10h 24m to drive from Bujumbura to Mwanza.

Where can I stay near Mwanza?

There are 67+ hotels available in Mwanza.

Bujumbura to Mwanza - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, ferry, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Bujumbura to Mwanza by plane, bus, ferry, or car

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Fly from Bujumbura
best
1. Fly from Bujumbura (BJM) to Mwanza Airport (MWZ)plane BJM - MWZ
7h 59m
$412–565
Bus, ferry via Kigali
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bujumbura to Nyabugogo Bus Stnbus
2. Take the bus from Nyabugogo Bus Stn to Trinity Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Kampala to Bukobabus
4. Take the ferry from Bukoba to Mwanza North Portferry
28h 31m
$47–126
Drive 561.7 km
1. Drive from Bujumbura to Mwanzacar 561.7 km
10h 24m
$80–116
Bus to Kigali International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bujumbura to Nyabugogo Bus Stnbus
2. Fly from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Mwanza Airport (MWZ)plane KGL - MWZ
7h 41m
$423–743
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Bujumbura to Kampalabus
2. Take the bus from Kampala to Bukobabus
3. Take the ferry from Bukoba to Mwanza North Portferry
31h 30m
$59–74
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bujumbura to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Mwanzabus
41h 52m
$85–92

Bujumbura (BJM) to Mwanza Airport (MWZ) flights

7Weekly Planes

7h 40mAverage Duration

$364Cheapest Price

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Distance: 430.9 km
Duration: 7h 59m

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

Air Tanzania and Kenya Airways fly from Bujumbura (BJM) to Mwanza Airport (MWZ) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bujumbura to Mwanza via Nairobi in around 41h 52m.

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