What is the cheapest way to get from Bukoba to Kigali?

The cheapest way to get from Bukoba to Kigali is to bus which costs $22 - $85 and takes 13h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bukoba to Kigali?

The fastest way to get from Bukoba to Kigali is to drive which takes 7h 50m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Bukoba and Kigali?

No, there is no direct bus from Bukoba to Kigali. However, there are services departing from Bukoba and arriving at Nyabugogo Bus Stn via Trinity Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 28m.

How far is it from Bukoba to Kigali?

The distance between Bukoba and Kigali is 793 km. The road distance is 340.8 km.

How do I travel from Bukoba to Kigali without a car?

The best way to get from Bukoba to Kigali without a car is to bus which takes 13h 28m and costs $22 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Bukoba to Kigali?

It takes approximately 13h 28m to get from Bukoba to Kigali, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bukoba to Kigali bus from?

Bukoba to Kigali bus services, operated by Mozaico Coaches Ltd, depart from Bukoba station.

Bus or fly from Bukoba to Kigali?

The best way to get from Bukoba to Kigali is to bus which takes 13h 28m and costs $22 - $85. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $260 - $650 and takes 23h 45m.

Where does the Bukoba to Kigali bus arrive?

Bukoba to Kigali bus services, operated by Mozaico Coaches Ltd, arrive at Kampala station.

What is the time difference between Bukoba and Kigali?

Kigali is 1h behind Bukoba. It is currently 6:05 AM in Bukoba and 5:05 AM in Kigali.

Can I drive from Bukoba to Kigali?

Yes, the driving distance between Bukoba to Kigali is 341 km. It takes approximately 7h 50m to drive from Bukoba to Kigali.

Where can I stay near Kigali?

There are 897+ hotels available in Kigali.

Bukoba to Kigali - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, plane, and ferry

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There are 5 ways to get from Bukoba to Kigali by bus, car, plane, or ferry

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bukoba to Kampalabus
2. Take the bus from Trinity Bus Terminal to Nyabugogo Bus Stnbus
13h 28m
$22–81
Drive 340.8 km
1. Drive from Bukoba to Kigalicar 340.8 km
7h 50m
$44–64
Fly from Bukoba
1. Fly from Bukoba (BKZ) to Kigali International Airport (KGL)plane BKZ - KGL
23h 45m
$262–605
Bus to Entebbe, fly
1. Take the bus from Bukoba to Kampalabus
2. Fly from Entebbe (EBB) to Kigali International Airport (KGL)plane EBB - KGL
9h 57m
$218–308
Ferry to Mwanza Airport, fly
1. Take the ferry from Bukoba to Mwanza North Portferry
2. Fly from Mwanza Airport (MWZ) to Kigali International Airport (KGL)plane MWZ - KGL
13h 7m
$402–727

Bukoba (BKZ) to Kigali International Airport (KGL) flights

10Weekly Planes

26h 20mAverage Duration

$261Cheapest Price

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Distance: 793 km
Duration: 13h 28m

What companies run services between Bukoba, Tanzania and Kigali, Rwanda?

You can take a bus from Bukoba to Nyabugogo Bus Stn via Kampala and Trinity Bus Terminal in around 13h 28m. Alternatively, Air Tanzania, Charterlines, Inc., and Rwandair Express fly from Bukoba (BKZ) to Kigali International Airport (KGL) once daily.

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