What is the cheapest way to get from Ethiopia to Kampala?

The cheapest way to get from Ethiopia to Kampala is to bus via Kampala which costs $80 - $110 and takes 41h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ethiopia to Kampala?

The fastest way to get from Ethiopia to Kampala is to fly which takes 6h 40m and costs $280 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Ethiopia and Kampala?

No, there is no direct bus from Ethiopia to Kampala. However, there are services departing from Addis Ababa and arriving at Kampala via Eastleigh Terminal and Nairobi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 49m.

How far is it from Ethiopia to Kampala?

The distance between Ethiopia and Kampala is 1537 km. The road distance is 1480.2 km.

How do I travel from Ethiopia to Kampala without a car?

The best way to get from Ethiopia to Kampala without a car is to bus which takes 36h 49m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Ethiopia to Kampala?

It takes approximately 6h 40m to get from Ethiopia to Kampala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ethiopia to Kampala bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Ethiopia to Kampala?

The best way to get from Ethiopia to Kampala is to fly which takes 6h 40m and costs $280 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 36h 49m.

Where does the Ethiopia to Kampala bus arrive?

Ethiopia to Kampala bus services, operated by Abyssinia Luxury Coach, arrive at Nairobi station.

Can I drive from Ethiopia to Kampala?

Yes, the driving distance between Ethiopia to Kampala is 1480 km. It takes approximately 27h 48m to drive from Ethiopia to Kampala.

Where can I stay near Kampala?

There are 1597+ hotels available in Kampala.

Ethiopia to Kampala - 9 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, shuttle, and taxi

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There are 9 ways to get from Ethiopia to Kampala by plane, bus, car, shuttle, or taxi

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Fly from Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport
best
1. Fly from Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport (DIR) to Entebbe (EBB)plane DIR - EBB
6h 40m
$282–1,023
Bus via Kampala #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Addis Ababa to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kampalabus
41h 37m
$81–108
Bus
1. Take the bus from Addis Ababa to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kampalabus
36h 49m
Drive 1,480.2 km
1. Drive from Addis Ababa to Kampalacar 1,480.2 km
27h 48m
$222–320
Fly from Awassa Airport
1. Fly from Awassa Airport (AWA) to Entebbe (EBB)plane AWA - EBB
8h 23m
$325–1,228
Fly from Mek'Ele Airport
1. Fly from Mek'Ele Airport (MQX) to Entebbe (EBB)plane MQX - EBB
7h 30m
$268–942
Fly from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Entebbe (EBB)plane ADD - EBB
2. Take a shuttle bus from Entebbe to Kampalashuttle
7h 3m
$296–506
Taxi to Arba Minch Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Sodo to Arba Minch Airport (AMH)taxi
2. Fly from Arba Minch Airport (AMH) to Entebbe (EBB)plane AMH - EBB
8h 7m
$315–998
Bus via Kampala
1. Take the bus from Addis Ababa to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kampalabus
38h 38m
$82–108

Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport (DIR) to Entebbe (EBB) flights

28Weekly Planes

5h 17mAverage Duration

$262Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,536.5 km
Duration: 6h 40m

What companies run services between Ethiopia and Kampala, Uganda?

Ethiopian Airlines flies from Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport (DIR) to Entebbe (EBB) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Addis Ababa to Kampala via Nairobi, Eastleigh Terminal, Koja, and Nairobi in around 36h 49m.

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