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

The cheapest way to get from Johannesburg to Kampala is to bus via Lusaka which costs $170 - $220 and takes 3 days 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Johannesburg to Kampala is to fly which takes 6h 42m and costs $250 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Johannesburg and Kampala?

No, there is no direct bus from Johannesburg to Kampala. However, there are services departing from Johannesburg and arriving at Kampala via Intercity Bus Terminus and Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 4h.

How far is it from Johannesburg to Kampala?

The distance between Johannesburg and Kampala is 3011 km. The road distance is 3946.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Johannesburg to Kampala without a car is to bus via Lusaka which takes 3 days 4h and costs $170 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 42m to get from Johannesburg to Kampala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Johannesburg to Kampala bus from?

Johannesburg to Kampala bus services, operated by Shalom Bus Services, depart from Johannesburg station.

Bus or fly from Johannesburg to Kampala?

The best way to get from Johannesburg to Kampala is to fly which takes 6h 42m and costs $250 - $360. Alternatively, you can bus via Lusaka, which costs $170 - $220 and takes 3 days 4h.

Where does the Johannesburg to Kampala bus arrive?

Johannesburg to Kampala bus services, operated by Shalom Bus Services, arrive at Lusaka station.

What is the time difference between Johannesburg and Kampala?

Kampala is 1h ahead of Johannesburg. It is currently 5:12 AM in Johannesburg and 6:12 AM in Kampala.

Can I drive from Johannesburg to Kampala?

Yes, the driving distance between Johannesburg to Kampala is 3947 km. It takes approximately 2 days 10h to drive from Johannesburg to Kampala.

Where can I stay near Kampala?

There are 1821+ hotels available in Kampala.

Johannesburg to Kampala - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Johannesburg to Kampala by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Entebbe (EBB)plane JNB - EBB
6h 42m
$257–351
Bus via Lusaka
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Lusakabus
2. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Kampalabus
3d 4h
$176–211
Drive 3,946.7 km
1. Drive from Johannesburg to Kampalacar 3,946.7 km
2d 10h
$590–852
Bus
1. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Dar Es Salaambus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Kampalabus
4d 17h
$230–292
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Dar Es Salaambus
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Kampalabus
4d 21h
$235–327

Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Entebbe (EBB) flights

44Weekly Planes

6h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 3,010.8 km
Duration: 6h 42m

What companies run services between Johannesburg, South Africa and Kampala, Uganda?

Uganda Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Entebbe (EBB) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Johannesburg to Kampala via Lusaka, Intercity Bus Terminus, and Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal in around 3d 4h.

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