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

The cheapest way to get from Johannesburg to Uganda is to bus via Lusaka which costs $180 - $230 and takes 3 days 5h.

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

The fastest way to get from Johannesburg to Uganda is to fly which takes 5h 17m and costs $260 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between Johannesburg and Uganda?

No, there is no direct bus from Johannesburg to Uganda. However, there are services departing from Johannesburg and arriving at Wakiso Taxi Park via Intercity Bus Terminus, Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal and Namirembe Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 5h.

How far is it from Johannesburg to Uganda?

The distance between Johannesburg and Uganda is 3009 km. The road distance is 3951.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Johannesburg to Uganda without a car is to bus via Lusaka which takes 3 days 5h and costs $180 - $230.

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Johannesburg to Uganda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Johannesburg to Uganda bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Johannesburg to Uganda?

The best way to get from Johannesburg to Uganda is to fly which takes 5h 17m and costs $260 - $370. Alternatively, you can bus via Lusaka, which costs $180 - $230 and takes 3 days 5h.

Where does the Johannesburg to Uganda bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Johannesburg and Uganda?

Uganda is 1h ahead of Johannesburg. It is currently 8:52 AM in Johannesburg and 9:52 AM in Uganda.

Can I drive from Johannesburg to Uganda?

Yes, the driving distance between Johannesburg to Uganda is 3952 km. It takes approximately 2 days 10h to drive from Johannesburg to Uganda.

Where can I stay near Uganda?

There are 851+ hotels available in Uganda.

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Entebbe (EBB)plane JNB - EBB
5h 17m
$267–367
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 5h
$183–221
Drive 3,951.8 km
1. Drive from Johannesburg to Bugandacar 3,951.8 km
2d 10h
$591–853
Bus
1. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Dar Es Salaambus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Kampalabus
4d 18h
$238–303
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Dar Es Salaambus
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Kampalabus
4d 22h
$248–338

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

44Weekly Planes

6h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 3,008.7 km
Duration: 5h 17m

What companies run services between Johannesburg, South Africa and 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 Buganda via Lusaka, Intercity Bus Terminus, Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, Kampala, Namirembe Park, and Wakiso Taxi Park in around 3d 5h.

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