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

The cheapest way to get from Kampala to Bukavu is to bus which costs $21 - $85 and takes 12h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kampala to Bukavu is to fly and bus which takes 8h 40m and costs $170 - $330.

Is there a direct bus between Kampala and Bukavu?

No, there is no direct bus from Kampala to Bukavu. However, there are services departing from Trinity Bus Terminal and arriving at Rusizi Bus Stn via Nyabugogo Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 15m.

How far is it from Kampala to Bukavu?

The distance between Kampala and Bukavu is 735 km. The road distance is 736.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kampala to Bukavu without a car is to bus and ferry which takes 16h 26m and costs $72 - $74.

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

It takes approximately 12h 15m to get from Kampala to Bukavu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kampala to Bukavu bus from?

Kampala to Bukavu bus services, operated by Trinity Express, depart from Trinity Bus Terminal station.

Bus or fly from Kampala to Bukavu?

The best way to get from Kampala to Bukavu is to bus which takes 12h 15m and costs $21 - $85. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $220 - $600 and takes 12h 42m.

Where does the Kampala to Bukavu bus arrive?

Kampala to Bukavu bus services, operated by Trinity Express, arrive at Nyabugogo Bus Stn station.

What is the time difference between Kampala and Bukavu?

Bukavu is 1h behind Kampala. It is currently 7:30 PM in Kampala and 6:30 PM in Bukavu.

Can I drive from Kampala to Bukavu?

Yes, the driving distance between Kampala to Bukavu is 737 km. It takes approximately 10h 49m to drive from Kampala to Bukavu.

Where can I stay near Bukavu?

There are four+ hotels available in Bukavu.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Trinity Bus Terminal to Nyabugogo Bus Stnbus
2. Take the bus from Nyabugogo Bus Stn to Rusizi Bus Stnbus
12h 15m
$22–84
Drive 736.5 km
1. Drive from Kampala to Bukavucar 736.5 km
10h 49m
$110–159
Fly to Kamembe International Airport
1. Fly from Entebbe (EBB) to Kamembe International Airport (KME)plane EBB - KME
12h 42m
$221–553
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Jaguar Bus Terminal to Rond Point Terminusbus
2. Take the ferry from Goma to Bukavuferry
16h 26m
$72–73
Fly to Kigali International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Entebbe (EBB) to Kigali International Airport (KGL)plane EBB - KGL
2. Take the bus from Nyabugogo Bus Stn to Rusizi Bus Stnbus
8h 40m
$179–330

Entebbe (EBB) to Kamembe International Airport (KME) flights

8Weekly Planes

10h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 734.9 km
Duration: 12h 15m

What companies run services between Kampala, Uganda and Bukavu, Democratic Republic of the Congo?

You can take a bus from Trinity Bus Terminal to Bukavu via Nyabugogo Bus Stn and Rusizi Bus Stn in around 12h 15m. Alternatively, Rwandair Express, Safarilink, and Uganda Airlines fly from Entebbe (EBB) to Kamembe International Airport (KME) once daily.

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