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

The cheapest way to get from Kampala to Ethiopia is to bus via Kampala which costs $75 - $110 and takes 41h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kampala to Ethiopia is to fly which takes 7h 39m and costs $260 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Kampala and Ethiopia?

No, there is no direct bus from Kampala to Ethiopia. However, there are services departing from Kampala and arriving at Addis Ababa via Koja and Nairobi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 47m.

How far is it from Kampala to Ethiopia?

The distance between Kampala and Ethiopia is 1266 km. The road distance is 1479.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kampala to Ethiopia without a car is to bus which takes 36h 47m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Kampala to Ethiopia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kampala to Ethiopia bus from?

Kampala to Ethiopia bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, depart from Kampala station.

Bus or fly from Kampala to Ethiopia?

The best way to get from Kampala to Ethiopia is to bus which takes 36h 47m and costs . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $260 - $1,100 and takes 7h 39m.

Where does the Kampala to Ethiopia bus arrive?

Kampala to Ethiopia bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, arrive at Nairobi station.

Can I drive from Kampala to Ethiopia?

Yes, the driving distance between Kampala to Ethiopia is 1480 km. It takes approximately 27h 49m to drive from Kampala to Ethiopia.

Where can I stay near Ethiopia?

There are 350+ hotels available in Ethiopia.

Kampala to Ethiopia - 8 ways to travel via bus, plane, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Kampala to Ethiopia by bus, plane, or car

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Bus, fly to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Gapco - Post Office to Entebbe Townbus
2. Fly from Entebbe (EBB) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)plane EBB - ADD
6h 15m
Bus via Kampala #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kampala to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Addis Abababus
41h 37m
$78–109
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kampala to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Addis Abababus
36h 47m
Drive 1,479.8 km
1. Drive from Kampala to Addis Ababacar 1,479.8 km
27h 49m
$222–320
Fly to Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport
1. Fly from Entebbe (EBB) to Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport (DIR)plane EBB - DIR
7h 39m
$267–1,009
Fly to Awassa Airport
1. Fly from Entebbe (EBB) to Awassa Airport (AWA)plane EBB - AWA
9h 6m
$251–964
Fly to Mek'Ele Airport
1. Fly from Entebbe (EBB) to Mek'Ele Airport (MQX)plane EBB - MQX
8h 21m
$362–1,327
Bus via Kampala
1. Take the bus from Kampala to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Addis Abababus
38h 38m
$79–107

Entebbe (EBB) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) flights

29Weekly Planes

2h 33mAverage Duration

$243Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,265.9 km
Duration: 6h 15m

What companies run services between Kampala, Uganda and Ethiopia?

You can take a bus from Kampala to Addis Ababa via Nairobi, Koja, Eastleigh Terminal, and Nairobi in around 36h 47m. Alternatively, Ethiopian Airlines flies from Entebbe (EBB) to Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport (DIR) twice daily.

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