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

The cheapest way to get from Kampala to Kigoma is to bus which costs $65 - $80 and takes 46h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kampala to Kigoma is to fly and drive which takes 7h 59m and costs $200 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Kampala and Kigoma?

No, there is no direct bus from Kampala to Kigoma. However, there are services departing from Kampala and arriving at Kigoma via Dar es Salaam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46h 50m.

How far is it from Kampala to Kigoma?

The distance between Kampala and Kigoma is 787 km. The road distance is 848.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kampala to Kigoma without a car is to bus which takes 46h 50m and costs $65 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 7h 59m to get from Kampala to Kigoma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kampala to Kigoma bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Kampala to Kigoma?

The best way to get from Kampala to Kigoma is to bus which takes 46h 50m and costs $65 - $80. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $290 - $900 and takes 10h 47m.

Where does the Kampala to Kigoma bus arrive?

Kampala to Kigoma bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, arrive at Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Kampala to Kigoma?

Yes, the driving distance between Kampala to Kigoma is 849 km. It takes approximately 12h 33m to drive from Kampala to Kigoma.

Where can I stay near Kigoma?

There are six+ hotels available in Kigoma.

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

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

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Fly to Bujumbura, drive
best
1. Fly from Entebbe (EBB) to Bujumbura (BJM)plane EBB - BJM
2. Drive from Bujumbura (BJM) to Kigomacar
7h 59m
$200–390
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kampala to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Kigomabus
46h 50m
$67–75
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kampala to Dar es Salaambus
2. Take the train from Dar es Salaam to Kigomatrain
2d 22h
$72–111
Drive 848.9 km
1. Drive from Kampala to Kigomacar 848.9 km
12h 33m
$127–184
Fly to Kigoma
1. Fly from Entebbe (EBB) to Kigoma (TKQ)plane EBB - TKQ
10h 47m
$295–856

Entebbe (EBB) to Bujumbura (BJM) flights

6Weekly Planes

1h 15mAverage Duration

$172Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Kampala to Kigoma.

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Distance: 787.2 km
Duration: 7h 59m

What companies run services between Kampala, Uganda and Kigoma, Tanzania?

You can take a bus from Kampala to Kigoma via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal and Dar es Salaam in around 46h 50m. Alternatively, Kenya Airways, Air Tanzania, and Uganda Airlines fly from Entebbe (EBB) to Kigoma (TKQ) once daily.

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