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

The cheapest way to get from Kampala to Lubumbashi is to bus which costs $114 and takes 2 days 11h.

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

The fastest way to get from Kampala to Lubumbashi is to fly which takes 8h 7m and costs $440 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Kampala and Lubumbashi?

No, there is no direct bus from Kampala to Lubumbashi. However, there are services departing from Kampala and arriving at Lubumbashi via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 11h.

How far is it from Kampala to Lubumbashi?

The distance between Kampala and Lubumbashi is 1455 km. The road distance is 2207.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kampala to Lubumbashi without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 11h and costs $114.

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

It takes approximately 8h 7m to get from Kampala to Lubumbashi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kampala to Lubumbashi bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Kampala to Lubumbashi?

The best way to get from Kampala to Lubumbashi is to fly which takes 8h 7m and costs $440 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $114 and takes 2 days 11h.

Where does the Kampala to Lubumbashi bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Kampala and Lubumbashi?

Lubumbashi is 1h behind Kampala. It is currently 7:46 PM in Kampala and 6:46 PM in Lubumbashi.

Can I drive from Kampala to Lubumbashi?

Yes, the driving distance between Kampala to Lubumbashi is 2208 km. It takes approximately 38h 54m to drive from Kampala to Lubumbashi.

Where can I stay near Lubumbashi?

There are 29+ hotels available in Lubumbashi.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Entebbe (EBB) to Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM)plane EBB - FBM
8h 7m
$444–667
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kampala to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Lubumbashibus
2d 11h
$113
Drive 2,207.9 km
1. Drive from Kampala to Lubumbashicar 2,207.9 km
38h 54m
$330–477
Bus via Dar es Salaam
1. Take the bus from Kampala to Dar es Salaambus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Lubumbashibus
2d 15h
$124–149
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kampala to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the train from Dar es salaam to Mbeyatrain
3. Take the bus from Mbeya to Lubumbashibus
2d 17h

Entebbe (EBB) to Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) flights

14Weekly Planes

5h 55mAverage Duration

$359Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,454.6 km
Duration: 8h 7m

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

Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, and Uganda Airlines fly from Entebbe (EBB) to Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kampala to Lubumbashi via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal in around 2d 11h.

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