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

The cheapest way to get from Kampala to Polokwane is to bus via Lusaka which costs R 3 400 - R 3 600 and takes 3 days 14h.

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

The fastest way to get from Kampala to Polokwane is to fly which takes 11h 11m and costs R 5 500 - R 15 000.

Is there a direct bus between Kampala and Polokwane?

No, there is no direct bus from Kampala to Polokwane. However, there are services departing from Kampala and arriving at Polokwane via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, Intercity Bus Terminus and Johannesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 14h.

How far is it from Kampala to Polokwane?

The distance between Kampala and Polokwane is 2725 km. The road distance is 3633.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kampala to Polokwane without a car is to bus via Lusaka which takes 3 days 14h and costs R 3 400 - R 3 600.

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

It takes approximately 11h 11m to get from Kampala to Polokwane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kampala to Polokwane bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Kampala to Polokwane?

The best way to get from Kampala to Polokwane is to fly which takes 11h 11m and costs R 5 500 - R 15 000. Alternatively, you can bus via Lusaka, which costs R 3 400 - R 3 600 and takes 3 days 14h.

Where does the Kampala to Polokwane bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Kampala and Polokwane?

Polokwane is 1h behind Kampala. It is currently 12:25 AM in Kampala and 11:25 PM in Polokwane.

Can I drive from Kampala to Polokwane?

Yes, the driving distance between Kampala to Polokwane is 3633 km. It takes approximately 2 days 7h to drive from Kampala to Polokwane.

Where can I stay near Polokwane?

There are 271+ hotels available in Polokwane.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Entebbe (EBB) to Gateway International Airport (PTG)plane EBB - PTG
11h 11m
R 5,575–14,095
Bus via Lusaka
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kampala to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Intercity Bus Terminusbus
3. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Park Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Polokwanebus
3d 14h
R 3,461–3,571
Drive 3,633.3 km
1. Drive from Kampala to Polokwanecar 3,633.3 km
2d 7h
R 8,798–12,708
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kampala to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburgbus
3. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Polokwanebus
4d 23h
R 4,055–5,268
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Kampala to Dar es Salaambus
2. Take the bus from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburgbus
3. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Polokwanebus
5d 3h
R 4,208–5,837

Entebbe (EBB) to Gateway International Airport (PTG) flights

13Weekly Planes

11h 51mAverage Duration

R 5,575Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,724.7 km
Duration: 11h 11m

What companies run services between Kampala, Uganda and Polokwane, South Africa?

Uganda Airlines, Airlink, and three other airlines fly from Entebbe (EBB) to Gateway International Airport (PTG) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kampala to Polokwane via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, Intercity Bus Terminus, Park Station, and Johannesburg in around 3d 14h.

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