What is the cheapest way to get from Kigali to Durban?

The cheapest way to get from Kigali to Durban is to bus which costs R 4 300 - R 7 500 and takes 5 days 13h.

What is the fastest way to get from Kigali to Durban?

The fastest way to get from Kigali to Durban is to fly which takes 10h 10m and costs R 5 000 - R 14 000.

Is there a direct bus between Kigali and Durban?

No, there is no direct bus from Kigali to Durban. However, there are services departing from Nyabugogo Bus Park and arriving at Durban Bus Stn via Nairobi, Dar Es Salaam, Cbd and Johannesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5 days 13h.

How far is it from Kigali to Durban?

The distance between Kigali and Durban is 3119 km.

How do I travel from Kigali to Durban without a car?

The best way to get from Kigali to Durban without a car is to bus via Nairobi which takes 5 days 13h and costs R 4 500 - R 7 000.

How long does it take to get from Kigali to Durban?

It takes approximately 10h 10m to get from Kigali to Durban, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kigali to Durban bus from?

Kigali to Durban bus services, operated by Trinity Express, depart from Nyabugogo Bus Park station.

Bus or fly from Kigali to Durban?

The best way to get from Kigali to Durban is to fly which takes 10h 10m and costs R 5 000 - R 14 000. Alternatively, you can bus via Nairobi, which costs R 4 500 - R 7 000 and takes 5 days 13h.

Where does the Kigali to Durban bus arrive?

Kigali to Durban bus services, operated by Trinity Express, arrive at Duruma Rd station.

Where can I stay near Durban?

There are 2206+ hotels available in Durban.

Kigali to Durban - 4 ways to travel via plane, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Kigali to Durban by plane, bus (Greyhound), or bus

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Fly to King Shaka International Airport
best
1. Fly from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)plane KGL - DUR
10h 10m
R 5,251–13,291
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nyabugogo Bus Stn to Trinity Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Kampala to Dar es Salaambus
3. Take the bus from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburgbus
4. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Durban Bus Stnbus
5d 13h
R 4,316–7,185
Bus via Nairobi
1. Take the bus from Nyabugogo Bus Park to Duruma Rdbus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Dar es Salaambus
3. Take the bus from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburgbus
4. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Durban Bus Stnbus
5d 13h
R 4,499–6,676
Fly to Pietermaritzburg, bus
1. Fly from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Pietermaritzburg (PZB)plane KGL - PZB
2. Take the bus from Burger St to Durban Bus Stnbus
12h 21m
R 5,116–14,471

Kigali International Airport (KGL) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR) flights

38Weekly Planes

10h 15mAverage Duration

R 5,071Cheapest Price

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Distance: 3,119.4 km
Duration: 10h 10m

What companies run services between Kigali, Rwanda and Durban, South Africa?

Rwandair Express, Airlink, and four other airlines fly from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nyabugogo Bus Park to Durban Bus Stn via Duruma Rd, Nairobi, Dar es Salaam, Dar Es Salaam, Johannesburg, Cbd, and Johannesburg in around 5d 13h.

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