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

The cheapest way to get from Lubumbashi to Kampala is to bus which costs $115 and takes 2 days 11h.

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

The fastest way to get from Lubumbashi to Kampala is to fly which takes 9h 23m and costs $460 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Lubumbashi and Kampala?

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

How far is it from Lubumbashi to Kampala?

The distance between Lubumbashi and Kampala is 1456 km. The road distance is 2207 km.

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

The best way to get from Lubumbashi to Kampala without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 11h and costs $115.

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

It takes approximately 9h 23m to get from Lubumbashi to Kampala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lubumbashi to Kampala bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Lubumbashi to Kampala?

The best way to get from Lubumbashi to Kampala is to fly which takes 9h 23m and costs $460 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $115 and takes 2 days 11h.

Where does the Lubumbashi to Kampala bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Lubumbashi and Kampala?

Kampala is 1h ahead of Lubumbashi. It is currently 1:34 AM in Lubumbashi and 2:34 AM in Kampala.

Can I drive from Lubumbashi to Kampala?

Yes, the driving distance between Lubumbashi to Kampala is 2207 km. It takes approximately 38h 32m to drive from Lubumbashi to Kampala.

Where can I stay near Kampala?

There are 1697+ hotels available in Kampala.

Lubumbashi to Kampala - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Lubumbashi to Kampala by plane, bus, car, or train

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Fly from Lubumbashi International Airport
best
1. Fly from Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to Entebbe (EBB)plane FBM - EBB
9h 23m
$468–681
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lubumbashi to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Kampalabus
2d 11h
$114
Drive 2,207 km
1. Drive from Lubumbashi to Kampalacar 2,207 km
38h 32m
$330–477
Drive to Ndola, fly
1. Drive from Lubumbashi to Ndola (NLA)car
2. Fly from Ndola (NLA) to Entebbe (EBB)plane NLA - EBB
11h 6m
$301–767
Bus via Dar es Salaam
1. Take the bus from Lubumbashi to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Kampalabus
2d 15h
$124–149
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lubumbashi to Mbeyabus
2. Take the train from Mbeya to Dar es salaamtrain
3. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Kampalabus
2d 17h

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

15Weekly Planes

9h 4mAverage Duration

$278Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,455.9 km
Duration: 9h 23m

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

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

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