What is the cheapest way to get from Mwanza to Burundi?

The cheapest way to get from Mwanza to Burundi is to ferry and bus which costs $45 - $130 and takes 28h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mwanza to Burundi?

The fastest way to get from Mwanza to Burundi is to fly which takes 5h 44m and costs $300 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Mwanza and Burundi?

No, there is no direct bus from Mwanza to Burundi. However, there are services departing from Mwanza and arriving at Bujumbura via Nairobi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41h 54m.

How far is it from Mwanza to Burundi?

The distance between Mwanza and Burundi is 608 km. The road distance is 561.7 km.

How do I travel from Mwanza to Burundi without a car?

The best way to get from Mwanza to Burundi without a car is to ferry and bus which takes 28h 32m and costs $45 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Mwanza to Burundi?

It takes approximately 6h 36m to get from Mwanza to Burundi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mwanza to Burundi bus from?

Mwanza to Burundi bus services, operated by Mozaico Coaches Ltd, depart from Mwanza station.

Bus or fly from Mwanza to Burundi?

The best way to get from Mwanza to Burundi is to fly which takes 5h 44m and costs $300 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $85 - $100 and takes 41h 54m.

Where does the Mwanza to Burundi bus arrive?

Mwanza to Burundi bus services, operated by Mozaico Coaches Ltd, arrive at Nairobi station.

What is the time difference between Mwanza and Burundi?

Burundi is 1h behind Mwanza. It is currently 7:53 PM in Mwanza and 6:53 PM in Burundi.

Can I drive from Mwanza to Burundi?

Yes, the driving distance between Mwanza to Burundi is 562 km. It takes approximately 10h 23m to drive from Mwanza to Burundi.

Where can I stay near Burundi?

There are 30+ hotels available in Burundi.

Mwanza to Burundi - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, ferry, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Mwanza to Burundi by plane, bus, ferry, or car

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Fly to Kigali International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Mwanza Airport (MWZ) to Kigali International Airport (KGL)plane MWZ - KGL
2. Take the bus from Nyabugogo Bus Stn to Bujumburabus
6h 36m
$402–692
Ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Mwanza North Port to Bukobaferry
2. Take the bus from Bukoba to Kampalabus
3. Take the bus from Trinity Bus Terminal to Nyabugogo Bus Stnbus
4. Take the bus from Nyabugogo Bus Stn to Bujumburabus
28h 32m
$47–126
Drive 561.7 km
1. Drive from Mwanza to Bujumburacar 561.7 km
10h 23m
$80–116
Fly to Bujumbura
1. Fly from Mwanza Airport (MWZ) to Bujumbura (BJM)plane MWZ - BJM
5h 44m
$301–715
Fly to Bukoba, drive
1. Fly from Mwanza Airport (MWZ) to Bukoba (BKZ)plane MWZ - BKZ
2. Drive from Bukoba (BKZ) to Giteranyicar
5h 59m
$114–525
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mwanza to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Bujumburabus
41h 54m
$87–96

Mwanza Airport (MWZ) to Kigali International Airport (KGL) flights

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1h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 608.3 km
Duration: 6h 36m

What companies run services between Mwanza, Tanzania and Burundi?

Charterlines, Inc. and Rwandair Express fly from Mwanza Airport (MWZ) to Bujumbura (BJM) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mwanza to Bujumbura via Nairobi and Bujumbura in around 41h 54m.

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