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

The cheapest way to get from Mwanza to Goma is to ferry and bus which costs $45 - $65 and takes 28h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mwanza to Goma is to fly and drive which takes 3h 57m and costs $410 - $750.

How far is it from Mwanza to Goma?

The distance between Mwanza and Goma is 492 km. The road distance is 634.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Mwanza to Goma without a car is to ferry and bus which takes 28h 54m and costs $45 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Mwanza to Goma, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Mwanza and Goma?

Goma is 1h behind Mwanza. It is currently 12:23 AM in Mwanza and 11:23 PM in Goma.

Can I drive from Mwanza to Goma?

Yes, the driving distance between Mwanza to Goma is 635 km. It takes approximately 12h 24m to drive from Mwanza to Goma.

Where can I stay near Goma?

There are 49+ hotels available in Goma.

Mwanza to Goma - 5 ways to travel via plane, car, ferry, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Mwanza to Goma by plane, car, ferry, or bus

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Fly, drive
best
1. Fly from Mwanza Airport (MWZ) to Kigali International Airport (KGL)plane MWZ - KGL
2. Drive from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Gomacar
3h 57m
$415–740
Ferry, bus via Goma
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Mwanza North Port to Bukobaferry
2. Take the bus from Bukoba to Kampalabus
3. Take the bus from Kampala to Gomabus
30h 32m
$41–63
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Mwanza North Port to Bukobaferry
2. Take the bus from Bukoba to Kampalabus
3. Take the bus from Jaguar Bus Terminal to Rond Point Terminusbus
28h 54m
$49–63
Drive 634.7 km
1. Drive from Mwanza to Gomacar 634.7 km
12h 24m
$79–114
Ferry, bus via Kabale
1. Take the ferry from Mwanza North Port to Bukobaferry
2. Take the bus from Bukoba to Kampalabus
3. Take the bus from Kampala to Kabalebus
4. Take the bus from Kabale to Gomabus
29h 2m
$52–72

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

14Weekly Planes

1h 40mAverage Duration

$194Cheapest Price

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Distance: 491.7 km
Duration: 3h 57m

What companies run services between Mwanza, Tanzania and Goma, Democratic Republic of the Congo?

There is no direct connection from Mwanza to Goma. However, you can take the taxi to Mwanza Airport (MWZ) airport, fly to Kigali International Airport (KGL), then drive to Goma. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Mwanza North Port to Rond Point Terminus via Bukoba, Bukoba, Kampala, and Jaguar Bus Terminal in around 28h 54m.

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