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

The cheapest way to get from Mwanza to Kampala is to ferry and bus which costs $27 - $45 and takes 15h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mwanza to Kampala is to fly which takes 6h 36m and costs $290 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Mwanza and Kampala?

No, there is no direct bus from Mwanza to Kampala. However, there are services departing from Mwanza and arriving at Kampala via Nairobi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 5m.

How far is it from Mwanza to Kampala?

The distance between Mwanza and Kampala is 333 km. The road distance is 712.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Mwanza to Kampala without a car is to ferry and bus which takes 15h 32m and costs $27 - $45.

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

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

Where do I catch the Mwanza to Kampala bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Mwanza to Kampala?

The best way to get from Mwanza to Kampala is to fly which takes 6h 36m and costs $290 - $500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 24h 5m.

Where does the Mwanza to Kampala bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mwanza to Kampala?

Yes, the driving distance between Mwanza to Kampala is 712 km. It takes approximately 11h 10m to drive from Mwanza to Kampala.

Where can I stay near Kampala?

There are 1755+ hotels available in Kampala.

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

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

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Fly to Entebbe
best
1. Fly from Mwanza Airport (MWZ) to Entebbe (EBB)plane MWZ - EBB
6h 36m
$298–499
Ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Mwanza North Port to Bukobaferry
2. Take the bus from Bukoba to Kampalabus
15h 32m
$27–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mwanza to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kampalabus
24h 5m
Drive 712.5 km
1. Drive from Mwanza to Kampalacar 712.5 km
11h 10m
$107–154
Fly to Bukoba, bus
1. Fly from Mwanza Airport (MWZ) to Bukoba (BKZ)plane MWZ - BKZ
2. Take the bus from Bukoba to Kampalabus
7h 40m
$81–462

Mwanza Airport (MWZ) to Entebbe (EBB) flights

14Weekly Planes

4h 50mAverage Duration

$271Cheapest Price

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Distance: 333.1 km
Duration: 6h 36m

What companies run services between Mwanza, Tanzania and Kampala, Uganda?

Air Tanzania and Uganda Airlines fly from Mwanza Airport (MWZ) to Entebbe (EBB) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mwanza to Kampala via Nairobi in around 24h 5m.

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