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

The cheapest way to get from Polokwane to Kampala is to bus via Lusaka which costs $180 - $230 and takes 3 days 10h.

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

The fastest way to get from Polokwane to Kampala is to fly which takes 8h 22m and costs $310 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Polokwane and Kampala?

No, there is no direct bus from Polokwane to Kampala. However, there are services departing from Polokwane and arriving at Kampala via Johannesburg, Intercity Bus Terminus and Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 10h.

How far is it from Polokwane to Kampala?

The distance between Polokwane and Kampala is 2726 km. The road distance is 3632.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Polokwane to Kampala without a car is to bus via Lusaka which takes 3 days 10h and costs $180 - $230.

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

It takes approximately 8h 22m to get from Polokwane to Kampala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Polokwane to Kampala bus from?

Polokwane to Kampala bus services, operated by TransLux Express, depart from Polokwane station.

Bus or fly from Polokwane to Kampala?

The best way to get from Polokwane to Kampala is to fly which takes 8h 22m and costs $310 - $850. Alternatively, you can bus via Lusaka, which costs $180 - $230 and takes 3 days 10h.

Where does the Polokwane to Kampala bus arrive?

Polokwane to Kampala bus services, operated by TransLux Express, arrive at Johannesburg station.

What is the time difference between Polokwane and Kampala?

Kampala is 1h ahead of Polokwane. It is currently 8:21 AM in Polokwane and 9:21 AM in Kampala.

Can I drive from Polokwane to Kampala?

Yes, the driving distance between Polokwane to Kampala is 3632 km. It takes approximately 2 days 7h to drive from Polokwane to Kampala.

Where can I stay near Kampala?

There are 1608+ hotels available in Kampala.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Gateway International Airport (PTG) to Entebbe (EBB)plane PTG - EBB
8h 22m
$319–820
Bus via Lusaka
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Polokwane to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Lusakabus
3. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
4. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Kampalabus
3d 10h
$185–226
Drive 3,632.3 km
1. Drive from Polokwane to Kampalacar 3,632.3 km
2d 7h
$586–846
Bus
1. Take the bus from Polokwane to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Dar Es Salaambus
3. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Kampalabus
4d 23h
$244–311
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Polokwane to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Dar Es Salaambus
3. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Kampalabus
5d 3h
$254–346

Gateway International Airport (PTG) to Entebbe (EBB) flights

9Weekly Planes

8h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 2,726.3 km
Duration: 8h 22m

What companies run services between Polokwane, South Africa and Kampala, Uganda?

Airlink, Uganda Airlines, and Rwandair Express fly from Gateway International Airport (PTG) to Entebbe (EBB) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Polokwane to Kampala via Johannesburg, Johannesburg, Lusaka, Intercity Bus Terminus, and Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal in around 3d 10h.

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