What is the cheapest way to get from Rusumo (River) to Mbeya?

The cheapest way to get from Rusumo (River) to Mbeya is to bus via Mbeya which costs $73 - $78 and takes 2 days 3h.

What is the fastest way to get from Rusumo (River) to Mbeya?

The fastest way to get from Rusumo (River) to Mbeya is to taxi and fly which takes 7h 13m and costs $350 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Rusumo (River) and Mbeya?

No, there is no direct bus from Rusumo (River) to Mbeya. However, there are services departing from Katuna and arriving at Mbeya via Numak Complex, Kampala and Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 0h.

How far is it from Rusumo (River) to Mbeya?

The distance between Rusumo (River) and Mbeya is 936 km. The road distance is 1159.1 km.

How long does it take to get from Rusumo (River) to Mbeya?

It takes approximately 7h 13m to get from Rusumo (River) to Mbeya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rusumo (River) to Mbeya bus from?

Rusumo (River) to Mbeya bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, depart from Katuna station.

Where does the Rusumo (River) to Mbeya bus arrive?

Rusumo (River) to Mbeya bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, arrive at Kampala station.

What is the time difference between Rusumo (River) and Mbeya?

Mbeya is 1h ahead of Rusumo (River). It is currently 11:08 PM in Rusumo (River) and 12:08 AM in Mbeya.

Can I drive from Rusumo (River) to Mbeya?

Yes, the driving distance between Rusumo (River) to Mbeya is 1159 km. It takes approximately 29h 24m to drive from Rusumo (River) to Mbeya.

Where can I stay near Mbeya?

There are 22+ hotels available in Mbeya.

Rusumo (River) to Mbeya - 7 ways to travel via taxi, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Rusumo (River) to Mbeya by taxi, plane, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Taxi to Kigali International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Rusumo (River) to Kigali International Airport (KGL)taxi
2. Fly from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane KGL - MBI
7h 13m
$354–814
Bus via Mbeya
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Katuna to Kampalabus
2. Take the bus from Kampala to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Mbeyabus
2d 3h
$73–77
Bus
1. Take the bus from Katuna to Kampalabus
2. Take the bus from Kampala to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Mbeyabus
2d
Drive 1,159.1 km
1. Drive from Rusumo (River) to Mbeyacar 1,159.1 km
29h 24m
$150–216
Drive to Kihihi Airport, fly
1. Drive from Rusumo (River) to Kihihi Airport (KHX)car
2. Fly from Kihihi Airport (KHX) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane KHX - MBI
30h 22m
$311–831
Drive to Bukoba, fly
1. Drive from Rusumo (River) to Bukoba (BKZ)car
2. Fly from Bukoba (BKZ) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane BKZ - MBI
37h 19m
$392–860
Drive, bus
1. Drive from Rusumo (River) to Kabalecar
2. Take the bus from Kabale to Kampalabus
3. Take the bus from Kampala to Dar es Salaambus
4. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Mbeyabus
2d 8h
$89–125

Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Mbeya Airport (MBI) flights

13Weekly Planes

6h 38mAverage Duration

$301Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Rusumo (River) to Mbeya.

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Distance: 936.3 km
Duration: 7h 13m

What companies run services between Rusumo (River), Northern Province, Rwanda and Mbeya, Tanzania?

You can take a vehicle from Rusumo (River) to Mbeya via Katuna, Kampala, Numak Complex, Kisenyi Taxi Park, Kampala, and Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal in around 2d.

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