What is the cheapest way to get from Rwanda to Johannesburg?

The cheapest way to get from Rwanda to Johannesburg is to bus via Lusaka which costs R 3 200 - R 4 200 and takes 3 days 16h.

What is the fastest way to get from Rwanda to Johannesburg?

The fastest way to get from Rwanda to Johannesburg is to fly which takes 6h 27m and costs R 4 600 - R 5 500.

Is there a direct bus between Rwanda and Johannesburg?

No, there is no direct bus from Rwanda to Johannesburg station. However, there are services departing from Nyabugogo Bus Stn and arriving at Park Station via Numak Complex, Kampala, Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal and Intercity Bus Terminus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 16h.

How far is it from Rwanda to Johannesburg?

The distance between Rwanda and Johannesburg is 2658 km.

How do I travel from Rwanda to Johannesburg without a car?

The best way to get from Rwanda to Johannesburg without a car is to bus via Lusaka which takes 3 days 16h and costs R 3 200 - R 4 200.

How long does it take to get from Rwanda to Johannesburg?

It takes approximately 18h 33m to get from Rwanda to Johannesburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rwanda to Johannesburg bus from?

Rwanda to Johannesburg bus services, operated by Trinity Express, depart from Nyabugogo Bus Stn station.

Bus or fly from Rwanda to Johannesburg?

The best way to get from Rwanda to Johannesburg is to fly which takes 18h 33m and costs R 5 000 - R 15 000. Alternatively, you can bus via Lusaka, which costs R 3 200 - R 4 200 and takes 3 days 16h.

Where does the Rwanda to Johannesburg bus arrive?

Rwanda to Johannesburg bus services, operated by Trinity Express, arrive at Trinity Bus Terminal station.

Where can I stay near Johannesburg?

There are 4956+ hotels available in Johannesburg.

Rwanda to Johannesburg - 5 ways to travel via plane, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Rwanda to Johannesburg by plane or bus

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Fly from Kamembe International Airport
best
1. Fly from Kamembe International Airport (KME) to Johannesburg International Airport (JNB)plane KME - JNB
18h 33m
R 5,350–14,430
Bus via Lusaka
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nyabugogo Bus Stn to Trinity Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Kampala to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Intercity Bus Terminusbus
4. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Park Stationbus
3d 16h
R 3,271–4,143
Fly from Kigali International Airport
1. Fly from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Johannesburg International Airport (JNB)plane KGL - JNB
6h 27m
R 4,661–5,441
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nyabugogo Bus Park to Duruma Rdbus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Dar es Salaambus
3. Take the bus from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburgbus
5d 5h
R 4,103–5,972
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Nyabugogo Bus Stn to Trinity Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Kampala to Dar es Salaambus
3. Take the bus from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburgbus
5d 5h
R 3,961–6,387

Kamembe International Airport (KME) to Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) flights

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18h 10mAverage Duration

R 5,453Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,658.3 km
Duration: 18h 33m

What companies run services between Rwanda and Johannesburg, South Africa?

Rwandair Express flies from Kamembe International Airport (KME) to Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nyabugogo Bus Stn to Park Station via Trinity Bus Terminal, Numak Complex, Kisenyi Taxi Park, Kampala, Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, and Intercity Bus Terminus in around 3d 16h.

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