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

The cheapest way to get from Rwanda to Kampala is to bus which costs $6 - $65 and takes 7h.

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

The fastest way to get from Rwanda to Kampala is to fly and shuttle which takes 5h 27m and costs $210 - $280.

Is there a direct bus between Rwanda and Kampala?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nyabugogo Bus Stn and arriving at Trinity Bus Terminal. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Rwanda to Kampala?

The distance between Rwanda and Kampala is 495 km. The road distance is 499.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Rwanda to Kampala without a car is to bus which takes 7h and costs $6 - $65.

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

The bus from Nyabugogo Bus Stn to Trinity Bus Terminal takes 7h including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Rwanda to Kampala bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Rwanda to Kampala?

The best way to get from Rwanda to Kampala is to bus which takes 7h and costs $6 - $65. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $310 - $800 and takes 7h 48m.

Where does the Rwanda to Kampala bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Rwanda and Kampala?

Kampala is 1h ahead of Rwanda. It is currently 4:15 AM in Rwanda and 5:15 AM in Kampala.

Can I drive from Rwanda to Kampala?

Yes, the driving distance between Rwanda to Kampala is 499 km. It takes approximately 7h 13m to drive from Rwanda to Kampala.

Where can I stay near Kampala?

There are 1752+ hotels available in Kampala.

Rwanda to Kampala - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, plane, and shuttle

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There are 4 ways to get from Rwanda to Kampala by bus, car, plane, or shuttle

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Nyabugogo Bus Stn to Trinity Bus Terminalbus
7h
$6–65
Drive 499.5 km
1. Drive from Kigali to Kampalacar 499.5 km
7h 13m
$75–108
Fly from Kamembe International Airport
1. Fly from Kamembe International Airport (KME) to Entebbe (EBB)plane KME - EBB
7h 48m
$314–764
Fly from Kigali International Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Entebbe (EBB)plane KGL - EBB
2. Take a shuttle bus from Entebbe to Kampalashuttle
5h 27m
$215–275

Kamembe International Airport (KME) to Entebbe (EBB) flights

16Weekly Planes

7h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 495.1 km
Duration: 7h

What companies run services between Rwanda and Kampala, Uganda?

Trinity Express operates a bus from Nyabugogo Bus Stn to Trinity Bus Terminal 5 times a day. Tickets cost $20–65 and the journey takes 7h. Volcano Express Ltd also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, Rwandair Express, Uganda Airlines, and Safarilink fly from Kamembe International Airport (KME) to Entebbe (EBB) twice daily.

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