What is the cheapest way to get from South Africa to Kampala?

The cheapest way to get from South Africa to Kampala is to bus via Lusaka which costs $170 - $210 and takes 3 days 4h.

What is the fastest way to get from South Africa to Kampala?

The fastest way to get from South Africa to Kampala is to fly which takes 6h 44m and costs $250 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between South Africa and Kampala?

No, there is no direct bus from South Africa to Kampala. However, there are services departing from Johannesburg and arriving at Kampala via Intercity Bus Terminus and Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 4h.

How far is it from South Africa to Kampala?

The distance between South Africa and Kampala is 3012 km. The road distance is 3946.7 km.

How do I travel from South Africa to Kampala without a car?

The best way to get from South Africa to Kampala without a car is to bus via Lusaka which takes 3 days 4h and costs $170 - $210.

How long does it take to get from South Africa to Kampala?

It takes approximately 6h 44m to get from South Africa to Kampala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Africa to Kampala bus from?

South Africa to Kampala bus services, operated by Shalom Bus Services, depart from Johannesburg station.

Bus or fly from South Africa to Kampala?

The best way to get from South Africa to Kampala is to fly which takes 6h 44m and costs $250 - $360. Alternatively, you can bus via Lusaka, which costs $170 - $210 and takes 3 days 4h.

Where does the South Africa to Kampala bus arrive?

South Africa to Kampala bus services, operated by Shalom Bus Services, arrive at Lusaka station.

What is the time difference between South Africa and Kampala?

Kampala is 1h ahead of South Africa. It is currently 12:33 AM in South Africa and 1:33 AM in Kampala.

Can I drive from South Africa to Kampala?

Yes, the driving distance between South Africa to Kampala is 3947 km. It takes approximately 2 days 10h to drive from South Africa to Kampala.

Where can I stay near Kampala?

There are 1847+ hotels available in Kampala.

South Africa to Kampala - 7 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from South Africa to Kampala by plane, bus, or car

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Fly from Johannesburg International Airport
best
1. Fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Entebbe (EBB)plane JNB - EBB
6h 44m
$258–353
Bus via Lusaka
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Lusakabus
2. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Kampalabus
3d 4h
$175–210
Drive 3,946.7 km
1. Drive from Johannesburg to Kampalacar 3,946.7 km
2d 10h
$590–852
Fly from Pietermaritzburg
1. Fly from Pietermaritzburg (PZB) to Entebbe (EBB)plane PZB - EBB
8h 47m
$356–866
Fly from Port Elizabeth
1. Fly from Port Elizabeth (PLZ) to Entebbe (EBB)plane PLZ - EBB
8h 58m
$328–818
Bus
1. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Dar Es Salaambus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Kampalabus
4d 17h
$233–296
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Dar Es Salaambus
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Kampalabus
4d 21h
$238–331

Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Entebbe (EBB) flights

44Weekly Planes

6h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 3,011.6 km
Duration: 6h 44m

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

Uganda Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Entebbe (EBB) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Johannesburg to Kampala via Lusaka, Intercity Bus Terminus, and Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal in around 3d 4h.

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