What is the cheapest way to get from Uganda to Kigoma?

The cheapest way to get from Uganda to Kigoma is to bus and train which costs $75 - $120 and takes 3 days 1h.

What is the fastest way to get from Uganda to Kigoma?

The fastest way to get from Uganda to Kigoma is to fly and drive which takes 7h 59m and costs $190 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Uganda and Kigoma?

No, there is no direct bus from Uganda to Kigoma. However, there are services departing from Kampala and arriving at Kigoma via Dar es Salaam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46h 50m.

How far is it from Uganda to Kigoma?

The distance between Uganda and Kigoma is 679 km. The road distance is 853.6 km.

How do I travel from Uganda to Kigoma without a car?

The best way to get from Uganda to Kigoma without a car is to bus which takes 46h 50m and costs $80 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Uganda to Kigoma?

It takes approximately 13h 17m to get from Uganda to Kigoma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Uganda to Kigoma bus from?

Uganda to Kigoma bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, depart from Kampala station.

Bus or fly from Uganda to Kigoma?

The best way to get from Uganda to Kigoma is to fly which takes 13h 17m and costs $280 - $850. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 - $95 and takes 46h 50m.

Where does the Uganda to Kigoma bus arrive?

Uganda to Kigoma bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, arrive at Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Uganda to Kigoma?

Yes, the driving distance between Uganda to Kigoma is 854 km. It takes approximately 12h 51m to drive from Uganda to Kigoma.

Where can I stay near Kigoma?

There are five+ hotels available in Kigoma.

Uganda to Kigoma - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Uganda to Kigoma by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly Entebbe to Kigoma
best
1. Fly from Entebbe (EBB) to Kigoma (TKQ)plane EBB - TKQ
13h 17m
$285–806
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kampala to Dar es Salaambus
2. Take the train from Dar es Salaam to Kigomatrain
3d 1h
$79–120
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kampala to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Kigomabus
46h 50m
$83–91
Drive 853.6 km
1. Drive from Buganda to Kigomacar 853.6 km
12h 51m
$128–185
Fly Entebbe to Bujumbura, drive
1. Fly from Entebbe (EBB) to Bujumbura (BJM)plane EBB - BJM
2. Drive from Bujumbura (BJM) to Kigomacar
7h 59m
$190–390
Bus, bus to Kigali International Airport, fly to Bujumbura, drive
1. Take the bus from Mbarara to Kabalebus
2. Take the bus from Katuna to Kigalibus
3. Fly from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Bujumbura (BJM)plane KGL - BJM
4. Drive from Bujumbura (BJM) to Kigomacar
10h 29m

Entebbe (EBB) to Kigoma (TKQ) flights

10Weekly Planes

12h 48mAverage Duration

$285Cheapest Price

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Distance: 678.6 km
Duration: 13h 17m

What companies run services between Uganda and Kigoma, Tanzania?

Uganda Airlines, Air Tanzania, and Kenya Airways fly from Entebbe (EBB) to Kigoma (TKQ) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Buganda to Kigoma via Kampala, Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, and Dar es Salaam in around 46h 50m.

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