What is the cheapest way to get from Addis Ababa to Goma?

The cheapest way to get from Addis Ababa to Goma is to bus and drive which costs $120 - $190 and takes 46h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Addis Ababa to Goma?

The fastest way to get from Addis Ababa to Goma is to fly which takes 5h 29m and costs $230 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Addis Ababa and Goma?

No, there is no direct bus from Addis Ababa to Goma. However, there are services departing from Addis Ababa and arriving at Rond Point Terminus via Eastleigh Terminal, Nairobi, Chief Magistrate's Court and Jaguar Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 1h.

How far is it from Addis Ababa to Goma?

The distance between Addis Ababa and Goma is 1596 km. The road distance is 2120 km.

How do I travel from Addis Ababa to Goma without a car?

The best way to get from Addis Ababa to Goma without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 1h and costs $110 - $1,500.

How long does it take to get from Addis Ababa to Goma?

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Addis Ababa to Goma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Addis Ababa to Goma bus from?

Addis Ababa to Goma bus services, operated by Abyssinia Luxury, depart from Addis Ababa station.

Bus or fly from Addis Ababa to Goma?

The best way to get from Addis Ababa to Goma is to fly which takes 5h 29m and costs $230 - $900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $1,500 and takes 2 days 1h.

Where does the Addis Ababa to Goma bus arrive?

Addis Ababa to Goma bus services, operated by Abyssinia Luxury, arrive at Nairobi station.

What is the time difference between Addis Ababa and Goma?

Goma is 1h behind Addis Ababa. It is currently 2:17 AM in Addis Ababa and 1:17 AM in Goma.

Can I drive from Addis Ababa to Goma?

Yes, the driving distance between Addis Ababa to Goma is 2120 km. It takes approximately 41h 17m to drive from Addis Ababa to Goma.

Where can I stay near Goma?

There are 58+ hotels available in Goma.

Addis Ababa to Goma - 8 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and ferry

There are 8 ways to get from Addis Ababa to Goma by plane, bus, car, or ferry

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

Fly to Goma International Airport
best
1. Fly from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Goma International Airport (GOM)plane ADD - GOM
5h 29m
$230–900
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Addis Ababa to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kampalabus
3. Take the bus from Jaguar Bus Terminal to Rond Point Terminusbus
2d 1h
$112–1,497
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Addis Ababa to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Duruma Rd to Nyabugogo Bus Parkbus
3. Drive from Nyabugogo Bus Park to Gomacar
46h 4m
$129–184
Drive 2,120 km
1. Drive from Addis Ababa to Gomacar 2,120 km
41h 17m
$136–196
Fly to Kigali, drive
1. Fly from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Kigali (KGL)plane ADD - KGL
2. Drive from Kigali (KGL) to Gomacar
7h 47m
$320–440
Fly to Kamembe, ferry
1. Fly from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Kamembe (KME)plane ADD - KME
2. Take the ferry from Bukavu to Gomaferry
15h 56m
$324–877
Bus via Kabale
1. Take the bus from Addis Ababa to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kampalabus
3. Take the bus from Kampala to Kabalebus
4. Take the bus from Kabale to Gomabus
2d 1h
Bus via Goma
1. Take the bus from Addis Ababa to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kampalabus
3. Take the bus from Kampala to Gomabus
2d 2h
$112–1,497

Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Goma International Airport (GOM) flights

4Weekly Planes

2h 50mAverage Duration

$237Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Addis Ababa to Goma.

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Distance: 1,596 km
Duration: 5h 29m

What companies run services between Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and Goma, Democratic Republic of the Congo?

Ethiopian Airlines flies from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Goma International Airport (GOM) 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Addis Ababa to Rond Point Terminus via Nairobi, Eastleigh Terminal, Koja, Nairobi, Kampala, Chief Magistrate's Court, Numak Complex, and Jaguar Bus Terminal in around 2d 1h.

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