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

The cheapest way to get from Addis Ababa to Kampala is to bus via Kampala which costs $75 - $110 and takes 37h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Addis Ababa to Kampala is to fly and shuttle which takes 6h 51m and costs $290 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between Addis Ababa and Kampala?

No, there is no direct bus from Addis Ababa to Kampala. However, there are services departing from Addis Ababa and arriving at Kampala via Eastleigh Terminal and Nairobi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33h 49m.

How far is it from Addis Ababa to Kampala?

The distance between Addis Ababa and Kampala is 1267 km. The road distance is 1727 km.

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

The best way to get from Addis Ababa to Kampala without a car is to bus which takes 33h 49m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 51m to get from Addis Ababa to Kampala, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Addis Ababa to Kampala bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Addis Ababa to Kampala?

Yes, the driving distance between Addis Ababa to Kampala is 1727 km. It takes approximately 31h 25m to drive from Addis Ababa to Kampala.

Where can I stay near Kampala?

There are 1929+ hotels available in Kampala.

Addis Ababa to Kampala - 5 ways to travel via plane, shuttle, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Addis Ababa to Kampala by plane, shuttle, bus, or car

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

Fly, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Entebbe (EBB)plane ADD - EBB
2. Take a shuttle bus from Entebbe to Kampalashuttle
6h 51m
$292–486
Bus via Kampala #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Addis Ababa to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kampalabus
37h 37m
$78–108
Bus
1. Take the bus from Addis Ababa to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kampalabus
33h 49m
Drive 1,727 km
1. Drive from Addis Ababa to Kampalacar 1,727 km
31h 25m
$258–373
Bus via Kampala
1. Take the bus from Addis Ababa to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kampalabus
35h 38m
$82–108

Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Entebbe (EBB) flights

29Weekly Planes

2h 43mAverage Duration

$317Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Addis Ababa to Kampala.

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Distance: 1,266.7 km
Duration: 6h 51m

What companies run services between Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and Kampala, Uganda?

You can take a bus from Addis Ababa to Kampala via Nairobi, Eastleigh Terminal, Koja, and Nairobi in around 33h 49m.

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