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

The cheapest way to get from Addis Ababa to Rwanda is to bus which costs $100 - $160 and takes 43h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Addis Ababa to Rwanda is to fly which takes 5h 35m and costs $230 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Addis Ababa and Rwanda?

No, there is no direct bus from Addis Ababa to Rwanda. However, there are services departing from Addis Ababa and arriving at Nyabugogo Bus Park via Eastleigh Terminal and Duruma Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43h 39m.

How far is it from Addis Ababa to Rwanda?

The distance between Addis Ababa and Rwanda is 1568 km. The road distance is 2165.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Addis Ababa to Rwanda without a car is to bus which takes 43h 39m and costs $100 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Addis Ababa to Rwanda, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Addis Ababa to Rwanda?

The best way to get from Addis Ababa to Rwanda is to fly which takes 5h 59m and costs $300 - $410. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $160 and takes 43h 39m.

Where does the Addis Ababa to Rwanda bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Addis Ababa and Rwanda?

Rwanda is 1h behind Addis Ababa. It is currently 5:20 AM in Addis Ababa and 4:20 AM in Rwanda.

Can I drive from Addis Ababa to Rwanda?

Yes, the driving distance between Addis Ababa to Rwanda is 2166 km. It takes approximately 39h 19m to drive from Addis Ababa to Rwanda.

Where can I stay near Rwanda?

There are 887+ hotels available in Rwanda.

Addis Ababa to Rwanda - 7 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Addis Ababa to Rwanda by plane, 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 to Kigali
best
1. Fly from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Kigali (KGL)plane ADD - KGL
5h 59m
$300–406
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Addis Ababa to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Duruma Rd to Nyabugogo Bus Parkbus
43h 39m
$109–154
Drive 2,165.6 km
1. Drive from Addis Ababa to Kigalicar 2,165.6 km
39h 19m
$279–403
Fly to Kamembe
1. Fly from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Kamembe (KME)plane ADD - KME
11h 50m
$262–817
Fly to Goma International Airport
1. Fly from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Goma International Airport (GOM)plane ADD - GOM
5h 35m
$231–873
Fly to Bujumbura, drive
1. Fly from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Bujumbura (BJM)plane ADD - BJM
2. Drive from Bujumbura (BJM) to Butarecar
7h 41m
$327–1,180
Bus via Kigali
1. Take the bus from Addis Ababa to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kigalibus
44h 27m
$123–141

Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Kigali (KGL) flights

24Weekly Planes

3h 30mAverage Duration

$216Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Addis Ababa to Rwanda.

Launch map view

Distance: 1,567.7 km
Duration: 5h 59m

What companies run services between Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and Rwanda?

Ethiopian Airlines and Kenya Airways fly from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Kigali (KGL) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Addis Ababa to Nyabugogo Bus Park via Nairobi, Eastleigh Terminal, Koja, and Duruma Rd in around 43h 39m.

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