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

The cheapest way to get from Kampala to Addis Ababa is to bus via Kampala which costs $70 - $110 and takes 37h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kampala to Addis Ababa is to drive which takes 31h 25m and costs $250 - $380.

Is there a direct bus between Kampala and Addis Ababa?

No, there is no direct bus from Kampala to Addis Ababa. However, there are services departing from Kampala and arriving at Addis Ababa via Koja and Nairobi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35h 29m.

How far is it from Kampala to Addis Ababa?

The distance between Kampala and Addis Ababa is 1266 km. The road distance is 1727.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kampala to Addis Ababa without a car is to bus which takes 35h 29m and costs $85 - $1,500.

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

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Kampala to Addis Ababa, including transfers.

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

Kampala to Addis Ababa bus services, operated by Bebeto Coaches, depart from Kampala station.

Where does the Kampala to Addis Ababa bus arrive?

Kampala to Addis Ababa bus services, operated by Bebeto Coaches, arrive at Nairobi station.

Can I drive from Kampala to Addis Ababa?

Yes, the driving distance between Kampala to Addis Ababa is 1728 km. It takes approximately 31h 25m to drive from Kampala to Addis Ababa.

Where can I stay near Addis Ababa?

There are 315+ hotels available in Addis Ababa.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Kampala to Addis Ababa by bus, plane, 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.

Bus, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Gapco - Post Office to Entebbe Townbus
2. Fly from Entebbe (EBB) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)plane EBB - ADD
6h 15m
Bus via Kampala #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kampala to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Addis Abababus
37h 37m
$71–103
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kampala to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Addis Abababus
35h 29m
$89–1,435
Drive 1,727.9 km
1. Drive from Kampala to Addis Ababacar 1,727.9 km
31h 25m
$259–373
Bus via Kampala
1. Take the bus from Kampala to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Addis Abababus
35h 38m
$79–107

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

30Weekly Planes

2h 31mAverage Duration

$245Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kampala to Addis Ababa.

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Distance: 1,265.9 km
Duration: 6h 15m

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

You can take a bus from Kampala to Addis Ababa via Nairobi, Koja, Eastleigh Terminal, and Nairobi in around 35h 29m.

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