What is the cheapest way to get from Kigali to Arua?

The cheapest way to get from Kigali to Arua is to bus which costs $16 - $75 and takes 15h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kigali to Arua?

The fastest way to get from Kigali to Arua is to fly which takes 6h 48m and costs $45 - $300.

Is there a direct bus between Kigali and Arua?

No, there is no direct bus from Kigali to Arua. However, there are services departing from Nyabugogo Bus Stn and arriving at Arua via National Mosque and Kampala. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 17m.

How far is it from Kigali to Arua?

The distance between Kigali and Arua is 578 km. The road distance is 812 km.

How do I travel from Kigali to Arua without a car?

The best way to get from Kigali to Arua without a car is to bus which takes 15h 17m and costs $16 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Kigali to Arua?

It takes approximately 6h 48m to get from Kigali to Arua, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kigali to Arua bus from?

Kigali to Arua bus services, operated by Trinity Express, depart from Nyabugogo Bus Stn station.

Bus or fly from Kigali to Arua?

The best way to get from Kigali to Arua is to fly which takes 6h 48m and costs $45 - $300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $16 - $75 and takes 15h 17m.

Where does the Kigali to Arua bus arrive?

Kigali to Arua bus services, operated by Trinity Express, arrive at Trinity Bus Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Kigali and Arua?

Arua is 1h ahead of Kigali. It is currently 8:18 AM in Kigali and 9:18 AM in Arua.

Can I drive from Kigali to Arua?

Yes, the driving distance between Kigali to Arua is 812 km. It takes approximately 13h 53m to drive from Kigali to Arua.

Where can I stay near Arua?

There are 12+ hotels available in Arua.

Kigali to Arua - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Kigali to Arua 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 Kigali to Arua
best
1. Fly from Kigali (KGL) to Arua (RUA)plane KGL - RUA
6h 48m
$49–295
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nyabugogo Bus Stn to Trinity Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Kampala to Aruabus
15h 17m
$17–71
Drive 812 km
1. Drive from Kigali to Aruacar 812 km
13h 53m
$122–176
Fly Kigali to Entebbe, bus
1. Fly from Kigali (KGL) to Entebbe (EBB)plane KGL - EBB
2. Take the bus from Kampala to Aruabus
12h 2m
$197–312
Bus to Entebbe, fly to Arua
1. Take the bus from Nyabugogo Bus Stn to Trinity Bus Terminalbus
2. Fly from Entebbe (EBB) to Arua (RUA)plane EBB - RUA
11h 13m
$51–356

Kigali (KGL) to Arua (RUA) flights

4Weekly Planes

5h 16mAverage Duration

$46Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 577.7 km
Duration: 6h 48m

What companies run services between Kigali, Rwanda and Arua, Uganda?

Egyptair, Eagle Air Uganda, and Turkish Airlines fly from Kigali (KGL) to Arua (RUA) 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nyabugogo Bus Stn to Arua via Trinity Bus Terminal, National Mosque, New Taxi Park - Kk Trust Hotel, and Kampala in around 15h 17m.

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