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

The cheapest way to get from Kigali to Mbeya is to bus via Mbeya which costs $70 - $130 and takes 2 days 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Kigali to Mbeya is to fly which takes 7h 58m and costs $300 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Kigali and Mbeya?

No, there is no direct bus from Kigali to Mbeya. However, there are services departing from Nyabugogo Bus Stn and arriving at Mbeya via Numak Complex, Kampala and Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46h 57m.

How far is it from Kigali to Mbeya?

The distance between Kigali and Mbeya is 869 km. The road distance is 1098.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kigali to Mbeya without a car is to bus which takes 46h 57m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 58m to get from Kigali to Mbeya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kigali to Mbeya bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Kigali to Mbeya?

The best way to get from Kigali to Mbeya is to fly which takes 7h 58m and costs $300 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 46h 57m.

Where does the Kigali to Mbeya bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Kigali and Mbeya?

Mbeya is 1h ahead of Kigali. It is currently 4:03 PM in Kigali and 5:03 PM in Mbeya.

Can I drive from Kigali to Mbeya?

Yes, the driving distance between Kigali to Mbeya is 1098 km. It takes approximately 28h 4m to drive from Kigali to Mbeya.

Where can I stay near Mbeya?

There are 22+ hotels available in Mbeya.

Kigali to Mbeya - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Kigali to Mbeya by plane, bus, or car

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Fly from Kigali International Airport
best
1. Fly from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane KGL - MBI
7h 58m
$301–751
Bus via Mbeya
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nyabugogo Bus Stn to Trinity Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Kampala to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Mbeyabus
2d 2h
$73–129
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nyabugogo Bus Stn to Trinity Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Kampala to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Mbeyabus
46h 57m
Drive 1,098.4 km
1. Drive from Kigali to Mbeyacar 1,098.4 km
28h 4m
$142–205
Drive to Kihihi Airport, fly
1. Drive from Kigali to Kihihi Airport (KHX)car
2. Fly from Kihihi Airport (KHX) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane KHX - MBI
30h 27m
$319–841
Bus via Dar es Salaam
1. Take the bus from Nyabugogo Bus Stn to Trinity Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Kampala to Dar es Salaambus
3. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Mbeyabus
2d 6h
$83–164

Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Mbeya Airport (MBI) flights

10Weekly Planes

6h 38mAverage Duration

$301Cheapest Price

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Distance: 869.1 km
Duration: 7h 58m

What companies run services between Kigali, Rwanda and Mbeya, Tanzania?

Rwandair Express, Air Tanzania, and Kenya Airways fly from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Mbeya Airport (MBI) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nyabugogo Bus Stn to Mbeya via Trinity Bus Terminal, Numak Complex, Kisenyi Taxi Park, Kampala, and Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal in around 46h 57m.

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