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

The cheapest way to get from Mbeya to Kampala is to bus via Mbeya which costs $67 - $68 and takes 42h.

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

The fastest way to get from Mbeya to Kampala is to fly which takes 21h 1m and costs $270 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Mbeya and Kampala?

No, there is no direct bus from Mbeya to Kampala. However, there are services departing from Mbeya and arriving at Kampala via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 54m.

How far is it from Mbeya to Kampala?

The distance between Mbeya and Kampala is 1047 km. The road distance is 1392.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Mbeya to Kampala without a car is to bus which takes 38h 54m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 21h 1m to get from Mbeya to Kampala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mbeya to Kampala bus from?

Mbeya to Kampala bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, depart from Mbeya station.

Bus or fly from Mbeya to Kampala?

The best way to get from Mbeya to Kampala is to fly which takes 21h 1m and costs $270 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 38h 54m.

Where does the Mbeya to Kampala bus arrive?

Mbeya to Kampala bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, arrive at Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Mbeya to Kampala?

Yes, the driving distance between Mbeya to Kampala is 1392 km. It takes approximately 30h 36m to drive from Mbeya to Kampala.

Where can I stay near Kampala?

There are 1929+ hotels available in Kampala.

Mbeya to Kampala - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Mbeya to Kampala by plane, bus, car, or train

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 Entebbe
best
1. Fly from Mbeya Airport (MBI) to Entebbe (EBB)plane MBI - EBB
21h 1m
$271–762
Bus via Mbeya
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mbeya to Dar es Salaambus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Kampalabus
42h
$67
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mbeya to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Kampalabus
38h 54m
Drive 1,392.1 km
1. Drive from Mbeya to Kampalacar 1,392.1 km
30h 36m
$208–301
Fly to Bukoba, bus
1. Fly from Mbeya Airport (MBI) to Bukoba (BKZ)plane MBI - BKZ
2. Take the bus from Bukoba to Kampalabus
25h 56m
$256–674
Bus via Dar es Salaam
1. Take the bus from Mbeya to Dar es Salaambus
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Kampalabus
46h 20m
$77–102
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Mbeya to Dar es salaamtrain
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Kampalabus
2d
$72–78

Mbeya Airport (MBI) to Entebbe (EBB) flights

4Weekly Planes

17h 37mAverage Duration

$257Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Mbeya to Kampala.

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Distance: 1,047 km
Duration: 21h 1m

What companies run services between Mbeya, Tanzania and Kampala, Uganda?

Air Tanzania and Uganda Airlines fly from Mbeya Airport (MBI) to Entebbe (EBB) 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mbeya to Kampala via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal in around 38h 54m.

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