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 $66 - $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 11h 16m and costs $290 - $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 2268 km. The road distance is 1383.8 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 38h 54m 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 bus which takes 38h 54m and costs . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $290 - $800 and takes 11h 16m.

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 1384 km. It takes approximately 30h 18m to drive from Mbeya to Kampala.

Where can I stay near Kampala?

There are 1667+ hotels available in Kampala.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Mbeya to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Kampalabus
38h 54m
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
Drive 1,383.8 km
1. Drive from Mbeya to Kampalacar 1,383.8 km
30h 18m
$207–299
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
$308–657
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
$72–102
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
Fly to Entebbe
1. Fly from Mbeya Airport (MBI) to Entebbe (EBB)plane MBI - EBB
11h 16m
$298–775

Mbeya Airport (MBI) to Bukoba (BKZ) flights

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17h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 2,267.7 km
Duration: 38h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Mbeya to Kampala via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal in around 38h 54m. Alternatively, Air Tanzania and Uganda Airlines fly from Mbeya Airport (MBI) to Entebbe (EBB) 5 times a week.

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