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

The cheapest way to get from Mbeya to Kigali is to bus via Mbeya which costs $70 - $140 and takes 2 days 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Mbeya to Kigali is to fly which takes 18h 25m and costs $360 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Mbeya and Kigali?

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

How far is it from Mbeya to Kigali?

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

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

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

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

It takes approximately 18h 25m to get from Mbeya to Kigali, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mbeya to Kigali bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Mbeya to Kigali?

The best way to get from Mbeya to Kigali is to fly which takes 18h 25m and costs $360 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 46h 57m.

Where does the Mbeya to Kigali bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Mbeya and Kigali?

Kigali is 1h behind Mbeya. It is currently 7:56 AM in Mbeya and 6:56 AM in Kigali.

Can I drive from Mbeya to Kigali?

Yes, the driving distance between Mbeya to Kigali is 1098 km. It takes approximately 28h 3m to drive from Mbeya to Kigali.

Where can I stay near Kigali?

There are 841+ hotels available in Kigali.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Mbeya to Kigali by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Mbeya Airport (MBI) to Kigali International Airport (KGL)plane MBI - KGL
18h 25m
$364–1,012
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
3. Take the bus from Trinity Bus Terminal to Nyabugogo Bus Stnbus
2d 2h
$73–132
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mbeya to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Kampalabus
3. Take the bus from Trinity Bus Terminal to Nyabugogo Bus Stnbus
46h 57m
Drive 1,098.4 km
1. Drive from Mbeya to Kigalicar 1,098.4 km
28h 3m
$197–285
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
3. Take the bus from Trinity Bus Terminal to Nyabugogo Bus Stnbus
2d 6h
$83–167

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

17Weekly Planes

19h 37mAverage Duration

$362Cheapest Price

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Distance: 869.3 km
Duration: 18h 25m

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

Air Tanzania, Rwandair Express, and two other airlines fly from Mbeya Airport (MBI) to Kigali International Airport (KGL) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mbeya to Nyabugogo Bus Stn via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, Kampala, Namirembe Park, and Trinity Bus Terminal in around 46h 57m.

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