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

The cheapest way to get from Rwanda to Kampala is to bus which costs $6 - $65 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Rwanda to Kampala is to fly and shuttle which takes 3h 57m and costs $160 - $290.

Is there a direct bus between Rwanda and Kampala?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kigali and arriving at Kampala. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h.

How far is it from Rwanda to Kampala?

The distance between Rwanda and Kampala is 393 km. The road distance is 499.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Rwanda to Kampala without a car is to bus which takes 8h and costs $6 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Rwanda to Kampala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rwanda to Kampala bus from?

Rwanda to Kampala bus services, operated by Volcano Express Ltd, depart from Kigali station.

Bus or fly from Rwanda to Kampala?

The best way to get from Rwanda to Kampala is to bus which takes 8h and costs $6 - $65. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $230 - $850 and takes 12h 53m.

Where does the Rwanda to Kampala bus arrive?

Rwanda to Kampala bus services, operated by Volcano Express Ltd, arrive at Kampala station.

What is the time difference between Rwanda and Kampala?

Kampala is 1h ahead of Rwanda. It is currently 3:08 PM in Rwanda and 4:08 PM in Kampala.

Can I drive from Rwanda to Kampala?

Yes, the driving distance between Rwanda to Kampala is 499 km. It takes approximately 7h 13m to drive from Rwanda to Kampala.

Where can I stay near Kampala?

There are 1857+ hotels available in Kampala.

Rwanda to Kampala - 4 ways to travel via plane, shuttle, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Rwanda to Kampala by plane, shuttle, 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 from Kigali, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Kigali (KGL) to Entebbe (EBB)plane KGL - EBB
2. Take a shuttle bus from Entebbe to Kampalashuttle
3h 57m
$165–285
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kigali to Kampalabus
8h
$6–65
Drive 499.4 km
1. Drive from Kigali to Kampalacar 499.4 km
7h 13m
$75–108
Fly from Kamembe
1. Fly from Kamembe (KME) to Entebbe (EBB)plane KME - EBB
12h 53m
$234–814

Kigali (KGL) to Entebbe (EBB) flights

44Weekly Planes

59 minAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Rwanda to Kampala.

Launch map view

Distance: 392.8 km
Duration: 3h 57m

What companies run services between Rwanda and Kampala, Uganda?

Volcano Express Ltd operates a bus from Kigali to Kampala 3 times a day. Tickets cost $6–14 and the journey takes 8h. Trinity Express also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, Rwandair Express, Turkish Airlines, and Kenya Airways fly from Kamembe (KME) to Entebbe (EBB) twice daily.

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