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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Rwanda to Mbeya is to fly which takes 7h 48m and costs $330 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Rwanda and Mbeya?

No, there is no direct bus from Rwanda 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 Rwanda to Mbeya?

The distance between Rwanda and Mbeya is 869 km. The road distance is 1106.8 km.

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

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

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

It takes approximately 7h 48m to get from Rwanda to Mbeya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rwanda to Mbeya bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Rwanda to Mbeya?

The best way to get from Rwanda to Mbeya is to fly which takes 7h 48m and costs $330 - $900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 46h 57m.

Where does the Rwanda to Mbeya bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Rwanda and Mbeya?

Mbeya is 1h ahead of Rwanda. It is currently 5:46 AM in Rwanda and 6:46 AM in Mbeya.

Can I drive from Rwanda to Mbeya?

Yes, the driving distance between Rwanda to Mbeya is 1107 km. It takes approximately 28h 22m to drive from Rwanda to Mbeya.

Where can I stay near Mbeya?

There are 23+ hotels available in Mbeya.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Rwanda to Mbeya by plane, 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 International Airport
best
1. Fly from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane KGL - MBI
7h 48m
$331–901
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 1,106.8 km
1. Drive from Kigali to Mbeyacar 1,106.8 km
28h 22m
$143–206
Fly from Kamembe International Airport
1. Fly from Kamembe International Airport (KME) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane KME - MBI
9h 23m
$430–1,200
Drive to Bukoba, fly
1. Drive from Kabarore to Bukoba (BKZ)car
2. Fly from Bukoba (BKZ) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane BKZ - MBI
26h 18m
$294–1,049
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

13Weekly Planes

6h 40mAverage Duration

$337Cheapest Price

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Distance: 869.1 km
Duration: 7h 48m

What companies run services between Rwanda and Mbeya, Tanzania?

Rwandair Express, Air Tanzania, and two other airlines fly from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Mbeya Airport (MBI) twice 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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