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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kampala to Butare

Composite routes from Kampala to Butare

Cheapest
8 h 51 min
Car
630 km.
from $34
Other
6 h 6 min
Bus, Plane
451 km.
from $10.87
11 h 40 min
452 km.
from $18.57
10 h 40 min
452 km.
from $16.39
16 h 38 min
Bus, Plane
451 km.
from $413.16

Transport providers

Airlines

Rwandair Express

Website:
rwandair.com/
Plane from Entebbe to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$239.13–$706.52
Plane from Entebbe to Kamembe
Ave. Duration:
16h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$195.65–$597.83

Auric Air Services Limited

Website:
auricair.com/
Plane from Entebbe to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$347.83

Bus operators

Modern Coast

Phone:
+254 709 897 000
Email:
customercare@modern.co.ke
Website:
modern.co.ke/
Bus from Kampala to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.43–$23.91

Volcano Express Ltd

Phone:
+250788351253
Email:
info@volcanoexpress.co.rw
Website:
facebook.com/VolcanoLtd/
Bus from Kigali to Huye
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.79
Bus from Kampala to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.52–$14.13

Trinity Express

Website:
trinityexpress.rw/
Bus from Kampala to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
11h 28m
Frequency:
Once daily

14-Seater Paratransit Taxi

Website:
transportforcairo.com/
Bus from Gapco - Post Office to Entebbe
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kampala to Butare is to bus which costs $8.70 - $15.22 and takes 10h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kampala to Butare is to drive which takes 8h 40m and costs $92.39 - $141.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Kampala and Butare?

No, there is no direct bus from Kampala to Butare. However, there are services departing from Kampala and arriving at Huye via Kigali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 40m.

How far is it from Kampala to Butare?

The distance between Kampala and Butare is 514 km. The road distance is 628.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kampala to Butare without a car is to bus which takes 10h 40m and costs $8.70 - $15.22 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 6m to get from Kampala to Butare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kampala to Butare bus from?

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

Where does the Kampala to Butare bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Kampala and Butare?

Butare is 1h behind Kampala. It is currently 13:13 in Kampala and 12:13 in Butare.

Can I drive from Kampala to Butare?

Yes, the driving distance between Kampala to Butare is 629 km. It takes approximately 8h 40m to drive from Kampala to Butare.

Where can I stay near Butare?

There are seven+ hotels available in Butare. Prices start at $48.63 per night.
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