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Transport in Uganda and Neighboring Countries

October 30, 2020

Uganda Transport to Neighboring Countries.

There are many modes of transportation available in Uganda and neighboring countries, and among them are: train, bus, car (special hire taxi) or Passenger taxi (matatu) or motorbike (boda boda), bicycles, tukutuku and others according to convenience and distance. 4×4 Safari Car Rentals in Uganda, for private transportation(self drive), project transportation, safari holiday tours and others.

Uganda’s public and private means of transport can reach all parts of the country and beyond to the neighboring East African countries of Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, South Sudan and the DRC. Since the country is landlocked these means of transport help it to link to the major ports in east Africa and to transport goods, services and people to East Africa and the world.

How to Move Around in Uganda and neighboring countries.

Buses, taxis and minibuses are easy to find anywhere in Uganda. Mini-buses are normally crowded but are the cheapest way to travel.buses like Akamba, global interlink, Jaguar, post buses and many more Cross Country Buses and Matatus. The Post Bus is run by the country’s postal service. All buses depart at 8:00 a.m, in the morning, either from Kampala or to Kampala. There are stops at various post offices along the way. These buses are comfortable and very affordable.

You can use any of these to move within Uganda.

Boda-Bodas: These motorcycle taxis are ideal for short distances. They are fast but are also dangerous since they are prone to accidents
Rental Cars: One can use them if they are with the family but are expensive due to high charges they offer.
Buses:There are many bus service available in Uganda. There are the Mini Buses (Matatus) which are commonly used and can be found in the major taxi parks and on Ugandan roads, the Cross Country Bus services which are the safest option and travel both in Uganda and regionally to the East African countries and the Post buses run by the Ugandan Postal Service (UPS). The Post buses run daily except Sundays.

Matatu/Taxis

It is the best way to get around Kampala city and the neighboring towns and the most efficient and cost-effective method of transportation in urban areas though conductors sometimes try to overcharge tourists and crowded but on the other hand they are cheap, frequent, and make lots of stops.
These Mini Buses run along fixed routes, picking up and dropping off people on allocated stages along the route. If you’re not sure where to catch a taxi going to your destination, asking a nearby driver or conductor will point you in the right direction.

Pioneer Bus / City Buses

These buses can be identified by their large size and orange and black colors. These buses operate similarly to the matatu bus system except that they are more. The service is very professional and friendly this can be noted by the clean uniforms with ties worn by the conductors and drivers. There are set bus stops all over town, which eliminates the sudden stopping and starting. And perhaps the best part of all is that these buses have a standard fare.

Bus / Coaches

These buses are owned by several companies which offer direct lines between Kampala and neighboring countries and have bus stations in the city.

Uganda has two decent bus systems. There are the Mini Buses (Matatu Taxis) or commuter vans which run fixed routes. Then there are the real buses or Cross Country Buses which run less frequently, usually leaving Kampala early in the morning for up country or across to neighboring countries. Domestic bus travel is reasonable and cheap between major centers, and is a good choice for backpackers with time, but may not run reliably on schedule.
Note that both buses and “taxis” do not run on fixed schedules; rather, they leave their terminus stop when they are completely full for their destined routes.