Driving from Gisenyi to Kigali
Kigali lies 93 km (58 mi) east of Gisenyi, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 1 h 25 min without stops, over roughly 114 km (71 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Gisenyi | Kigali | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Rwanda | Rwanda |
| Population | 172,357 | 1.1 million |
| Elevation | 1,461 m (4,793 ft) | 1,542 m (5,059 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Kigali) | UTC+2 (Africa/Kigali) |
Where to book car hire from Gisenyi to Kigali
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Staying in Kigali
Our booking partner lists 1,041+ places to stay in Kigali (statistics below are from the first 1,000). Of the 471 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (280), and 11 are five-star. Across 72 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.4 out of 10. Guests have left 21,701 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Kigali from Gisenyi?
93 km (58 mi) in a straight line, east of Gisenyi; by road roughly 114 km (71 mi).
How long does it take to get from Gisenyi to Kigali by car?
About 1 h 25 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Gisenyi and Kigali?
No, both are on Africa/Kigali at the moment.
Where can I stay in Kigali?
Our booking partner lists 1,041+ places to stay in Kigali, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.