Day trip from Kampala to Entebbe
Entebbe lies 31 km (19 mi) south of Kampala, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 31 km (19 mi) apart, Entebbe is a realistic day trip from Kampala: about 30 min each way by road.
| Kampala | Entebbe | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Uganda | Uganda |
| Population | 1.7 million | 102,600 |
| Elevation | 1,223 m (4,012 ft) | 1,151 m (3,776 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Kampala) | UTC+3 (Africa/Kampala) |
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Staying in Entebbe
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Common questions
How far is Entebbe from Kampala?
31 km (19 mi) in a straight line, south of Kampala; by road roughly 38 km (24 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kampala to Entebbe by road?
About 30 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kampala and Entebbe?
No, both are on Africa/Kampala at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
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.