Day trip from Mbale to Lugazi
Lugazi lies 159 km (99 mi) south-west of Mbale, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 159 km (99 mi) apart, Lugazi is a realistic day trip from Mbale: about 2 h 35 min each way by road.
| Mbale | Lugazi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Uganda | Uganda |
| Population | 111,300 | 128,400 |
| Elevation | 1,125 m (3,691 ft) | 1,208 m (3,963 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Kampala) | UTC+3 (Africa/Kampala) |
Where to book tours and tickets in Lugazi
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Staying in Lugazi
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Common questions
How far is Lugazi from Mbale?
159 km (99 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Mbale; by road roughly 194 km (120 mi).
How long does it take to get from Mbale to Lugazi by road?
About 2 h 35 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mbale and Lugazi?
No, both are on Africa/Kampala at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.