Driving from Mbarara to Bunamwaya
Bunamwaya lies 233 km (145 mi) north-east of Mbarara, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 3 h 33 min without stops, over roughly 284 km (176 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Mbarara | Bunamwaya | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Uganda | Uganda |
| Population | 221,300 | 413,400 |
| Elevation | 1,422 m (4,665 ft) | 1,203 m (3,947 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Kampala) | UTC+3 (Africa/Kampala) |
Where to book car hire from Mbarara to Bunamwaya
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Staying in Bunamwaya
Our booking partner lists 3 places to stay in Bunamwaya. Of the 1 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (1).
Book a hotel in Bunamwaya
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Common questions
How far is Bunamwaya from Mbarara?
233 km (145 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Mbarara; by road roughly 284 km (176 mi).
How long does it take to get from Mbarara to Bunamwaya by car?
About 3 h 33 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mbarara and Bunamwaya?
No, both are on Africa/Kampala at the moment.
Where can I stay in Bunamwaya?
Our booking partner lists 3 places to stay in Bunamwaya, bookable on this site.
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.