Day trip from Kampala to Hoima
Hoima lies 185 km (115 mi) north-west of Kampala, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 185 km (115 mi) apart, Hoima is a realistic day trip from Kampala: about 3 h each way by road.
| Kampala | Hoima | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Uganda | Uganda |
| Population | 1.7 million | 122,700 |
| Elevation | 1,223 m (4,012 ft) | 1,131 m (3,711 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Kampala) | UTC+3 (Africa/Kampala) |
Where to book tours and tickets in Hoima
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Staying in Hoima
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Common questions
How far is Hoima from Kampala?
185 km (115 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Kampala; by road roughly 225 km (140 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kampala to Hoima by road?
About 3 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kampala and Hoima?
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.