Kampala Getting there & around

Getting around

Entebbe International Airport is 35km from Kampala. From the Old Taxi Park, minibus taxis travel between Kampala and Entebbe town (USh2000), connecting with minibus shuttles to the airport (USh500). A private taxi from the airport to Kampala costs about US$20; it’s a little cheaper to get out to the airport.

The ubiquitous white minibus taxis for trips around Kampala mostly leave from the Old Taxi Park. To find the minibus taxi you want, simply ask around – people are generally very helpful. However, double-decker buses will soon be introduced, and the minibuses banned from the city centre. Private taxis are unmetered and start from USh5000 for trips in the centre, more at night or into the suburbs. Boda-bodas (motorcycle taxis) charge USh1500 around the city centre.