How far is it from Gisenyi to Gitesi?

The distance between Gisenyi and Gitesi is 86 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Gisenyi to Gitesi?

The drive from Gisenyi to Gitesi takes approximately 1 h 15 min by car.

What is the best route from Gisenyi to Gitesi?

The fastest route from Gisenyi to Gitesi covers 86 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 15 min.

Which direction is Gitesi from Gisenyi?

Gitesi lies roughly to the south of Gisenyi.

Which roads does the route from Gisenyi to Gitesi follow?

The drive from Gisenyi to Gitesi mainly follows NR11.

Which towns do you pass between Gisenyi and Gitesi?

Towns on the route from Gisenyi to Gitesi include Mabanza.

Where can I find a 24h service station between Gisenyi and Gitesi?

Along the route from Gisenyi to Gitesi you can fill up at Engenl. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I camp between Gisenyi and Gitesi?

Along the route from Gisenyi to Gitesi you can stop for the night or service your van at Discover Rwanda.

Gisenyi Gitesi

Distance: 86 kmDrive time: 1 h 15 min

Driving from Gisenyi to Gitesi takes about 1 h 15 min via NR11. The distance is 86 km. The straight-line distance is 49 km. Driving directions

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Driving directions25 · 86 km

1 Depart right 4 m
2 Turn left 159 m
3 Turn right onto Avenue de l'Indépendance 432 m
4 Turn right 7 km
5 Keep slightly left 38 m
6 Turn left 2 km
7 Keep slightly right 2 km
8 Turn right onto Rubavu-Karongi 5 km
9 Continue straight onto Rubavu-Karongi 17 km
10 Continue slightly left onto Rubavu - Karongi 2 km
11 Turn straight onto Rubavu-Karongi 2 km
12 Continue straight onto Rubavu-Karongi 5 km
13 Continue straight onto Rubavu-Karongi 19 km

14 Continue slightly right onto Rubavu-Karongi 11 km
15 Continue slightly left onto Rubavu-Karongi 8 km
16 At roundabout, take exit right 8 km
17 Turn sharp left 466 m
18 Turn left 2 km
19 Turn right 530 m
20 Turn slightly left 389 m
21 Turn left 208 m
22 Turn sharp right 824 m
23 At end of road, turn left 109 m
24 Keep slightly left 651 m
25 Arrive right

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The return trip from Gitesi to Gisenyi covers roughly the same distance, 86 km.

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How far is it from Gisenyi to Gitesi?: The distance between Gisenyi and Gitesi is 86 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Gisenyi to Gitesi?: The drive from Gisenyi to Gitesi takes approximately 1 h 15 min by car.
What is the best route from Gisenyi to Gitesi?: The fastest route from Gisenyi to Gitesi covers 86 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 15 min.
Which direction is Gitesi from Gisenyi?: Gitesi lies roughly to the south of Gisenyi.
Which roads does the route from Gisenyi to Gitesi follow?: The drive from Gisenyi to Gitesi mainly follows NR11.
Which towns do you pass between Gisenyi and Gitesi?: Towns on the route from Gisenyi to Gitesi include Mabanza.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Gisenyi and Gitesi?: Along the route from Gisenyi to Gitesi you can fill up at Engenl. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I camp between Gisenyi and Gitesi?: Along the route from Gisenyi to Gitesi you can stop for the night or service your van at Discover Rwanda.

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