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877 km.
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Kisumu, Kenya → Goma, Democratic Republic of the Congo

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Two ways to Travel from Kisumu to Goma

Composite routes from Kisumu to Goma

Cheapest
12 h 42 min
Car
877 km.
from $48
Other
12 h 42 min
Rideshare
877 km.
from $11.44

Transport providers

Airlines

Kenya Airways

Website:
kenya-airways.com/
Plane from Kisumu International Airport to Goma
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$95.28–$635.18
Plane from Kisumu International Airport to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
4h 43m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$292.18–$1,016.29
Plane from Eldoret International Airport to Goma
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$76.22–$533.55
Plane from Eldoret International Airport to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
5h 53m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.07–$825.74

Auric Air Services Limited

Website:
auricair.com/
Plane from Kisumu International Airport to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Wednesday
Estimated price:
$215.96–$889.26

Jambojet Limited

Website:
jambojet.com/
Plane from Kisumu International Airport to Goma
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$95.28–$635.18
Plane from Eldoret International Airport to Goma
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$76.22–$533.55

Bus operators

Modern Coast

Phone:
+254 709 897 000
Email:
Website:
modern.co.ke/
Bus from Namayiba Bus Terminal to Goma
Ave. Duration:
9h 43m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$0.57–$30.49

Tahmeed Coach Ltd

Phone:
0724 581902
Website:
tahmeedexpress.com/
Bus from Kisumu to Busia
Ave. Duration:
2h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$3.43–$33.03

Volcano Express Ltd

Phone:
+250788351253
Email:
Website:
facebook.com/VolcanoLtd/
Bus from Kampala to Goma
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$25.06

Buscar E.A Limited

Phone:
0790 700700
Email:
Website:
bus-car.co.ke/?fbclid=IwAR0ue-tmedLmaiQ3pC7R6TuzahIO7p698XH5v32MsQRE75qD18nAkNRKeR4#/
Bus from Busia to Kampala
Ave. Duration:
4h 21m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.00

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kisumu to Goma?

The cheapest way to get from Kisumu to Goma is to bus which costs $9.78 - $65.22 and takes 18h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kisumu to Goma?

The fastest way to get from Kisumu to Goma is to fly and drive which takes 6h 14m and costs $217.39 - $815.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Kisumu and Goma?

No, there is no direct bus from Kisumu to Goma. However, there are services departing from Kisumu and arriving at Goma Bus Stn via Busia and Namayiba Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 10m.

How far is it from Kisumu to Goma?

The distance between Kisumu and Goma is 642 km. The road distance is 875.2 km.

How do I travel from Kisumu to Goma without a car?

The best way to get from Kisumu to Goma without a car is to bus which takes 18h 10m and costs $9.78 - $65.22 .

How long does it take to get from Kisumu to Goma?

It takes approximately 6h 37m to get from Kisumu to Goma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kisumu to Goma bus from?

Kisumu to Goma bus services, operated by Tahmeed Coach Ltd, depart from Kisumu station.

Bus or fly from Kisumu to Goma?

The best way to get from Kisumu to Goma is to fly which takes 6h 37m and costs $92.39 - $597.83 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $9.78 - $65.22 and takes 18h 10m.

Where does the Kisumu to Goma bus arrive?

Kisumu to Goma bus services, operated by Tahmeed Coach Ltd, arrive at Busia station.

What is the time difference between Kisumu and Goma?

Goma is 1h behind Kisumu. It is currently 13:48 in Kisumu and 12:48 in Goma.

Can I drive from Kisumu to Goma?

Yes, the driving distance between Kisumu to Goma is 875 km. It takes approximately 12h 26m to drive from Kisumu to Goma.

Where can I stay near Goma?

There are 31+ hotels available in Goma. Prices start at $22.11 per night.
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