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Nairobi to Kisumu

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344 km.
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Transport providers

Airlines

World Ticket

Website:
worldticket.com/
Plane from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$12.07–$165.15

FlexFlight ApS

Website:
flexflight.dk/
Plane from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$47.00–$190.56

Kenya Airways

Website:
kenya-airways.com/
Plane from Nairobi to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$13.97–$190.56

Safarilink

Website:
flysafarilink.com/
Plane from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$47.00–$190.56

Renegade Air

Website:
flyrenegadeair.com/en
Plane from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$12.07–$165.15

Jambojet Limited

Website:
jambojet.com/
Plane from Nairobi to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$13.97–$190.56

Bus operators

The Guardian Coach

Phone:
+254 726 511 628
Email:
Website:
theguardian.co.ke/booking/schedules.html
Bus from Nairobi to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.35–$15.24

Crown Bus

Phone:
+254 722 719944
Email:
Website:
crownbus.co.ke/
Bus from Nairobi to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
7h 2m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$5.40

Easy Coach

Phone:
+254 0202210711
Email:
Website:
easycoachkenya.com/
Bus from Nairobi to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$10.80–$16.51

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Kisumu is to bus which costs $4.57 - $14.13 and takes 6h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nairobi to Kisumu is to fly which takes 54 min and costs $65.22 - $108.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Nairobi and Kisumu?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nairobi and arriving at Kisumu. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct flight between Nairobi and Kisumu?

Yes, there are direct flights between Nairobi and Kisumu; these take 40 min and cost $40.22 - $70.65 .

How far is it from Nairobi to Kisumu?

The distance between Nairobi and Kisumu is 282 km. The road distance is 344.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Nairobi to Kisumu without a car is to bus which takes 6h 30m and costs $4.57 - $14.13 .

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

It takes approximately 54 min to get from Nairobi to Kisumu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nairobi to Kisumu bus from?

Nairobi to Kisumu bus services, operated by The Guardian Coach, depart from Nairobi station.

Bus or fly from Nairobi to Kisumu?

The best way to get from Nairobi to Kisumu is to fly which takes 54 min and costs $65.22 - $108.70 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $4.57 - $14.13 and takes 6h 30m.

Where does the Nairobi to Kisumu bus arrive?

Nairobi to Kisumu bus services, operated by The Guardian Coach, arrive at Kisumu station.

Can I drive from Nairobi to Kisumu?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi to Kisumu is 345 km. It takes approximately 4h 58m to drive from Nairobi to Kisumu.

Where can I stay near Kisumu?

There are 248+ hotels available in Kisumu. Prices start at $24.57 per night.
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