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Nairobi to Windhoek

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Nairobi, Kenya → Windhoek, Namibia

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Five ways to Travel from Nairobi to Windhoek

Composite routes from Nairobi to Windhoek

Cheapest
Other

Transport providers

Airlines

South African Airways

Website:
flysaa.com/
Plane from Nairobi to Hosea
Ave. Duration:
8h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$304.89–$952.78

Kenya Airways

Website:
kenya-airways.com/
Plane from Nairobi to Hosea
Ave. Duration:
8h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$304.89–$952.78

Airbus France

Website:
airbus.com/
Plane from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Hosea
Ave. Duration:
28h 25m
Frequency:
Thursday
Estimated price:
$266.78–$825.74

Airlink

Phone:
+27 11 451 7300
Website:
flyairlink.com/
Plane from Nairobi to Hosea
Ave. Duration:
7h 50m
Frequency:
Wednesday
Estimated price:
$279.48–$889.26
Plane from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Hosea
Ave. Duration:
19h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$215.96–$482.74

Bus operators

Modern Coast

Phone:
+254 709 897 000
Website:
modern.co.ke/
Bus from Nairobi to Kampala
Ave. Duration:
11h 17m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$0.64–$50.19

Tahmeed Coach Ltd

Phone:
0724 581902
Website:
tahmeedexpress.com/
Bus from Nairobi to Dar
Ave. Duration:
16h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$22.87–$43.03

Buscar E.A Limited

Phone:
0790 700700
Website:
bus-car.co.ke/?fbclid=IwAR0ue-tmedLmaiQ3pC7R6TuzahIO7p698XH5v32MsQRE75qD18nAkNRKeR4#/
Bus from Nairobi to Kampala
Ave. Duration:
13h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.41–$43.03

Classic Coach

Website:
srclassic.com/
Bus from Berelay Rd to Tunduma
Ave. Duration:
13h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$90.95

Juldan Motors

Phone:
+260 211 247 683
Bus from Nakonde to Lusaka
Ave. Duration:
12h 38m
Frequency:
Once daily

Mushima Tours and Transfers

Phone:
+264 81 331 5475
Website:
facebook.com/MushimaNamibia/
Bus from Johannesburg to Windhoek
Ave. Duration:
24h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$91.28

InterCape

Phone:
+27 (0)21 380 4400
Website:
intercape.co.za
Bus from Katima Mulilo to Windhoek
Ave. Duration:
19h 40m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$39.38–$69.87

Timboon Coaches

Phone:
+263 77 480 2748
Website:
timbooncoaches.co.za/
Bus from Katima Mulilo to Soweto
Ave. Duration:
14h 24m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$86.02
Bus from Victoria Falls Bus Stn to Soweto
Ave. Duration:
17h 2m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$100.84

Mazhandu Family Bus Service

Phone:
+260 961806060
Website:
facebook.com/Uglmazhandu/
Bus from Lusaka to Katima
Ave. Duration:
10h 10m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$34.38

Mkombe Trading Logistics

Phone:
+27 688 768 194
Website:
facebook.com/mkombebuslogisticstz
Bus from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg
Ave. Duration:
2d 15h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$182.04

Train operators

Tanzania Zambia Railway Authority

Website:
tazarasite.com
Train from Nakonde to New
Ave. Duration:
22h
Frequency:
Twice a week

Zambia Railways

Phone:
+260-215-227000
Website:
zrl.com.zm
Train from Kabwe to Livingstone
Ave. Duration:
23h 45m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$9.68–$14.61

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Windhoek is to bus which costs $250 - $271.74 and takes 4 days 9h.

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

The fastest way to get from Nairobi to Windhoek is to fly which takes 11h 32m and costs $250 - $815.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Nairobi and Windhoek?

No, there is no direct bus from Nairobi to Windhoek. However, there are services departing from Nairobi and arriving at Windhoek via Dar Es Salaam, Fashion Square and Johannesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4 days 9h.

How far is it from Nairobi to Windhoek?

The distance between Nairobi and Windhoek is 3224 km. The road distance is 4295.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Nairobi to Windhoek without a car is to bus which takes 4 days 9h and costs $250 - $271.74 .

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

It takes approximately 11h 32m to get from Nairobi to Windhoek, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nairobi to Windhoek bus from?

Nairobi to Windhoek bus services, operated by Tahmeed Coach Ltd, depart from Nairobi station.

Bus or fly from Nairobi to Windhoek?

The best way to get from Nairobi to Windhoek is to fly which takes 11h 32m and costs $250 - $815.22 . Alternatively, you can bus via Soweto Market, which costs and takes 2 days 19h.

Where does the Nairobi to Windhoek bus arrive?

Nairobi to Windhoek bus services, operated by Tahmeed Coach Ltd, arrive at Dar es Salaam station.

What is the time difference between Nairobi and Windhoek?

Windhoek is 1h behind Nairobi. It is currently 11:48 in Nairobi and 10:48 in Windhoek.

Can I drive from Nairobi to Windhoek?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi to Windhoek is 4296 km. It takes approximately 2 days 11h to drive from Nairobi to Windhoek.

Where can I stay near Windhoek?

There are 304+ hotels available in Windhoek. Prices start at $27.43 per night.
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