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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Nairobi to Kigali

Composite routes from Nairobi to Kigali

Cheapest
16 h 19 min
Car
1164 km.
from $64
Fastest
1 h 49 min
Plane

Transport providers

Airlines

Rwandair Express

Website:
rwandair.com/
Plane from Nairobi to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$266.78–$889.26

Kenya Airways

Website:
kenya-airways.com/
Plane from Nairobi to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$228.67–$635.18

Bus operators

Modern Coast

Phone:
+254 709 897 000
Email:
Website:
modern.co.ke/
Bus from Nairobi to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
16h 16m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.14–$58.44

Trinity Express

Website:
trinityexpress.rw/
Bus from Nairobi to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
21h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$57.37

Simba Coach

Phone:
0707 471111
Bus from Nairobi to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
21h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$57.37

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Kigali is to bus which costs $1 - $50 and takes 16h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nairobi to Kigali is to fly which takes 5h 9m and costs $195.65 - $391.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Nairobi and Kigali?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nairobi and arriving at Kigali. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16h 16m.

How far is it from Nairobi to Kigali?

The distance between Nairobi and Kigali is 793 km. The road distance is 1163.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Nairobi to Kigali without a car is to bus which takes 16h 16m and costs $1 - $50 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Nairobi to Kigali, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nairobi to Kigali bus from?

Nairobi to Kigali bus services, operated by Modern Coast, depart from Nairobi station.

Bus or fly from Nairobi to Kigali?

The best way to get from Nairobi to Kigali is to fly which takes 5h 9m and costs $195.65 - $391.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1 - $50 and takes 16h 16m.

Where does the Nairobi to Kigali bus arrive?

Nairobi to Kigali bus services, operated by Modern Coast, arrive at Kigali station.

What is the time difference between Nairobi and Kigali?

Kigali is 1h behind Nairobi. It is currently 22:10 in Nairobi and 21:10 in Kigali.

Can I drive from Nairobi to Kigali?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi to Kigali is 1163 km. It takes approximately 16h 18m to drive from Nairobi to Kigali.

Where can I stay near Kigali?

There are 826+ hotels available in Kigali. Prices start at $58.52 per night.
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