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17 h 33 min
1250 km.
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Nairobi, Kenya → Nyanza, Rwanda

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Nairobi to Nyanza

Cheapest
17 h 33 min
Car
1250 km.
from $68
Other
6 h 41 min
Bus, Plane
793 km.
from $246.03
18 h 20 min
794 km.
from $28.48
8 h 34 min
Bus, Plane
793 km.
from $392.15
23 h 33 min
794 km.
from $51.54

Transport providers

Airlines

Rwandair Express

Website:
rwandair.com/
Plane from Nairobi to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$266.78–$825.74
Plane from Nairobi to Kamembe
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$228.67–$635.18

Kenya Airways

Website:
kenya-airways.com/
Plane from Nairobi to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$228.67–$546.26

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–$59.71

Volcano Express Ltd

Phone:
+250788351253
Email:
Website:
facebook.com/VolcanoLtd/
Bus from Kigali to Nyanza
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.52

Trinity Express

Website:
trinityexpress.rw/
Bus from Duruma Rd to Nyabugogo
Ave. Duration:
21h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$58.09

Horizon Express

Phone:
+250 784 041 036
Website:
horizonexpress.rw/
Bus from Kigali to Nyanza
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.22

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Nyanza is to bus which costs $2.17 - $53.26 and takes 18h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nairobi to Nyanza is to fly and bus which takes 6h 41m and costs $206.52 - $380.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Nairobi and Nyanza?

No, there is no direct bus from Nairobi to Nyanza. However, there are services departing from Nairobi and arriving at Nyanza via Kigali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 20m.

How far is it from Nairobi to Nyanza?

The distance between Nairobi and Nyanza is 884 km. The road distance is 1249.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Nairobi to Nyanza without a car is to bus which takes 18h 20m and costs $2.17 - $53.26 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 41m to get from Nairobi to Nyanza, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nairobi to Nyanza bus from?

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

Where does the Nairobi to Nyanza bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Nairobi and Nyanza?

Nyanza is 1h behind Nairobi. It is currently 22:16 in Nairobi and 21:16 in Nyanza.

Can I drive from Nairobi to Nyanza?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi to Nyanza is 1250 km. It takes approximately 17h 31m to drive from Nairobi to Nyanza.

Where can I stay near Nyanza?

There are three+ hotels available in Nyanza. Prices start at $48.63 per night.
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