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Three ways to Travel from Kisumu to Johannesburg

Composite routes from Kisumu to Johannesburg

Cheapest
2 d 8 h 55 min
Car
4174 km.
from $229
Other
3 d 15 h 44 min
2988 km.
from $293.74
10 h 7 min
Plane
2990 km.
from $569.48

Transport providers

Airlines

Kenya Airways

Website:
kenya-airways.com/
Plane from Kisumu International Airport to O.R.
Ave. Duration:
6h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$381.11–$1,206.85
Plane from Eldoret International Airport to O.R.
Ave. Duration:
11h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$317.59–$1,016.29

Bus operators

The Guardian Coach

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

Tahmeed Coach Ltd

Phone:
0724 581902
Website:
tahmeedexpress.com/
Bus from Nairobi to Dar
Ave. Duration:
16h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$24.14–$44.69

Mkombe Trading Logistics

Phone:
+27 688 768 194
Email:
Website:
facebook.com/mkombebuslogisticstz
Bus from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg
Ave. Duration:
2d 15h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$188.20

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kisumu to Johannesburg is to bus which costs $184.78 - $217.39 and takes 3 days 15h.

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

The fastest way to get from Kisumu to Johannesburg is to fly which takes 6h 28m and costs $358.70 - $1086.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Kisumu and Johannesburg?

No, there is no direct bus from Kisumu to Johannesburg. However, there are services departing from Kisumu and arriving at Johannesburg via Nairobi and Dar Es Salaam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 15h.

How far is it from Kisumu to Johannesburg?

The distance between Kisumu and Johannesburg is 3008 km. The road distance is 4174.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kisumu to Johannesburg without a car is to bus which takes 3 days 15h and costs $184.78 - $217.39 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Kisumu to Johannesburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kisumu to Johannesburg bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Kisumu to Johannesburg?

The best way to get from Kisumu to Johannesburg is to fly which takes 6h 28m and costs $358.70 - $1086.96 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $184.78 - $217.39 and takes 3 days 15h.

Where does the Kisumu to Johannesburg bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Kisumu and Johannesburg?

Johannesburg is 1h behind Kisumu. It is currently 10:05 in Kisumu and 09:05 in Johannesburg.

Can I drive from Kisumu to Johannesburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Kisumu to Johannesburg is 4174 km. It takes approximately 2 days 9h to drive from Kisumu to Johannesburg.

Where can I stay near Johannesburg?

There are 3355+ hotels available in Johannesburg. Prices start at $44.54 per night.
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