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Six ways to Travel from Kisumu to Cape Town

Composite routes from Kisumu to Cape Town

Cheapest
2 d 22 h 10 min
Car
5570 km.
from $306
Other
4 d 10 h 43 min
4128 km.
from $353.04
7 d 17 h 58 min
Bus, Train
4128 km.
from $3149.95
13 h 12 min
Plane
4128 km.
from $618.93
4 d 11 h 16 min
4128 km.
from $231.70
4 d 14 h 39 min
4128 km.
from $273.65

Transport providers

Airlines

South African Airways

Website:
flysaa.com/
Plane from Kisumu International Airport to Cape
Ave. Duration:
12h 23m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$444.63–$1,397.40
Plane from Eldoret International Airport to Cape
Ave. Duration:
11h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$368.41–$1,206.85

Safair

Website:
flysafair.co.za/
Plane from Kisumu International Airport to Cape
Ave. Duration:
14h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$444.63–$1,397.40

Kenya Airways

Website:
kenya-airways.com/
Plane from Kisumu International Airport to Cape
Ave. Duration:
18h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$431.92–$1,397.40
Plane from Eldoret International Airport to Cape
Ave. Duration:
18h
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$368.41–$1,206.85

Global Aviation

Website:
g-airways.com/
Plane from Eldoret International Airport to Cape
Ave. Duration:
15h 45m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$368.41–$1,206.85

Bus operators

Greyhound ZA

Phone:
+27 11 611 8000
Email:
Website:
greyhound.co.za
Bus from Park Station to Cape
Ave. Duration:
19h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$43.19–$62.25
Bus from Midrand to Cape
Ave. Duration:
20h 20m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$44.46–$62.25

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

Eagle Liner

Phone:
+27 87 150 1895
Email:
Website:
eagleliner.co.za
Bus from Park Station to Cape
Ave. Duration:
17h 35m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$25.41–$82.57

City to City

Phone:
+27 11 774 3333
Website:
res.prasa.com/citytocity/booking
Bus from Johannesburg to Cape
Ave. Duration:
18h 8m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$26.68–$35.57

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

Train operators

Gautrain

Phone:
+27 80 042 8872
Email:
Website:
gautrain.co.za
Train from Park to Pretoria
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.02–$6.28

Rovos Rail

Phone:
+27 (0)12 315 8242
Email:
Website:
rovos.com/
Train from Rovos Rail Station to Rovos
Ave. Duration:
4d
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$2,159.62–$4,573.32

Shosholoza Meyl

Phone:
011 013 0231
Email:
Website:
res.prasa.com/shosholozameyl/Booking
Train from Klerksdorp to Cape
Ave. Duration:
33h 35m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$26.98–$43.29

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kisumu to Cape Town?

The cheapest way to get from Kisumu to Cape Town is to bus via Cape Town which costs $206.52 - $250 and takes 4 days 11h.

What is the fastest way to get from Kisumu to Cape Town?

The fastest way to get from Kisumu to Cape Town is to fly which takes 9h 44m and costs $380.43 - $1304.35 .

Is there a direct bus between Kisumu and Cape Town?

No, there is no direct bus from Kisumu to Cape Town. However, there are services departing from Kisumu and arriving at Cape Town Stn via Nairobi, Dar Es Salaam, Cbd and Park Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4 days 10h.

How far is it from Kisumu to Cape Town?

The distance between Kisumu and Cape Town is 4152 km. The road distance is 5570.7 km.

How do I travel from Kisumu to Cape Town without a car?

The best way to get from Kisumu to Cape Town without a car is to bus which takes 4 days 10h and costs $206.52 - $293.48 .

How long does it take to get from Kisumu to Cape Town?

It takes approximately 9h 44m to get from Kisumu to Cape Town, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kisumu to Cape Town bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Kisumu to Cape Town?

The best way to get from Kisumu to Cape Town is to fly which takes 9h 44m and costs $380.43 - $1304.35 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $206.52 - $293.48 and takes 4 days 10h.

Where does the Kisumu to Cape Town bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Kisumu and Cape Town?

Cape Town is 1h behind Kisumu. It is currently 12:26 in Kisumu and 11:26 in Cape Town.

Can I drive from Kisumu to Cape Town?

Yes, the driving distance between Kisumu to Cape Town is 5571 km. It takes approximately 2 days 23h to drive from Kisumu to Cape Town.

Where can I stay near Cape Town?

There are 5912+ hotels available in Cape Town. Prices start at $45.60 per night.
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