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Nairobi, Kenya → Gulu, Uganda

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Nairobi to Gulu

Composite routes from Nairobi to Gulu

Cheapest
12 h 7 min
Car
828 km.
from $45
Other
10 h 38 min
Bus, Plane
675 km.
from $213.97
19 h
674 km.
from $32.96
11 h 41 min
Bus, Plane
675 km.
from $10.87
20 h 30 min
674 km.
from $44.76

Transport providers

Airlines

Kenya Airways

Website:
kenya-airways.com/
Plane from Nairobi to Entebbe
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.37–$533.55
Plane from Nairobi to Juba
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$419.22–$1,524.44

Uganda Airlines

Website:
ugandairlines.com/
Plane from Nairobi to Entebbe
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$215.96–$508.15

Bus operators

Modern Coast

Phone:
+254 709 897 000
Email:
Website:
modern.co.ke/
Bus from Nairobi to Kampala
Ave. Duration:
11h 17m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$0.70–$52.14

Buscar E.A Limited

Phone:
0790 700700
Email:
Website:
bus-car.co.ke/?fbclid=IwAR0ue-tmedLmaiQ3pC7R6TuzahIO7p698XH5v32MsQRE75qD18nAkNRKeR4#/
Bus from Nairobi to Kampala
Ave. Duration:
13h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$26.68–$44.69
Bus from Nairobi to Busia
Ave. Duration:
9h 9m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.79–$40.54
Bus from Busia to Kampala
Ave. Duration:
4h 21m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.00

Trinity Express

Website:
trinityexpress.rw/
Bus from Kampala Stn to Nimule
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily

Friends Coach

Phone:
+256 200 766100
Bus from Kampala to Gulu
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.84

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Gulu is to bus which costs $7.07 - $52.17 and takes 19h.

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

The fastest way to get from Nairobi to Gulu is to fly and bus which takes 10h 38m and costs $163.04 - $336.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Nairobi and Gulu?

No, there is no direct bus from Nairobi to Gulu. However, there are services departing from Nairobi and arriving at Gulu via Kampala. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h.

How far is it from Nairobi to Gulu?

The distance between Nairobi and Gulu is 919 km. The road distance is 829.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Nairobi to Gulu without a car is to bus which takes 19h and costs $7.07 - $52.17 .

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

It takes approximately 10h 38m to get from Nairobi to Gulu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nairobi to Gulu bus from?

Nairobi to Gulu bus services, operated by Buscar E.A Limited, depart from Nairobi station.

Where does the Nairobi to Gulu bus arrive?

Nairobi to Gulu bus services, operated by Buscar E.A Limited, arrive at Kampala station.

Can I drive from Nairobi to Gulu?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi to Gulu is 829 km. It takes approximately 12h 24m to drive from Nairobi to Gulu.

Where can I stay near Gulu?

There are 24+ hotels available in Gulu. Prices start at $11.78 per night.
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