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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Nairobi to Fort Portal

Composite routes from Nairobi to Fort Portal

Cheapest
13 h 42 min
Car
950 km.
from $52
Other
9 h 35 min
Bus, Plane
757 km.
from $10.87
18 h 1 min
758 km.
Select a ticket
10 h 27 min
Bus, Plane
757 km.
from $10.87
19 h 31 min
758 km.
from $5.43

Transport providers

Airlines

Kenya Airways

Website:
kenya-airways.com/
Plane from Nairobi to Entebbe
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$195.65–$445.65

Uganda Airlines

Website:
ugandairlines.com/
Plane from Nairobi to Entebbe
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$423.91

Aerolink Uganda

Website:
aerolinkuganda.com/
Plane from Nairobi to Kasese
Ave. Duration:
6h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$184.78–$652.17

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:
$0.54–$42.95

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:
$21.74–$36.82
Bus from Nairobi to Busia
Ave. Duration:
9h 9m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.22–$33.39
Bus from Busia to Kampala
Ave. Duration:
4h 21m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.60

Link Bus Services

Phone:
+256 414-255 426
Email:
Bus from Kampala to Fort
Ave. Duration:
4h 31m
Frequency:
Hourly
Bus from Kasese to Fort
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every 3 hours

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Fort Portal?

The cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Fort Portal is to drive which costs $130.43 - $195.65 and takes 13h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nairobi to Fort Portal?

The fastest way to get from Nairobi to Fort Portal is to drive which takes 13h 52m and costs $130.43 - $195.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Nairobi and Fort Portal?

No, there is no direct bus from Nairobi to Fort Portal. However, there are services departing from Nairobi and arriving at Fort Portal via Petro Fuel Station and Kampala. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 1m.

How far is it from Nairobi to Fort Portal?

The distance between Nairobi and Fort Portal is 878 km. The road distance is 949.7 km.

How do I travel from Nairobi to Fort Portal without a car?

The best way to get from Nairobi to Fort Portal without a car is to bus which takes 18h 1m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Nairobi to Fort Portal?

It takes approximately 9h 35m to get from Nairobi to Fort Portal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nairobi to Fort Portal bus from?

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

Where does the Nairobi to Fort Portal bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nairobi to Fort Portal?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi to Fort Portal is 950 km. It takes approximately 13h 52m to drive from Nairobi to Fort Portal.

Where can I stay near Fort Portal?

There are 58+ hotels available in Fort Portal. Prices start at $8.09 per night.
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