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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kisumu to Kampala

Composite routes from Kisumu to Kampala

Cheapest
4 h 31 min
Car
307 km.
from $16
Other
7 h 27 min
246 km.
from $27.07

Transport providers

Airlines

World Ticket

Website:
worldticket.com/
Plane from Kisumu International Airport to Entebbe
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$29.22–$825.74

AirKenya Express

Website:
airkenya.com/
Plane from Kisumu International Airport to Entebbe
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$29.22–$825.74

Bus operators

Tahmeed Coach Ltd

Phone:
0724 581902
Website:
tahmeedexpress.com/
Bus from Kisumu to Busia
Ave. Duration:
2h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$3.43–$33.03

Buscar E.A Limited

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

Pineapple Express

Email:
Website:
entebbejinjashuttle.com/
Bus from Entebbe to Kampala
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$14.94

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kisumu to Kampala is to bus which costs $9.78 - $34.78 and takes 7h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kisumu to Kampala is to fly and shuttle which takes 3h 12m and costs $239.13 - $315.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Kisumu and Kampala?

No, there is no direct bus from Kisumu to Kampala. However, there are services departing from Kisumu and arriving at Kampala via Busia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

How far is it from Kisumu to Kampala?

The distance between Kisumu and Kampala is 304 km. The road distance is 308.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kisumu to Kampala without a car is to bus which takes 7h 27m and costs $9.78 - $34.78 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Kisumu to Kampala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kisumu to Kampala bus from?

Kisumu to Kampala bus services, operated by Tahmeed Coach Ltd, depart from Kisumu station.

Where does the Kisumu to Kampala bus arrive?

Kisumu to Kampala bus services, operated by Tahmeed Coach Ltd, arrive at Busia station.

Can I drive from Kisumu to Kampala?

Yes, the driving distance between Kisumu to Kampala is 308 km. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Kisumu to Kampala.

Where can I stay near Kampala?

There are 1461+ hotels available in Kampala. Prices start at $55.43 per night.
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