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How to Travel from

Kisumu to Mbarara

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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

Kenya Airways

Website:
kenya-airways.com/
Plane from Kisumu International Airport to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$292.18–$1,016.29

Auric Air Services Limited

Website:
auricair.com/
Plane from Kisumu International Airport to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Wednesday
Estimated price:
$215.96–$889.26

Aerolink Uganda

Website:
aerolinkuganda.com/
Plane from Kisumu International Airport to Kihihi
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.63–$520.85
Plane from Kisumu International Airport to Kasese
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$50.81–$508.15

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

Modern Coast

Phone:
+254 709 897 000
Website:
modern.co.ke/
Bus from Kigali to Mbarara
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$0.30–$13.97

Bismarkan Coaches

Phone:
+256704300537
Bus from Kampala to Mbarara
Ave. Duration:
5h 42m
Frequency:
5 times a day

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

Volcano Express Ltd

Phone:
+250788351253
Website:
facebook.com/VolcanoLtd/
Bus from Kampala to Mbarara
Ave. Duration:
7h 36m
Frequency:
Once daily

Buscar E.A Limited

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kisumu to Mbarara is to drive which costs $81.52 - $130.43 and takes 8h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kisumu to Mbarara is to fly and taxi which takes 6h 42m and costs $54.35 - $456.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Kisumu and Mbarara?

No, there is no direct bus from Kisumu to Mbarara. However, there are services departing from Kisumu and arriving at Mbarara via Busia, Chairman's House and Kampala. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 12m.

How far is it from Kisumu to Mbarara?

The distance between Kisumu and Mbarara is 579 km. The road distance is 576.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kisumu to Mbarara without a car is to bus which takes 14h 12m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 14h 12m to get from Kisumu to Mbarara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kisumu to Mbarara bus from?

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

Where does the Kisumu to Mbarara bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kisumu to Mbarara?

Yes, the driving distance between Kisumu to Mbarara is 577 km. It takes approximately 8h 4m to drive from Kisumu to Mbarara.

Where can I stay near Mbarara?

There are 48+ hotels available in Mbarara. Prices start at $16.50 per night.
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