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How to Travel from

Kigali to Kisumu

by Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

Kenya Airways

Website:
kenya-airways.com/
Plane from Kigali to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
4h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$315.22
Plane from Kigali to Eldoret
Ave. Duration:
5h 26m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$217.39–$760.87

AirKenya Express

Website:
airkenya.com/
Plane from Kigali to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$239.13

Jambojet Limited

Website:
jambojet.com/
Plane from Kigali to Eldoret
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$217.39–$652.17

Bus operators

Modern Coast

Phone:
+254 709 897 000
Website:
modern.co.ke/
Bus from Kigali to Kampala
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.43–$23.91

Tahmeed Coach Ltd

Phone:
0724 581902
Website:
tahmeedexpress.com/
Bus from Busia to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$2.93–$28.26

Volcano Express Ltd

Phone:
+250788351253
Website:
facebook.com/VolcanoLtd/
Bus from Kigali to Kampala
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.52–$14.13

Buscar E.A Limited

Phone:
0790 700700
Website:
bus-car.co.ke/?fbclid=IwAR0ue-tmedLmaiQ3pC7R6TuzahIO7p698XH5v32MsQRE75qD18nAkNRKeR4#/
Bus from Kampala to Busia
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.86

Trinity Express

Website:
trinityexpress.rw/
Bus from Kigali to Kampala
Ave. Duration:
11h 28m
Frequency:
Once daily

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kigali to Kisumu is to bus which costs $16.30 - $48.91 and takes 16h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kigali to Kisumu is to fly which takes 5h 32m and costs $92.39 - $260.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Kigali and Kisumu?

No, there is no direct bus from Kigali to Kisumu. However, there are services departing from Kigali and arriving at Kisumu via National Mosque, Kampala and Busia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 32m.

How far is it from Kigali to Kisumu?

The distance between Kigali and Kisumu is 569 km. The road distance is 817.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kigali to Kisumu without a car is to bus which takes 16h 32m and costs $16.30 - $48.91 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Kigali to Kisumu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kigali to Kisumu bus from?

Kigali to Kisumu bus services, operated by Volcano Express Ltd, depart from Kigali station.

Bus or fly from Kigali to Kisumu?

The best way to get from Kigali to Kisumu is to fly which takes 5h 32m and costs $92.39 - $260.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $16.30 - $48.91 and takes 16h 32m.

Where does the Kigali to Kisumu bus arrive?

Kigali to Kisumu bus services, operated by Volcano Express Ltd, arrive at Kampala station.

What is the time difference between Kigali and Kisumu?

Kisumu is 1h ahead of Kigali. It is currently 15:13 in Kigali and 16:13 in Kisumu.

Can I drive from Kigali to Kisumu?

Yes, the driving distance between Kigali to Kisumu is 817 km. It takes approximately 11h 23m to drive from Kigali to Kisumu.

Where can I stay near Kisumu?

There are 248+ hotels available in Kisumu. Prices start at $24.57 per night.
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