How to Travel from
Rwanda to Kisumu
by Route or Car
Schedule
Rwanda, Rwanda → Kisumu, Kenya
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Rwanda to Kisumu
Composite routes from Rwanda to Kisumu
Cheapest
11 h 39 min
Car
818 km.
from $44
Other
18 h 6 min
560 km.
from $26.80
16 h 32 min
561 km.
from $41.05
7 h 45 min
Bus, Plane
560 km.
from $449.60
Transport providers
Airlines
Kenya Airways
Website:
kenya-airways.com/
Plane from Goma International Airport to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$33.08–$229.01
Plane from Kigali to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
4h 23m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.14–$368.96
Plane from Kigali to Eldoret
Ave. Duration:
5h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.45–$890.58
AirKenya Express
Website:
airkenya.com/
Plane from Kigali to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.42–$279.90
Jambojet Limited
Website:
jambojet.com/
Plane from Goma International Airport to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$33.08–$229.01
Plane from Kigali to Eldoret
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.45–$763.36
Bus operators
Modern Coast
Bus from Kigali to Kampala
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.51–$27.99
Tahmeed Coach Ltd
Phone:
0724 581902
Website:
tahmeedexpress.com/
Bus from Busia to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$3.44–$33.08
Volcano Express Ltd
Bus from Kigali to Kampala
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.63–$16.54
Buscar E.A Limited
Phone:
0790 700700
Email:
Website:
bus-car.co.ke/?fbclid=IwAR0ue-tmedLmaiQ3pC7R6TuzahIO7p698XH5v32MsQRE75qD18nAkNRKeR4#/
Bus from Kampala to Busia
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.03
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 Rwanda to Kisumu?
The cheapest way to get from Rwanda to Kisumu is to bus which costs $16.30 - $48.91 and takes 16h 32m.
What is the fastest way to get from Rwanda to Kisumu?
The fastest way to get from Rwanda to Kisumu is to fly which takes 4h 13m and costs $42.39 - $217.39 .
Is there a direct bus between Rwanda and Kisumu?
No, there is no direct bus from Rwanda 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 Rwanda to Kisumu?
The distance between Rwanda and Kisumu is 648 km. The road distance is 817.1 km.
How do I travel from Rwanda to Kisumu without a car?
The best way to get from Rwanda 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 Rwanda to Kisumu?
It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Rwanda to Kisumu, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Rwanda to Kisumu bus from?
Rwanda to Kisumu bus services, operated by Volcano Express Ltd, depart from Kigali station.
Train, bus or fly from Rwanda to Kisumu?
The best way to get from Rwanda to Kisumu is to fly which takes 4h 13m and costs $42.39 - $217.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $16.30 - $48.91 and takes 16h 32m. There are no good options to train between Rwanda to Kisumu.
Where does the Rwanda to Kisumu bus arrive?
Rwanda to Kisumu bus services, operated by Volcano Express Ltd, arrive at Kampala station.
What is the time difference between Rwanda and Kisumu?
Kisumu is 1h ahead of Rwanda. It is currently 15:02 in Rwanda and 16:02 in Kisumu.
Can I drive from Rwanda to Kisumu?
Yes, the driving distance between Rwanda to Kisumu is 817 km. It takes approximately 11h 23m to drive from Rwanda 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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