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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Arusha to Kisumu

Composite routes from Arusha to Kisumu

Cheapest
8 h 37 min
Car
617 km.
from $33
Fastest
1 h 17 min
Plane
Other
11 h 33 min
420 km.
from $24.43
3 h 46 min
Taxi, Plane
420 km.
from $130.83
12 h 41 min
420 km.
from $21.24

Transport providers

Airlines

FlexFlight ApS

Website:
flexflight.dk/
Plane from Arusha to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
7h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$228.26
Plane from Kilimanjaro International Airport to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$195.65

Kenya Airways

Website:
kenya-airways.com/
Plane from Arusha to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Friday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$141.30–$489.13
Plane from Kilimanjaro International Airport to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
4h 17m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$18.48–$184.78

Safarilink

Website:
flysafarilink.com/
Plane from Arusha to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$293.48
Plane from Kilimanjaro International Airport to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$250.00

Renegade Air

Website:
flyrenegadeair.com/en
Plane from Kilimanjaro International Airport to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$17.39–$184.78

Bus operators

Kidia One Express

Phone:
0729 553637
Email:
Website:
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Bus from Arusha to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
4h 24m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$7.61–$8.70

The Guardian Coach

Phone:
+254 726 511 628
Email:
Website:
theguardian.co.ke/booking/schedules.html
Bus from Nairobi to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.43–$13.04

Marangu Luxury Shuttles

Phone:
+254 203 555 780
Email:
Website:
marangushuttles.com/
Bus from Arusha to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$24.58

Crown Bus

Phone:
+254 722 719944
Email:
Website:
crownbus.co.ke/
Bus from Nairobi to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
7h 2m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.62

Easy Coach

Phone:
+254 0202210711
Email:
Website:
easycoachkenya.com/
Bus from Nairobi to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$9.24–$14.13

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Arusha to Kisumu is to bus via Kisumu which costs $16.30 - $22.83 and takes 12h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arusha to Kisumu is to taxi and fly which takes 3h 46m and costs $48.91 - $228.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Arusha and Kisumu?

No, there is no direct bus from Arusha to Kisumu. However, there are services departing from Arusha and arriving at Kisumu via Koja and Nairobi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 33m.

How far is it from Arusha to Kisumu?

The distance between Arusha and Kisumu is 436 km. The road distance is 617.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Arusha to Kisumu without a car is to bus which takes 11h 33m and costs $13.04 - $22.83 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Arusha to Kisumu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arusha to Kisumu bus from?

Arusha to Kisumu bus services, operated by Kidia One Express, depart from Arusha station.

Bus or fly from Arusha to Kisumu?

The best way to get from Arusha to Kisumu is to fly which takes 6h 9m and costs $119.57 - $260.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $13.04 - $22.83 and takes 11h 33m.

Where does the Arusha to Kisumu bus arrive?

Arusha to Kisumu bus services, operated by Kidia One Express, arrive at Nairobi station.

Can I drive from Arusha to Kisumu?

Yes, the driving distance between Arusha to Kisumu is 618 km. It takes approximately 8h 48m to drive from Arusha 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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