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Kampala to Nairobi

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Five ways to Travel from Kampala to Nairobi

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Cheapest
By car (654 km)
9 h 14 min
654 km.
from $35
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Rideshare
9 h 14 min
654 km.
from $8.53
Bus, Plane
5 h 15 min
502 km.
from $10.87
Bus via Busia
14 h 30 min
502 km.
from $37.20

Transport providers

Airlines

World Ticket

Website:
worldticket.com/
Plane from Entebbe to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
6h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$178.34–$624.19

Rwandair Express

Website:
rwandair.com/
Plane from Entebbe to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$700.62

Kenya Airways

Website:
kenya-airways.com/
Plane from Entebbe to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$242.03–$535.02

Uganda Airlines

Website:
ugandairlines.com/
Plane from Entebbe to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$509.54

Safarilink

Website:
flysafarilink.com/
Plane from Entebbe to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Monday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$178.34–$611.45

Renegade Air

Website:
flyrenegadeair.com/en
Plane from Entebbe to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
7h 10m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$28.02–$280.25

AirKenya Express

Website:
airkenya.com/
Plane from Entebbe to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$522.28–$700.62

Skyward Express

Website:
skywardexpress.co.ke/
Plane from Entebbe to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
7h 10m
Frequency:
Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$203.82–$394.90

Bus operators

Modern Coast

Phone:
+254 709 897 000
Email:
Website:
modern.co.ke/
Bus from Kampala to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
12h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.64–$39.82

Buscar E.A Limited

Phone:
0790 700700
Email:
Website:
bus-car.co.ke/?fbclid=IwAR0ue-tmedLmaiQ3pC7R6TuzahIO7p698XH5v32MsQRE75qD18nAkNRKeR4#/
Bus from Kampala to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
13h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.48–$44.25
Bus from Kampala to Busia
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.94
Bus from Busia to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
9h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.83–$40.15

MASH

Phone:
+254 730 889 000
Email:
Website:
mashpoa.co/
Bus from Kampala to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
15h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$19.11–$34.39

14-Seater Paratransit Taxi

Website:
transportforcairo.com/
Bus from Gapco - Post Office to Entebbe
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kampala to Nairobi is to bus which costs $1 - $38.04 and takes 12h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kampala to Nairobi is to fly which takes 7h 49m and costs $413.04 - $652.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Kampala and Nairobi?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kampala and arriving at Nairobi. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 40m.

How far is it from Kampala to Nairobi?

The distance between Kampala and Nairobi is 589 km. The road distance is 654.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kampala to Nairobi without a car is to bus which takes 12h 40m and costs $1 - $38.04 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Kampala to Nairobi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kampala to Nairobi bus from?

Kampala to Nairobi bus services, operated by Modern Coast, depart from Kampala station.

Bus or fly from Kampala to Nairobi?

The best way to get from Kampala to Nairobi is to bus which takes 12h 40m and costs $1 - $38.04 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $413.04 - $652.17 and takes 7h 49m.

Where does the Kampala to Nairobi bus arrive?

Kampala to Nairobi bus services, operated by Modern Coast, arrive at Nairobi station.

Can I drive from Kampala to Nairobi?

Yes, the driving distance between Kampala to Nairobi is 655 km. It takes approximately 9h 23m to drive from Kampala to Nairobi.

Where can I stay near Nairobi?

There are 5158+ hotels available in Nairobi. Prices start at $85.97 per night.
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