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Lusaka, Zambia → Kisumu, Kenya

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Lusaka to Kisumu

Composite routes from Lusaka to Kisumu

Cheapest
41 h 34 min
Car
2736 km.
from $150
Other
38 h 37 min
1844 km.
from $108.11
35 h 14 min
1844 km.
Select a ticket
12 h 48 min
Bus, Plane
1843 km.
from $602.79
45 h 57 min
Bus, Train
1843 km.
from $5.43

Transport providers

Airlines

Kenya Airways

Website:
kenya-airways.com/
Plane from Lusaka to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
8h 52m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$119.57–$521.74
Plane from Lusaka to Eldoret
Ave. Duration:
10h 35m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$282.61–$1,304.35

Jambojet Limited

Website:
jambojet.com/
Plane from Lusaka to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Thursday
Estimated price:
$119.57–$521.74
Plane from Lusaka to Eldoret
Ave. Duration:
8h 50m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$293.48–$1,304.35

Bus operators

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

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:
$6.86

Classic Coach

Website:
srclassic.com/
Bus from Tunduma Terminal to Berelay
Ave. Duration:
13h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$80.41

Juldan Motors

Phone:
+260 211 247 683
Email:
Bus from Lusaka to Nakonde
Ave. Duration:
12h 38m
Frequency:
Once daily
Bus from Lusaka to Serenje
Ave. Duration:
5h 11m
Frequency:
Once daily

JKAS Bus Services

Phone:
+260 966608267
Email:
Website:
jkasbus.com/en
Bus from Inter-City Bus Terminus to Nakonde
Ave. Duration:
16h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.88

Train operators

Tanzania Zambia Railway Authority

Website:
tazarasite.com
Train from Serenje to Nakonde
Ave. Duration:
16h 42m
Frequency:
Twice a week

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Lusaka to Kisumu is to bus via Tunduma which costs $103.26 - $141.30 and takes 38h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lusaka to Kisumu is to fly which takes 8h 45m and costs $163.04 - $456.52 .

Is there a direct flight between Lusaka and Kisumu?

There are no direct flights between Lusaka and Kisumu. The fastest has 1 change and takes 7h 20m and costs $119.57 - $391.30 .

How far is it from Lusaka to Kisumu?

The distance between Lusaka and Kisumu is 1862 km. The road distance is 2736.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Lusaka to Kisumu without a car is to bus and train which takes 45h 57m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 45m to get from Lusaka to Kisumu, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Lusaka to Kisumu?

The best way to get from Lusaka to Kisumu is to fly which takes 8h 45m and costs $163.04 - $456.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 35h 14m.

What is the time difference between Lusaka and Kisumu?

Kisumu is 1h ahead of Lusaka. It is currently 12:32 in Lusaka and 13:32 in Kisumu.

Can I drive from Lusaka to Kisumu?

Yes, the driving distance between Lusaka to Kisumu is 2736 km. It takes approximately 41h 44m to drive from Lusaka 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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