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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kisumu to Nairobi

Composite routes from Kisumu to Nairobi

Cheapest
5 h 4 min
Car
359 km.
from $19
Other
3 h 7 min
Plane
276 km.
from $80.13
8 h 44 min
276 km.
from $12.76
4 h 27 min
Bus, Plane
276 km.
from $149.40
4 h 3 min
Plane
276 km.
from $196.11

Transport providers

Airlines

FlexFlight ApS

Website:
flexflight.dk/
Plane from Kisumu International Airport to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$38.04–$380.43

Kenya Airways

Website:
kenya-airways.com/
Plane from Eldoret International Airport to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$21.74–$347.83
Plane from Kisumu International Airport to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$29.35–$445.65

Safarilink

Website:
flysafarilink.com/
Plane from Kisumu International Airport to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$38.04–$380.43

Renegade Air

Website:
flyrenegadeair.com/en
Plane from Kisumu International Airport to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$21.74–$336.96

Jambojet Limited

Website:
jambojet.com/
Plane from Eldoret International Airport to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$21.74–$347.83
Plane from Kisumu International Airport to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$29.35–$445.65

Bus operators

Tahmeed Coach Ltd

Phone:
0724 581902
Website:
tahmeedexpress.com/
Bus from Kitale to Eldoret
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.63–$27.17

Easy Coach

Phone:
+254 0202210711
Email:
support@easycoachkenya.com
Website:
easycoachkenya.com/
Bus from Eldoret to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$8.15–$11.96
Bus from Kitale to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
11h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.33–$14.13

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kisumu to Nairobi is to bus which costs $10.33 - $14.13 and takes 11h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kisumu to Nairobi is to drive and fly which takes 3h 7m and costs $65.22 - $119.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Kisumu and Nairobi?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kitale and arriving at Nairobi. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 45m.

How far is it from Kisumu to Nairobi?

The distance between Kisumu and Nairobi is 435 km. The road distance is 380.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kisumu to Nairobi without a car is to bus via Eldoret which takes 8h 44m and costs $9.78 - $39.13 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Kisumu to Nairobi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kisumu to Nairobi bus from?

Kisumu to Nairobi bus services, operated by Tahmeed Coach Ltd, depart from Kitale station.

Where does the Kisumu to Nairobi bus arrive?

Kisumu to Nairobi bus services, operated by Tahmeed Coach Ltd, arrive at Eldoret station.

Can I drive from Kisumu to Nairobi?

Yes, the driving distance between Kisumu to Nairobi is 380 km. It takes approximately 5h 27m to drive from Kisumu to Nairobi.

Where can I stay near Nairobi?

There are 5307+ hotels available in Nairobi. Prices start at $60.90 per night.
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