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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Nairobi to Musanze

Composite routes from Nairobi to Musanze

Cheapest
16 h 25 min
Car
1158 km.
from $63
Other
5 h 55 min
Bus, Plane
797 km.
from $305.05
5 h 56 min
Bus, Plane
797 km.
from $511.03

Transport providers

Airlines

Rwandair Express

Website:
rwandair.com/
Plane from Nairobi to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$266.78–$825.74

Kenya Airways

Website:
kenya-airways.com/
Plane from Nairobi to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$228.67–$546.26
Plane from Nairobi to Goma
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$52.09–$406.52

Jambojet Limited

Website:
jambojet.com/
Plane from Nairobi to Goma
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$52.09–$406.52

Bus operators

Modern Coast

Phone:
+254 709 897 000
Email:
customercare@modern.co.ke
Website:
modern.co.ke/
Bus from Nairobi to Cyanika
Ave. Duration:
19h 26m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.14–$67.04

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Musanze is to bus which costs $1 - $59.78 and takes 21h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nairobi to Musanze is to fly and taxi which takes 5h 55m and costs $260.87 - $445.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Nairobi and Musanze?

No, there is no direct bus from Nairobi to Musanze. However, there are services departing from Nairobi and arriving at Musanze via Cyanika A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 8m.

How far is it from Nairobi to Musanze?

The distance between Nairobi and Musanze is 885 km. The road distance is 1157.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Nairobi to Musanze without a car is to bus which takes 21h 8m and costs $1 - $59.78 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 55m to get from Nairobi to Musanze, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nairobi to Musanze bus from?

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

Where does the Nairobi to Musanze bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Nairobi and Musanze?

Musanze is 1h behind Nairobi. It is currently 12:39 in Nairobi and 11:39 in Musanze.

Can I drive from Nairobi to Musanze?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi to Musanze is 1157 km. It takes approximately 16h 24m to drive from Nairobi to Musanze.

Where can I stay near Musanze?

There are 48+ hotels available in Musanze. Prices start at $17.20 per night.
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