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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Nairobi to Butare

Composite routes from Nairobi to Butare

Cheapest
18 h 2 min
Car
1284 km.
from $70
Other
7 h 16 min
Bus, Plane
798 km.
from $245.98
18 h 56 min
798 km.
from $29
6 h 45 min
Bus, Plane
798 km.
from $397.45
8 h 14 min
Bus, Plane
798 km.
from $392.14
10 h 14 min
Bus, Plane
798 km.
from $358.46
24 h 8 min
798 km.
from $51.50

Transport providers

Airlines

Rwandair Express

Website:
rwandair.com/
Plane from Nairobi to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$228.26–$706.52
Plane from Nairobi to Kamembe
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$195.65–$543.48

Kenya Airways

Website:
kenya-airways.com/
Plane from Nairobi to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$195.65–$467.39
Plane from Nairobi to Bujumbura
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$597.83
Plane from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
9h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$532.61

Auric Air Services Limited

Website:
auricair.com/
Plane from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
7h 30m
Frequency:
Wednesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$130.43–$652.17

Bus operators

Modern Coast

Phone:
+254 709 897 000
Email:
customercare@modern.co.ke
Website:
modern.co.ke/
Bus from Nairobi to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
16h 16m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$0.98–$51.09

Volcano Express Ltd

Phone:
+250788351253
Email:
info@volcanoexpress.co.rw
Website:
facebook.com/VolcanoLtd/
Bus from Kigali to Huye
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.79

Trinity Express

Website:
trinityexpress.rw/
Bus from Duruma Rd to Nyabugogo
Ave. Duration:
21h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$49.71

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Butare is to bus which costs $2.72 - $53.26 and takes 18h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nairobi to Butare is to fly and drive which takes 6h 45m and costs $195.65 - $652.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Nairobi and Butare?

No, there is no direct bus from Nairobi to Butare. However, there are services departing from Nairobi and arriving at Huye via Kigali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 56m.

How far is it from Nairobi to Butare?

The distance between Nairobi and Butare is 917 km. The road distance is 1283.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Nairobi to Butare without a car is to bus which takes 18h 56m and costs $2.72 - $53.26 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 16m to get from Nairobi to Butare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nairobi to Butare bus from?

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

Where does the Nairobi to Butare bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Nairobi and Butare?

Butare is 1h behind Nairobi. It is currently 11:47 in Nairobi and 10:47 in Butare.

Can I drive from Nairobi to Butare?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi to Butare is 1284 km. It takes approximately 18h to drive from Nairobi to Butare.

Where can I stay near Butare?

There are seven+ hotels available in Butare. Prices start at $48.63 per night.
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