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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Mwanza to Kisumu

Composite routes from Mwanza to Kisumu

Cheapest
6 h 58 min
Car
481 km.
from $26
Other
7 h 31 min
Bus, Plane
337 km.
from $227.75
18 h 47 min
338 km.
from $33.63
7 h 37 min
Plane
337 km.
from $204.73
19 h 52 min
338 km.
from $40.37

Transport providers

Airlines

AirKenya Express

Website:
airkenya.com/
Plane from Maasai Mara Game Reserve to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$228.26

Charterlines, Inc.

Website:
charterlines.com/
Plane from Mwanza Airport to Grumeti
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$217.39

Bus operators

The Guardian Coach

Phone:
+254 726 511 628
Email:
info@theguardiancoach.com
Website:
theguardian.co.ke/booking/schedules.html
Bus from Nairobi to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.43–$13.04

Modern Coast

Phone:
+254 709 897 000
Email:
customercare@modern.co.ke
Website:
modern.co.ke/
Bus from Mwanza to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
11h 38m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$0.60–$42.12

Easy Coach

Phone:
+254 0202210711
Email:
support@easycoachkenya.com
Website:
easycoachkenya.com/
Bus from Nairobi to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$9.24–$14.13

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Mwanza to Kisumu is to bus which costs $5.98 - $59.78 and takes 18h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mwanza to Kisumu is to drive which takes 6h 58m and costs $54.35 - $86.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Mwanza and Kisumu?

No, there is no direct bus from Mwanza to Kisumu. However, there are services departing from Mwanza and arriving at Kisumu via Nairobi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 47m.

How far is it from Mwanza to Kisumu?

The distance between Mwanza and Kisumu is 550 km. The road distance is 481.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Mwanza to Kisumu without a car is to bus which takes 18h 47m and costs $5.98 - $59.78 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 31m to get from Mwanza to Kisumu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mwanza to Kisumu bus from?

Mwanza to Kisumu bus services, operated by Modern Coast, depart from Mwanza station.

Where does the Mwanza to Kisumu bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mwanza to Kisumu?

Yes, the driving distance between Mwanza to Kisumu is 481 km. It takes approximately 6h 58m to drive from Mwanza 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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