What is the cheapest way to get from Cape Town (Station) to Nairobi?

The cheapest way to get from Cape Town (Station) to Nairobi is to bus which costs $180 - $270 and takes 3 days 14h.

What is the fastest way to get from Cape Town (Station) to Nairobi?

The fastest way to get from Cape Town (Station) to Nairobi is to fly which takes 6h 54m and costs $300 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Cape Town (Station) and Nairobi?

No, there is no direct bus from Cape Town (Station) to Nairobi. However, there are services departing from Cape Town and arriving at Nairobi via Cape Town, RoadPort and Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 14h.

How far is it from Cape Town (Station) to Nairobi?

The distance between Cape Town (Station) and Nairobi is 4142 km. The road distance is 5128 km.

How do I travel from Cape Town (Station) to Nairobi without a car?

The best way to get from Cape Town (Station) to Nairobi without a car is to bus which takes 3 days 14h and costs $180 - $270.

How long does it take to get from Cape Town (Station) to Nairobi?

It takes approximately 6h 54m to get from Cape Town (Station) to Nairobi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cape Town (Station) to Nairobi bus from?

Cape Town (Station) to Nairobi bus services, operated by Tamuka Coaches, depart from Cape Town station.

Bus or fly from Cape Town (Station) to Nairobi?

The best way to get from Cape Town (Station) to Nairobi is to fly which takes 6h 54m and costs $300 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $180 - $270 and takes 3 days 14h.

Where does the Cape Town (Station) to Nairobi bus arrive?

Cape Town (Station) to Nairobi bus services, operated by Tamuka Coaches, arrive at Harare station.

What is the time difference between Cape Town (Station) and Nairobi?

Nairobi is 1h ahead of Cape Town (Station). It is currently 2:30 AM in Cape Town (Station) and 3:30 AM in Nairobi.

Can I drive from Cape Town (Station) to Nairobi?

Yes, the driving distance between Cape Town (Station) to Nairobi is 5128 km. It takes approximately 2 days 18h to drive from Cape Town (Station) to Nairobi.

Where can I stay near Nairobi?

There are 11496+ hotels available in Nairobi.

Cape Town (Station) to Nairobi - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Cape Town (Station) to Nairobi by plane, bus, car, bus (Greyhound), or car train

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Nairobi (NBO)plane CPT - NBO
6h 54m
$308–609
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cape Town to Hararebus
2. Take the bus from RoadPort to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Nairobibus
3d 14h
$189–269
Drive 5,128 km
1. Drive from Cape Town (Station) to Nairobicar 5,128 km
2d 18h
$716–1,034
Bus via Johannesburg
1. Take the bus from Cape Town Stn to Park Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Dar Es Salaambus
3. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Nairobibus
5d
$236–366
Car train, drive
1. Take the car train from Cape Town to Klerksdorpcartrain
2. Drive from Klerksdorp to Nairobicar
3d 17h
$527–843

Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Nairobi (NBO) flights

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7h 31mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Cape Town (Station) to Nairobi.

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Distance: 4,141.6 km
Duration: 6h 54m

What companies run services between Cape Town (Station), South Africa and Nairobi, Kenya?

Kenya Airways, Airlink, and two other airlines fly from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Nairobi (NBO) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Cape Town (Station) to Nairobi via Cape Town, Bellville, Cape Town, RoadPort, and Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal in around 3d 14h.

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