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

The cheapest way to get from Harare to Kisumu is to bus via Nairobi which costs $80 - $130 and takes 2 days 10h.

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

The fastest way to get from Harare to Kisumu is to fly which takes 5h 35m and costs $550 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Harare and Kisumu?

No, there is no direct bus from Harare to Kisumu. However, there are services departing from RoadPort and arriving at Kisumu via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, Koja and Nairobi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 10h.

How far is it from Harare to Kisumu?

The distance between Harare and Kisumu is 2043 km. The road distance is 2651.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Harare to Kisumu without a car is to bus via Nairobi which takes 2 days 10h and costs $80 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Harare to Kisumu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harare to Kisumu bus from?

Harare to Kisumu bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, depart from RoadPort station.

Bus or fly from Harare to Kisumu?

The best way to get from Harare to Kisumu is to fly which takes 5h 35m and costs $550 - $900. Alternatively, you can bus via Nairobi, which costs $80 - $130 and takes 2 days 10h.

Where does the Harare to Kisumu bus arrive?

Harare to Kisumu bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, arrive at Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Harare and Kisumu?

Kisumu is 1h ahead of Harare. It is currently 4:01 PM in Harare and 5:01 PM in Kisumu.

Can I drive from Harare to Kisumu?

Yes, the driving distance between Harare to Kisumu is 2652 km. It takes approximately 2 days 0h to drive from Harare to Kisumu.

Where can I stay near Kisumu?

There are 362+ hotels available in Kisumu.

Harare to Kisumu - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Harare to Kisumu by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE) to Kisumu International Airport (KIS)plane HRE - KIS
5h 35m
$586–894
Bus via Nairobi
cheapest
1. Take the bus from RoadPort to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Nairobibus
3. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kisumubus
2d 10h
$83–127
Drive 2,651.6 km
1. Drive from Harare to Kisumucar 2,651.6 km
2d
$485–700
Bus
1. Take the bus from RoadPort to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Nairobibus
3. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kisumubus
2d 11h
$116–126
Bus via Kisumu
1. Take the bus from RoadPort to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Nairobibus
3. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kisumubus
2d 12h

Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE) to Kisumu International Airport (KIS) flights

11Weekly Planes

7h 16mAverage Duration

$241Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,043 km
Duration: 5h 35m

What companies run services between Harare, Zimbabwe and Kisumu, Kenya?

Kenya Airways, Jambojet Limited, and three other airlines fly from Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE) to Kisumu International Airport (KIS) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from RoadPort to Kisumu via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, Nairobi, Koja, Tusker/Ronald Ngala, and Nairobi in around 2d 10h.

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