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

The cheapest way to get from Kampala to Kisumu is to bus which costs $8 - $13 and takes 7h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kampala to Kisumu is to drive which takes 4h 29m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Kampala and Kisumu?

No, there is no direct bus from Kampala to Kisumu. However, there are services departing from Kampala and arriving at Kisumu via Busia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

How far is it from Kampala to Kisumu?

The distance between Kampala and Kisumu is 302 km. The road distance is 308 km.

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

The best way to get from Kampala to Kisumu without a car is to bus which takes 7h 25m and costs $8 - $13.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Kampala to Kisumu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kampala to Kisumu bus from?

Kampala to Kisumu bus services, operated by Buscar E.A Limited, depart from Kampala station.

Where does the Kampala to Kisumu bus arrive?

Kampala to Kisumu bus services, operated by Buscar E.A Limited, arrive at Busia station.

Can I drive from Kampala to Kisumu?

Yes, the driving distance between Kampala to Kisumu is 308 km. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Kampala to Kisumu.

Where can I stay near Kisumu?

There are 343+ hotels available in Kisumu.

Kampala to Kisumu - 4 ways to travel via bus, plane, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kampala to Kisumu by bus, plane, or car

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Bus, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Gapco - Post Office to Entebbe Townbus
2. Fly from Entebbe (EBB) to Kisumu International Airport (KIS)plane EBB - KIS
3h 9m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kampala to Busiabus
2. Take the bus from Busia to Kisumubus
7h 25m
$9–12
Drive 308 km
1. Drive from Kampala to Kisumucar 308 km
4h 29m
$46–67
Bus via Kampala
1. Take the bus from Kampala to Busiabus
2. Take the bus from Busia to Kisumubus
8h 4m
$13–14

Entebbe (EBB) to Kisumu International Airport (KIS) flights

14Weekly Planes

45 minAverage Duration

$208Cheapest Price

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Distance: 301.7 km
Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Kampala, Uganda and Kisumu, Kenya?

You can take a bus from Kampala to Kisumu via Busia in around 7h 25m.

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