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

The cheapest way to get from Kampala to Nairobi is to bus which costs $19 - $35 and takes 15h.

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

The fastest way to get from Kampala to Nairobi is to fly which takes 8h 41m and costs $300 - $450.

Is there a direct bus between Kampala and Nairobi?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kampala and arriving at Nairobi. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15h.

How far is it from Kampala to Nairobi?

The distance between Kampala and Nairobi is 585 km. The road distance is 633.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kampala to Nairobi without a car is to bus which takes 15h and costs $19 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Kampala to Nairobi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kampala to Nairobi bus from?

Kampala to Nairobi bus services, operated by MASH, depart from Kampala station.

Bus or fly from Kampala to Nairobi?

The best way to get from Kampala to Nairobi is to bus which takes 15h and costs $19 - $35. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $300 - $450 and takes 8h 41m.

Where does the Kampala to Nairobi bus arrive?

Kampala to Nairobi bus services, operated by MASH, arrive at Nairobi station.

Can I drive from Kampala to Nairobi?

Yes, the driving distance between Kampala to Nairobi is 634 km. It takes approximately 9h 10m to drive from Kampala to Nairobi.

Where can I stay near Nairobi?

There are 11233+ hotels available in Nairobi.

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

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

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Bus, fly to Nairobi
best
1. Take the bus from Gapco - Post Office to Entebbe Townbus
2. Fly from Entebbe (EBB) to Nairobi (NBO)plane EBB - NBO
5h 19m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kampala to Nairobibus
15h
$19–35
Drive 633.8 km
1. Drive from Kampala to Nairobicar 633.8 km
9h 10m
$95–137
Fly to Nairobi Wilson Airport
1. Fly from Entebbe (EBB) to Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)plane EBB - WIL
8h 41m
$300–450

Entebbe (EBB) to Nairobi (NBO) flights

67Weekly Planes

1h 17mAverage Duration

$181Cheapest Price

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Distance: 585 km
Duration: 5h 19m

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

MASH operates a bus from Kampala to Nairobi 3 times a day. Tickets cost $19–35 and the journey takes 15h. Four other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Safarilink, FlexFlight ApS, and four other airlines fly from Entebbe (EBB) to Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) 5 times a day.

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