What is the cheapest way to get from Kigali to Watamu?

The cheapest way to get from Kigali to Watamu is to bus and train and drive which costs $70 - $200 and takes 30h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kigali to Watamu?

The fastest way to get from Kigali to Watamu is to fly which takes 6h 15m and costs $470 - $1,500.

Is there a direct bus between Kigali and Watamu?

No, there is no direct bus from Kigali to Watamu. However, there are services departing from Nyabugogo Bus Park and arriving at Malindi via Nairobi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 2m.

How far is it from Kigali to Watamu?

The distance between Kigali and Watamu is 1146 km. The road distance is 1464.8 km.

How do I travel from Kigali to Watamu without a car?

The best way to get from Kigali to Watamu without a car is to bus which takes 30h 2m and costs $110 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Kigali to Watamu?

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Kigali to Watamu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kigali to Watamu bus from?

Kigali to Watamu bus services, operated by Trinity Express, depart from Nyabugogo Bus Park station.

Bus or fly from Kigali to Watamu?

The best way to get from Kigali to Watamu is to fly which takes 6h 15m and costs $470 - $1,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $170 and takes 30h 2m.

Where does the Kigali to Watamu bus arrive?

Kigali to Watamu bus services, operated by Trinity Express, arrive at Duruma Rd station.

What is the time difference between Kigali and Watamu?

Watamu is 1h ahead of Kigali. It is currently 4:15 PM in Kigali and 5:15 PM in Watamu.

Can I drive from Kigali to Watamu?

Yes, the driving distance between Kigali to Watamu is 1465 km. It takes approximately 25h 38m to drive from Kigali to Watamu.

Where can I stay near Watamu?

There are 638+ hotels available in Watamu.

Kigali to Watamu - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Kigali to Watamu by plane, bus, car, or train

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Fly to Malindi
best
1. Fly from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Malindi (MYD)plane KGL - MYD
6h 15m
$471–1,451
Bus, train, drive
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nyabugogo Bus Park to Duruma Rdbus
2. Take the train from Nairobi to Mariakanitrain
3. Drive from Mariakani to Watamucar
30h 45m
$73–192
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nyabugogo Bus Park to Duruma Rdbus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Malindibus
30h 2m
$110–165
Drive 1,464.8 km
1. Drive from Kigali to Watamucar 1,464.8 km
25h 38m
$189–273
Fly to Mombasa, bus
1. Fly from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Mombasa (MBA)plane KGL - MBA
2. Take the bus from Mombasa to Malindibus
9h 13m
$345–640
Bus via Kilifi
1. Take the bus from Kigali to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kilifibus
3. Take the bus from Kilifi to Malindibus
36h 17m
$138–186

Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Malindi (MYD) flights

23Weekly Planes

5h 9mAverage Duration

$93Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Kigali to Watamu.

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Distance: 1,146.1 km
Duration: 6h 15m

What companies run services between Kigali, Rwanda and Watamu, Kenya?

Kenya Airways, Jambojet Limited, and Rwandair Express fly from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Malindi (MYD) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nyabugogo Bus Park to Watamu via Duruma Rd, Nairobi, and Malindi in around 30h 2m.

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