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

The cheapest way to get from Kisumu to Bujumbura is to bus which costs $42 - $47 and takes 23h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kisumu to Bujumbura is to fly which takes 3h 47m and costs $500 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Kisumu and Bujumbura?

No, there is no direct bus from Kisumu to Bujumbura. However, there are services departing from Kisumu and arriving at Bujumbura via Busia, Trinity Bus Terminal and Nyabugogo Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 5m.

How far is it from Kisumu to Bujumbura?

The distance between Kisumu and Bujumbura is 717 km. The road distance is 987 km.

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

The best way to get from Kisumu to Bujumbura without a car is to bus via Kigali which takes 21h 5m and costs $30 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Kisumu to Bujumbura, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kisumu to Bujumbura bus from?

Kisumu to Bujumbura bus services, operated by Tahmeed Coach Ltd, depart from Kisumu station.

Bus or fly from Kisumu to Bujumbura?

The best way to get from Kisumu to Bujumbura is to fly which takes 3h 47m and costs $500 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus via Kigali, which costs $30 - $100 and takes 21h 5m.

Where does the Kisumu to Bujumbura bus arrive?

Kisumu to Bujumbura bus services, operated by Tahmeed Coach Ltd, arrive at Busia station.

What is the time difference between Kisumu and Bujumbura?

Bujumbura is 1h behind Kisumu. It is currently 4:33 AM in Kisumu and 3:33 AM in Bujumbura.

Can I drive from Kisumu to Bujumbura?

Yes, the driving distance between Kisumu to Bujumbura is 987 km. It takes approximately 17h 22m to drive from Kisumu to Bujumbura.

Where can I stay near Bujumbura?

There are 32+ hotels available in Bujumbura.

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

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

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Fly from Kisumu International Airport
best
1. Fly from Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Bujumbura (BJM)plane KIS - BJM
3h 47m
$522–728
Bus via Kigali
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kisumu to Busiabus
2. Take the bus from Busia to Kampalabus
3. Take the bus from Trinity Bus Terminal to Nyabugogo Bus Stnbus
4. Take the bus from Nyabugogo Bus Stn to Bujumburabus
21h 5m
$35–100
Drive 987 km
1. Drive from Kisumu to Bujumburacar 987 km
17h 22m
$141–203
Drive to Eldoret International Airport, fly
1. Drive from Kisumu to Eldoret International Airport (EDL)car
2. Fly from Eldoret International Airport (EDL) to Bujumbura (BJM)plane EDL - BJM
7h 5m
$569–1,027
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kisumu to Busiabus
2. Take the bus from Busia to Kampalabus
3. Take the bus from Kampala to Bujumburabus
23h 36m
$43–47

Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Bujumbura (BJM) flights

12Weekly Planes

5h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 716.6 km
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Kisumu, Kenya and Bujumbura, Burundi?

Jambojet Limited and Kenya Airways fly from Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Bujumbura (BJM) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kisumu to Bujumbura via Busia, Busia, Kampala, Trinity Bus Terminal, and Nyabugogo Bus Stn in around 21h 5m.

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