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

The cheapest way to get from Kisumu to Kigoma is to bus and train which costs $35 - $65 and takes 2 days 16h.

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

The fastest way to get from Kisumu to Kigoma is to fly which takes 6h 47m and costs $310 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Kisumu and Kigoma?

No, there is no direct bus from Kisumu to Kigoma. However, there are services departing from Kisumu and arriving at Kigoma via Otc, Nairobi and Dar es Salaam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41h 56m.

How far is it from Kisumu to Kigoma?

The distance between Kisumu and Kigoma is 943 km. The road distance is 1036.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kisumu to Kigoma without a car is to bus via Nairobi which takes 41h 56m and costs $29 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 7h 4m to get from Kisumu to Kigoma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kisumu to Kigoma bus from?

Kisumu to Kigoma bus services, operated by The Guardian Coach, depart from Kisumu station.

Bus or fly from Kisumu to Kigoma?

The best way to get from Kisumu to Kigoma is to bus via Nairobi which takes 41h 56m and costs $29 - $80. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $310 - $900 and takes 6h 47m.

Where does the Kisumu to Kigoma bus arrive?

Kisumu to Kigoma bus services, operated by The Guardian Coach, arrive at Nairobi station.

Can I drive from Kisumu to Kigoma?

Yes, the driving distance between Kisumu to Kigoma is 1037 km. It takes approximately 17h 17m to drive from Kisumu to Kigoma.

Where can I stay near Kigoma?

There are six+ hotels available in Kigoma.

Kisumu to Kigoma - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

How to get fromKisumu to Kigoma

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 8 ways to get from Kisumu to Kigoma by plane, car, bus, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Kisumu International Airport to Bujumbura, drive
best
1. Fly from Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Bujumbura (BJM)plane KIS - BJM
2. Drive from Bujumbura (BJM) to Kigomacar
7h 4m
$335–868
Bus via Nairobi
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kisumu to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Kigomabus
41h 56m
$30–76
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kisumu to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Moshibus
3. Take the train from Moshi to Dar es Salaamtrain
4. Take the train from Dar es Salaam to Kigomatrain
2d 16h
$39–64
Drive 1,036.7 km
1. Drive from Kisumu to Kigomacar 1,036.7 km
17h 17m
$129–186
Fly Kisumu International Airport to Kigoma
1. Fly from Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Kigoma (TKQ)plane KIS - TKQ
6h 47m
$310–874
Drive to Eldoret International Airport, fly to Bujumbura, drive
1. Drive from Kisumu to Eldoret International Airport (EDL)car
2. Fly from Eldoret International Airport (EDL) to Bujumbura (BJM)plane EDL - BJM
3. Drive from Bujumbura (BJM) to Kigomacar
10h 22m
$592–1,067
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kisumu to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Kigomabus
42h 46m
$63–75
Bus via Kisumu
1. Take the bus from Kisumu to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Dar es Salaambus
3. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Kigomabus
43h 30m

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

12Weekly Planes

5h 1mAverage Duration

$290Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kisumu to Kigoma.

Launch map view

Distance: 943.1 km
Duration: 7h 4m

What companies run services between Kisumu, Kenya and Kigoma, Tanzania?

You can take a bus from Kisumu to Kigoma via Nairobi, Otc, Kencom/Ambassadeur, Nairobi, Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, and Dar es Salaam in around 41h 56m. Alternatively, Kenya Airways and Air Tanzania fly from Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Kigoma (TKQ) 5 times a week.

Airlines