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

The cheapest way to get from Kisumu to Mbeya is to bus and train which costs $45 - $65 and takes 46h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kisumu to Mbeya is to fly which takes 8h 4m and costs $280 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Kisumu and Mbeya?

No, there is no direct bus from Kisumu to Mbeya. However, there are services departing from Kisumu and arriving at Mbeya via Otc, Nairobi and Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 35m.

How far is it from Kisumu to Mbeya?

The distance between Kisumu and Mbeya is 1000 km. The road distance is 1283.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kisumu to Mbeya without a car is to bus via Nairobi which takes 34h 35m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 4m to get from Kisumu to Mbeya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kisumu to Mbeya bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Kisumu to Mbeya?

The best way to get from Kisumu to Mbeya is to fly which takes 8h 4m and costs $280 - $900. Alternatively, you can bus via Nairobi, which costs and takes 34h 35m.

Where does the Kisumu to Mbeya bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kisumu to Mbeya?

Yes, the driving distance between Kisumu to Mbeya is 1283 km. It takes approximately 27h 46m to drive from Kisumu to Mbeya.

Where can I stay near Mbeya?

There are 21+ hotels available in Mbeya.

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

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

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

Fly from Kisumu International Airport
best
1. Fly from Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane KIS - MBI
8h 4m
$284–867
Bus, train
cheapest
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 Mbeyatrain
46h 32m
$46–64
Bus via Nairobi
1. Take the bus from Kisumu to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Mbeyabus
34h 35m
Drive 1,283.4 km
1. Drive from Kisumu to Mbeyacar 1,283.4 km
27h 46m
$160–231
Drive to Eldoret International Airport, fly
1. Drive from Kisumu to Eldoret International Airport (EDL)car
2. Fly from Eldoret International Airport (EDL) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane EDL - MBI
11h 23m
$332–1,017
Bus to Nairobi, fly
1. Take the bus from Kisumu to Nairobibus
2. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane NBO - MBI
15h 29m
$198–615
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 Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Mbeyabus
35h 24m
Bus via Mbeya
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 Mbeyabus
39h 15m

Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Mbeya Airport (MBI) flights

17Weekly Planes

8h 46mAverage Duration

$279Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,000.3 km
Duration: 8h 4m

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

Jambojet Limited, Kenya Airways, and Air Tanzania fly from Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Mbeya Airport (MBI) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kisumu to Mbeya via Nairobi, Otc, Kencom/Ambassadeur, Nairobi, and Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal in around 34h 35m.

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