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

The cheapest way to get from Kisumu to Rwanda is to bus via Kampala which costs $14 - $80 and takes 15h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kisumu to Rwanda is to fly which takes 5h 16m and costs $330 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between Kisumu and Rwanda?

No, there is no direct bus from Kisumu to Rwanda. However, there are services departing from Kisumu and arriving at Nyabugogo Bus Stn via Busia and Trinity Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 38m.

How far is it from Kisumu to Rwanda?

The distance between Kisumu and Rwanda is 569 km. The road distance is 806.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Kisumu to Rwanda without a car is to bus via Kampala which takes 15h 38m and costs $14 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Kisumu to Rwanda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kisumu to Rwanda bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Kisumu to Rwanda?

The best way to get from Kisumu to Rwanda is to fly which takes 5h 16m and costs $330 - $490. Alternatively, you can bus via Kampala, which costs $14 - $80 and takes 15h 38m.

Where does the Kisumu to Rwanda bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Kisumu and Rwanda?

Rwanda is 1h behind Kisumu. It is currently 10:54 AM in Kisumu and 9:54 AM in Rwanda.

Can I drive from Kisumu to Rwanda?

Yes, the driving distance between Kisumu to Rwanda is 807 km. It takes approximately 11h 38m to drive from Kisumu to Rwanda.

Where can I stay near Rwanda?

There are 893+ hotels available in Rwanda.

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

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

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Fly from Kisumu International Airport
best
1. Fly from Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Kigali International Airport (KGL)plane KIS - KGL
5h 16m
$336–489
Bus via Kampala
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
15h 38m
$15–78
Drive 806.6 km
1. Drive from Kisumu to Kigalicar 806.6 km
11h 38m
$104–150
Drive to Eldoret International Airport, fly
1. Drive from Kisumu to Eldoret International Airport (EDL)car
2. Fly from Eldoret International Airport (EDL) to Kigali International Airport (KGL)plane EDL - KGL
6h 34m
$263–718
Bus
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
16h 5m
$21–80

Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Kigali International Airport (KGL) flights

16Weekly Planes

6h 9mAverage Duration

$324Cheapest Price

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Distance: 568.9 km
Duration: 5h 16m

What companies run services between Kisumu, Kenya and Rwanda?

Kenya Airways, Safarilink, and Jambojet Limited fly from Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Kigali International Airport (KGL) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kisumu to Nyabugogo Bus Stn via Busia, Kampala, and Trinity Bus Terminal in around 15h 38m.

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