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

The cheapest way to get from Kisumu to Tanga is to bus which costs $28 - $31 and takes 19h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kisumu to Tanga is to fly and bus which takes 6h 34m and costs $170 - $320.

Is there a direct bus between Kisumu and Tanga?

No, there is no direct bus from Kisumu to Tanga. However, there are services departing from Kisumu and arriving at Tanga via Mombasa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 36m.

How far is it from Kisumu to Tanga?

The distance between Kisumu and Tanga is 884 km. The road distance is 923.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kisumu to Tanga without a car is to bus and train which takes 19h 14m and costs $50 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Kisumu to Tanga, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kisumu to Tanga bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Kisumu to Tanga?

The best way to get from Kisumu to Tanga is to fly which takes 15h 19m and costs $450 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28 - $31 and takes 19h 36m.

Where does the Kisumu to Tanga bus arrive?

Kisumu to Tanga bus services, operated by Tahmeed Coach Ltd, arrive at Mombasa station.

Can I drive from Kisumu to Tanga?

Yes, the driving distance between Kisumu to Tanga is 923 km. It takes approximately 12h 36m to drive from Kisumu to Tanga.

Where can I stay near Tanga?

There are 16+ hotels available in Tanga.

Kisumu to Tanga - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 7 ways to get from Kisumu to Tanga by plane, bus, train, car, or taxi

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Fly to Mombasa, bus
best
1. Fly from Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Mombasa (MBA)plane KIS - MBA
2. Take the bus from Mombasa to Tangabus
6h 34m
$175–313
Bus via Kisumu
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kisumu to Mombasabus
2. Take the bus from Mombasa to Tangabus
20h 16m
$27–41
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kisumu to Nairobibus
2. Take the train from Nairobi to Mombasatrain
3. Take the bus from Mombasa to Tangabus
19h 14m
$52–161
Drive 923.1 km
1. Drive from Kisumu to Tangacar 923.1 km
12h 36m
$145–209
Fly to Ukunda, taxi, bus
1. Fly from Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Ukunda (UKA)plane KIS - UKA
2. Take the taxi from Ukunda (UKA) to Mombasataxi
3. Take the bus from Mombasa to Tangabus
8h 41m
$354–417
Fly to Tanga Airport
1. Fly from Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Tanga Airport (TGT)plane KIS - TGT
15h 19m
$457–1,122
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kisumu to Mombasabus
2. Take the bus from Mombasa to Tangabus
19h 36m
$28–31

Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Mombasa (MBA) flights

43Weekly Planes

3h 6mAverage Duration

$64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 883.7 km
Duration: 6h 34m

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

Kenya Airways, Auric Air Services Limited, and three other airlines fly from Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Tanga Airport (TGT) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kisumu to Tanga via Mombasa and Mombasa in around 19h 36m.

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