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

The cheapest way to get from Kisumu to Watamu is to bus and train and drive which costs $28 - $140 and takes 15h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kisumu to Watamu is to fly which takes 3h 27m and costs $280 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Kisumu and Watamu?

No, there is no direct bus from Kisumu to Watamu. However, there are services departing from Kisumu and arriving at Malindi via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 22m.

How far is it from Kisumu to Watamu?

The distance between Kisumu and Watamu is 718 km. The road distance is 889.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kisumu to Watamu without a car is to bus which takes 16h 22m and costs $60 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Kisumu to Watamu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kisumu to Watamu bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Kisumu to Watamu?

The best way to get from Kisumu to Watamu is to fly which takes 3h 27m and costs $280 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $80 and takes 16h 22m.

Where does the Kisumu to Watamu bus arrive?

Kisumu to Watamu bus services, operated by Tahmeed Coach Ltd, arrive at Malindi station.

Can I drive from Kisumu to Watamu?

Yes, the driving distance between Kisumu to Watamu is 890 km. It takes approximately 11h 17m to drive from Kisumu to Watamu.

Where can I stay near Watamu?

There are 639+ hotels available in Watamu.

Kisumu to Watamu - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Kisumu to Watamu by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly from Kisumu International Airport
best
1. Fly from Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Malindi (MYD)plane KIS - MYD
3h 27m
$284–547
Bus, train, drive
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kisumu to Nairobibus
2. Take the train from Nairobi to Mariakanitrain
3. Drive from Mariakani to Watamucar
15h 52m
$29–136
Drive 889.8 km
1. Drive from Kisumu to Watamucar 889.8 km
11h 17m
$140–202
Drive to Eldoret International Airport, fly
1. Drive from Kisumu to Eldoret International Airport (EDL)car
2. Fly from Eldoret International Airport (EDL) to Malindi (MYD)plane EDL - MYD
5h 51m
$151–673
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kisumu to Malindibus
16h 22m
$64–78
Bus via Mombasa
1. Take the bus from Kisumu to Mombasabus
2. Take the bus from Mombasa to Malindibus
18h 47m
$70–94

Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Malindi (MYD) flights

39Weekly Planes

3h 45mAverage Duration

$71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 717.9 km
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Kisumu, Kenya and Watamu, Kenya?

FlexFlight ApS, Safarilink, and two other airlines fly from Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Malindi (MYD) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Tahmeed Coach Ltd operates a bus from Kisumu to Malindi 3 times a day. Tickets cost $19–24 and the journey takes 16h.

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