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

The cheapest way to get from Lubumbashi to Kisumu is to bus via Nairobi which costs $75 - $120 and takes 2 days 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Lubumbashi to Kisumu is to fly which takes 6h 3m and costs $300 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Lubumbashi and Kisumu?

No, there is no direct bus from Lubumbashi to Kisumu. However, there are services departing from Lubumbashi and arriving at Kisumu via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, Koja and Nairobi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 6h.

How far is it from Lubumbashi to Kisumu?

The distance between Lubumbashi and Kisumu is 1524 km. The road distance is 2140.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Lubumbashi to Kisumu without a car is to bus via Nairobi which takes 2 days 6h and costs $75 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Lubumbashi to Kisumu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lubumbashi to Kisumu bus from?

Lubumbashi to Kisumu bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, depart from Lubumbashi station.

Bus or fly from Lubumbashi to Kisumu?

The best way to get from Lubumbashi to Kisumu is to fly which takes 6h 3m and costs $300 - $850. Alternatively, you can bus via Nairobi, which costs $75 - $120 and takes 2 days 6h.

Where does the Lubumbashi to Kisumu bus arrive?

Lubumbashi to Kisumu bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, arrive at Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Lubumbashi and Kisumu?

Kisumu is 1h ahead of Lubumbashi. It is currently 9:04 PM in Lubumbashi and 10:04 PM in Kisumu.

Can I drive from Lubumbashi to Kisumu?

Yes, the driving distance between Lubumbashi to Kisumu is 2141 km. It takes approximately 37h 33m to drive from Lubumbashi to Kisumu.

Where can I stay near Kisumu?

There are 379+ hotels available in Kisumu.

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

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

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Fly to Kisumu International Airport
best
1. Fly from Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to Kisumu International Airport (KIS)plane FBM - KIS
6h 3m
$309–836
Bus via Nairobi
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lubumbashi to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Nairobibus
3. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kisumubus
2d 6h
$75–117
Drive 2,140.9 km
1. Drive from Lubumbashi to Kisumucar 2,140.9 km
37h 33m
$247–357
Fly to Eldoret International Airport, drive
1. Fly from Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to Eldoret International Airport (EDL)plane FBM - EDL
2. Drive from Eldoret International Airport (EDL) to Kisumucar
6h 10m
$455–1,334
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lubumbashi to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Nairobibus
3. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kisumubus
2d 7h
$108–116
Bus via Kisumu
1. Take the bus from Lubumbashi to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Nairobibus
3. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kisumubus
2d 8h

Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to Kisumu International Airport (KIS) flights

6Weekly Planes

5h 56mAverage Duration

$287Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,523.8 km
Duration: 6h 3m

What companies run services between Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo and Kisumu, Kenya?

Kenya Airways and Jambojet Limited fly from Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to Kisumu International Airport (KIS) 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lubumbashi to Kisumu via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, Nairobi, Koja, Tusker/Ronald Ngala, and Nairobi in around 2d 6h.

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