What is the cheapest way to get from Mbale to Nairobi?

The cheapest way to get from Mbale to Nairobi is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 4h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mbale to Nairobi?

The fastest way to get from Mbale to Nairobi is to fly which takes 1h 4m and costs $140 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Mbale and Nairobi?

No, there is no direct bus from Mbale to Nairobi. However, there are services departing from Kaimosi and arriving at Nairobi via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

How far is it from Mbale to Nairobi?

The distance between Mbale and Nairobi is 293 km. The road distance is 345.3 km.

How do I travel from Mbale to Nairobi without a car?

The best way to get from Mbale to Nairobi without a car is to bus which takes 6h 33m and costs $50 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Mbale to Nairobi?

It takes approximately 1h 4m to get from Mbale to Nairobi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mbale to Nairobi bus from?

Mbale to Nairobi bus services, operated by Easy Coach, depart from Kaimosi station.

Bus or fly from Mbale to Nairobi?

The best way to get from Mbale to Nairobi is to fly which takes 1h 4m and costs $140 - $360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $65 and takes 6h 33m.

Where does the Mbale to Nairobi bus arrive?

Mbale to Nairobi bus services, operated by Easy Coach, arrive at Nairobi station.

Can I drive from Mbale to Nairobi?

Yes, the driving distance between Mbale to Nairobi is 345 km. It takes approximately 4h 58m to drive from Mbale to Nairobi.

Where can I stay near Nairobi?

There are 11331+ hotels available in Nairobi.

Mbale to Nairobi - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Mbale to Nairobi by plane, bus, or car

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Fly to Nairobi Wilson Airport
best
1. Fly from Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)plane KIS - WIL
1h 4m
$142–355
Drive 345.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Mbale to Nairobicar 345.3 km
4h 58m
$40–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kaimosi to Nairobibus
6h 33m
$53–65
Fly to Nairobi
1. Fly from Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Nairobi (NBO)plane KIS - NBO
2h 1m
$123–246
Bus via Kisumu
1. Take the bus from Kisumu to Nairobibus
6h 53m
$56–73
Bus via Kisumu #2
1. Take the bus from Kisumu to Nairobibus
7h 21m
$61–72

Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) flights

75Weekly Planes

49 minAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 292.9 km
Duration: 1h 4m

What companies run services between Mbale, Kenya and Nairobi, Kenya?

Safarilink, FlexFlight ApS, and two other airlines fly from Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) every 2 hours. Alternatively, Easy Coach operates a bus from Kaimosi to Nairobi 4 times a day. Tickets cost $11–15 and the journey takes 6h 15m.

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