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

The cheapest way to get from Mbeya to Kisumu is to train and bus which costs $45 - $65 and takes 2 days 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Mbeya to Kisumu is to fly which takes 14h 36m and costs $260 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Mbeya and Kisumu?

No, there is no direct bus from Mbeya to Kisumu. However, there are services departing from Mbeya and arriving at Kisumu via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, Koja and Nairobi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 33m.

How far is it from Mbeya to Kisumu?

The distance between Mbeya and Kisumu is 1001 km. The road distance is 1284.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Mbeya to Kisumu without a car is to bus via Nairobi which takes 34h 33m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 14h 36m to get from Mbeya to Kisumu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mbeya to Kisumu bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Mbeya to Kisumu?

The best way to get from Mbeya to Kisumu is to fly which takes 14h 36m and costs $260 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus via Nairobi, which costs and takes 34h 33m.

Where does the Mbeya to Kisumu bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mbeya to Kisumu?

Yes, the driving distance between Mbeya to Kisumu is 1284 km. It takes approximately 27h 47m to drive from Mbeya to Kisumu.

Where can I stay near Kisumu?

There are 393+ hotels available in Kisumu.

Mbeya to Kisumu - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Mbeya to Kisumu by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly to Kisumu International Airport
best
1. Fly from Mbeya Airport (MBI) to Kisumu International Airport (KIS)plane MBI - KIS
14h 36m
$264–755
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mbeya to Dar es salaamtrain
2. Take the train from Dar es Salaam to Moshitrain
3. Take the bus from Moshi to Nairobibus
4. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kisumubus
2d 6h
$46–64
Bus via Nairobi
1. Take the bus from Mbeya to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Nairobibus
3. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kisumubus
34h 33m
Drive 1,284.2 km
1. Drive from Mbeya to Kisumucar 1,284.2 km
27h 47m
$160–231
Fly to Eldoret International Airport, drive
1. Fly from Mbeya Airport (MBI) to Eldoret International Airport (EDL)plane MBI - EDL
2. Drive from Eldoret International Airport (EDL) to Kisumucar
16h 24m
$336–979
Fly to Nairobi, bus
1. Fly from Mbeya Airport (MBI) to Nairobi (NBO)plane MBI - NBO
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kisumubus
14h 55m
$201–609
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mbeya to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Nairobibus
3. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kisumubus
35h 24m
Bus via Mbeya
1. Take the bus from Mbeya to Dar es Salaambus
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Nairobibus
3. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kisumubus
39h 15m

Mbeya Airport (MBI) to Kisumu International Airport (KIS) flights

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12h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,000.8 km
Duration: 14h 36m

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

Air Tanzania and Jambojet Limited fly from Mbeya Airport (MBI) to Kisumu International Airport (KIS) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mbeya to Kisumu via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, Nairobi, Koja, Tusker/Ronald Ngala, and Nairobi in around 34h 33m.

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