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

The cheapest way to get from Mombasa to Kisumu is to bus which costs $15 - $35 and takes 14h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mombasa to Kisumu is to fly which takes 2h 58m and costs $160 - $310.

Is there a direct bus between Mombasa and Kisumu?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mombasa and arriving at Kisumu. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h 24m.

How far is it from Mombasa to Kisumu?

The distance between Mombasa and Kisumu is 713 km. The road distance is 813.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Mombasa to Kisumu without a car is to bus which takes 14h 24m and costs $15 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Mombasa to Kisumu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mombasa to Kisumu bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Mombasa to Kisumu?

The best way to get from Mombasa to Kisumu is to fly which takes 2h 58m and costs $160 - $310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $15 - $35 and takes 14h 24m.

Where does the Mombasa to Kisumu bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mombasa to Kisumu?

Yes, the driving distance between Mombasa to Kisumu is 813 km. It takes approximately 10h 16m to drive from Mombasa to Kisumu.

How do I get a bus ticket from Mombasa to Kisumu?

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Where can I stay near Kisumu?

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

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

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Fly Mombasa to Kisumu International Airport
best
1. Fly from Mombasa (MBA) to Kisumu International Airport (KIS)plane MBA - KIS
2h 58m
$165–303
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mombasa to Kisumubus
14h 24m
$15–35
Train, taxi, bus
1. Take the train from Mombasa to Nairobitrain
2. Take the train from Nairobi to Gilgiltrain
3. Take the taxi from Gilgil to Nakurutaxi
4. Take the bus from Nakuru to Kisumubus
15h 15m
$115–239
Drive 813.1 km
1. Drive from Mombasa to Kisumucar 813.1 km
10h 16m
$94–136
Taxi to Ukunda, fly to Kisumu International Airport
1. Take the taxi from Mombasa to Ukunda (UKA)taxi
2. Fly from Ukunda (UKA) to Kisumu International Airport (KIS)plane UKA - KIS
4h 5m
$351–414
Fly Mombasa to Eldoret International Airport, drive
1. Fly from Mombasa (MBA) to Eldoret International Airport (EDL)plane MBA - EDL
2. Drive from Eldoret International Airport (EDL) to Kisumucar
3h 26m
$141–891
Bus via Nairobi
1. Take the bus from Mombasa to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kisumubus
16h 56m
$22–27

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

59Weekly Planes

3h 51mAverage Duration

$57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 713 km
Duration: 2h 58m

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

Kenya Airways, Safarilink, and two other airlines fly from Mombasa (MBA) to Kisumu International Airport (KIS) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Tahmeed Coach Ltd operates a bus from Mombasa to Kisumu twice daily. Tickets cost $16–21 and the journey takes 14h 24m. MASH also services this route once daily.

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