What is the cheapest way to get from Nairobi (Station) to Kampala?

The cheapest way to get from Nairobi (Station) to Kampala is to bus which costs $19 - $35 and takes 15h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nairobi (Station) to Kampala?

The fastest way to get from Nairobi (Station) to Kampala is to fly and shuttle which takes 5h 44m and costs $320 - $480.

Is there a direct bus between Nairobi (Station) and Kampala?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nairobi and arriving at Kampala. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15h.

How far is it from Nairobi (Station) to Kampala?

The distance between Nairobi (Station) and Kampala is 556 km. The road distance is 635.3 km.

How do I travel from Nairobi (Station) to Kampala without a car?

The best way to get from Nairobi (Station) to Kampala without a car is to bus which takes 15h 12m and costs $19 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Nairobi (Station) to Kampala?

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Nairobi (Station) to Kampala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nairobi (Station) to Kampala bus from?

Nairobi (Station) to Kampala bus services, operated by MASH, depart from Nairobi station.

Where does the Nairobi (Station) to Kampala bus arrive?

Nairobi (Station) to Kampala bus services, operated by MASH, arrive at Kampala station.

Can I drive from Nairobi (Station) to Kampala?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi (Station) to Kampala is 635 km. It takes approximately 9h 9m to drive from Nairobi (Station) to Kampala.

Where can I stay near Kampala?

There are 1794+ hotels available in Kampala.

Nairobi (Station) to Kampala - 4 ways to travel via plane, shuttle, bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Nairobi (Station) to Kampala by plane, shuttle, bus, or car

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Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Entebbe (EBB)plane WIL - EBB
2. Take a shuttle bus from Entebbe to Kampalashuttle
5h 44m
$327–479
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kampalabus
15h 12m
$19–35
Drive 635.3 km
1. Drive from Nairobi (Station) to Kampalacar 635.3 km
9h 9m
$95–138
Fly from Nairobi, shuttle
1. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Entebbe (EBB)plane NBO - EBB
2. Take a shuttle bus from Entebbe to Kampalashuttle
6h 8m
$195–286

Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Entebbe (EBB) flights

25Weekly Planes

4h 13mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 556.4 km
Duration: 5h 44m

What companies run services between Nairobi (Station), Kenya and Kampala, Uganda?

MASH operates a bus from Nairobi to Kampala 3 times a day. Tickets cost $19–35 and the journey takes 15h. Two other operators also service this route.

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