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 $22 - $35 and takes 13h 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 49m and costs $320 - $600.

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 five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h.

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 13h 12m and costs $22 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 5h 49m 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 Buscar E.A Limited, depart from Nairobi station.

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

Nairobi (Station) to Kampala bus services, operated by Buscar E.A Limited, 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 1587+ 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 49m
$327–579
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kampalabus
13h 12m
$22–35
Drive 635.3 km
1. Drive from Nairobi (Station) to Kampalacar 635.3 km
9h 9m
$100–144
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
$195–276

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

18Weekly Planes

4h 5mAverage Duration

$210Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Nairobi (Station) to Kampala.

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Distance: 556.4 km
Duration: 5h 49m

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

Buscar E.A Limited operates a bus from Nairobi to Kampala twice daily. Tickets cost $23–31 and the journey takes 13h. Two other operators also service this route.

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