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

The cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Akala is to bus and drive which costs $18 - $35 and takes 7h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nairobi to Akala is to fly which takes 1h 18m and costs $160 - $440.

Is there a direct bus between Nairobi and Akala?

No, there is no direct bus from Nairobi to Akala. However, there are services departing from Nairobi and arriving at Siaya via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

How far is it from Nairobi to Akala?

The distance between Nairobi and Akala is 308 km. The road distance is 370.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Nairobi to Akala without a car is to bus via Siaya which takes 8h and costs $50 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 18m to get from Nairobi to Akala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nairobi to Akala bus from?

Nairobi to Akala bus services, operated by The Guardian Coach, depart from Nairobi station.

Bus or fly from Nairobi to Akala?

The best way to get from Nairobi to Akala is to fly which takes 1h 18m and costs $160 - $440. Alternatively, you can bus via Siaya, which costs $50 - $70 and takes 8h.

Where does the Nairobi to Akala bus arrive?

Nairobi to Akala bus services, operated by The Guardian Coach, arrive at Siaya station.

Can I drive from Nairobi to Akala?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi to Akala is 371 km. It takes approximately 5h 21m to drive from Nairobi to Akala.

Where can I stay near Akala?

There are 11+ hotels available in Akala.

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

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

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Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport
best
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Kisumu International Airport (KIS)plane WIL - KIS
1h 18m
$168–438
Bus, drive
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kendu Baybus
2. Drive from Kendu Bay to Akalacar
7h 40m
$19–31
Drive 370.7 km
1. Drive from Nairobi to Akalacar 370.7 km
5h 21m
$43–62
Fly from Nairobi
1. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Kisumu International Airport (KIS)plane NBO - KIS
3h 7m
$146–281
Bus via Siaya
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Siayabus
8h
$51–68
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Masenobus
9h 55m
$68–85

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

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53 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 307.9 km
Duration: 1h 18m

What companies run services between Nairobi, Kenya and Akala, Vihiga, Kenya?

Safarilink, FlexFlight ApS, and two other airlines fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Kisumu International Airport (KIS) every 2 hours. Alternatively, The Guardian Coach operates a bus from Nairobi to Siaya every 4 hours. Tickets cost $6–13 and the journey takes 7h 30m.

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