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

The cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Malawi is to bus which costs $160 - $200 and takes 2 days 13h.

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

The fastest way to get from Nairobi to Malawi is to fly which takes 5h 27m and costs $300 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Nairobi and Malawi?

No, there is no direct bus from Nairobi to Malawi. However, there are services departing from Nairobi and arriving at Wenela Bus Stn via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal and RoadPort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 13h.

How far is it from Nairobi to Malawi?

The distance between Nairobi and Malawi is 1489 km. The road distance is 2103.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Nairobi to Malawi without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 13h and costs $160 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Nairobi to Malawi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nairobi to Malawi bus from?

Nairobi to Malawi bus services, operated by Marangu Luxury Shuttles, depart from Nairobi station.

Bus or fly from Nairobi to Malawi?

The best way to get from Nairobi to Malawi is to fly which takes 5h 27m and costs $300 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $160 - $200 and takes 2 days 13h.

Where does the Nairobi to Malawi bus arrive?

Nairobi to Malawi bus services, operated by Marangu Luxury Shuttles, arrive at Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Nairobi and Malawi?

Malawi is 1h behind Nairobi. It is currently 1:07 PM in Nairobi and 12:07 PM in Malawi.

Can I drive from Nairobi to Malawi?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi to Malawi is 2104 km. It takes approximately 37h 25m to drive from Nairobi to Malawi.

Where can I stay near Malawi?

There are 38+ hotels available in Malawi.

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

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

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Fly to Kamuzu International Airport
best
1. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Kamuzu International Airport (LLW)plane NBO - LLW
5h 27m
$307–759
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to RoadPortbus
3. Take the bus from RoadPort to Wenela Bus Stnbus
2d 13h
$164–195
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Mbeyabus
3. Drive from Mbeya to Songwecar
4. Take the bus from Songwe to Karongabus
5. Take the bus from Karonga to Mzuzubus
6. Take the bus from Mzuzu Dry Cleaners to Petroda Clock Towerbus
43h 46m
Drive 2,103.8 km
1. Drive from Nairobi to Blantyrecar 2,103.8 km
37h 25m
$370–534
Fly to Chileka International Airport
1. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Chileka International Airport (BLZ)plane NBO - BLZ
7h 20m
$324–1,005
Bus via Nairobi
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Dar es Salaambus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to RoadPortbus
3. Take the bus from RoadPort to Wenela Bus Stnbus
2d 14h

Nairobi (NBO) to Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) flights

11Weekly Planes

2h 52mAverage Duration

$302Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,489 km
Duration: 5h 27m

What companies run services between Nairobi, Kenya and Malawi?

Ethiopian Airlines and Kenya Airways fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nairobi to Wenela Bus Stn via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal and RoadPort in around 2d 13h.

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