What is the cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Mbale District (Region)?

The cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Mbale District (Region) is to bus and drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 8h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nairobi to Mbale District (Region)?

The fastest way to get from Nairobi to Mbale District (Region) is to fly and bus and drive which takes 5h 10m and costs $120 - $340.

How far is it from Nairobi to Mbale District (Region)?

The distance between Nairobi and Mbale District (Region) is 462 km. The road distance is 475.3 km.

How do I travel from Nairobi to Mbale District (Region) without a car?

The best way to get from Nairobi to Mbale District (Region) without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 9h 17m and costs $55 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Nairobi to Mbale District (Region)?

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Nairobi to Mbale District (Region), including transfers.

Can I drive from Nairobi to Mbale District (Region)?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi to Mbale District (Region) is 475 km. It takes approximately 7h to drive from Nairobi to Mbale District (Region).

Where can I stay near Mbale District (Region)?

There are 25+ hotels available in Mbale District (Region).

Nairobi to Mbale District (Region) - 7 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Nairobi to Mbale District (Region) by plane, bus, car, or taxi

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Fly Nairobi Wilson Airport to Kisumu International Airport, bus, drive
best
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Kisumu International Airport (KIS)plane WIL - KIS
2. Take the bus from Kisumu to Busiabus
3. Drive from Busia to Mbale District (Region)car
5h 10m
$127–336
Bus, drive
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Mumiasbus
2. Drive from Mumias to Mbale District (Region)car
8h 38m
$37–54
Drive 475.3 km
1. Drive from Nairobi to Mbale District (Region)car 475.3 km
7h
$71–103
Fly Nairobi to Kisumu International Airport, bus, drive
1. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Kisumu International Airport (KIS)plane NBO - KIS
2. Take the bus from Kisumu to Busiabus
3. Drive from Busia to Mbale District (Region)car
6h 59m
$105–230
Fly Nairobi to Eldoret International Airport, bus, drive
1. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Eldoret International Airport (EDL)plane NBO - EDL
2. Take the bus from Eldoret to Malababus
3. Drive from Malaba to Mbale District (Region)car
7h 7m
$141–367
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Malababus
2. Take the taxi from Malaba to Mbale District (Region)taxi
9h 17m
$56–77
Bus, taxi via Nairobi
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Malababus
2. Take the taxi from Malaba to Mbale District (Region)taxi
10h 51m
$47–63

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

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Map of how to get from Nairobi to Mbale District (Region).

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Distance: 461.9 km
Duration: 5h 10m

What companies run services between Nairobi, Kenya and Mbale District (Region), Eastern Region, Uganda?

There is no direct connection from Nairobi to Mbale District (Region). However, you can fly to Kisumu International Airport (KIS), take the taxi to Kisumu, take the bus to Busia, then drive to Mbale District (Region). Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nairobi to Mbale District (Region) via Mumias in around 8h 38m.

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