Nairobi to Kisumu Trip Overview
Distance 265 km (165.6 miles) | |
Price range US$ 14-US$ 391 | |
Ride Duration Range 45m-6h 40m | |
Earliest Departure 23:00 | |
Latest Departure 23:00 | |
Most Popular Operator |
Find up-to-date information on departure times, schedules, and prices so you can easily compare and book your tickets.
Taking a bus from Nairobi to Kisumu
Fastest bus: 6h
Cheapest bus: US$ 15

About the ride from Nairobi to Kisumu
Nairobi to Kisumu Route Information
The distance between Nairobi and Kisumu is 166 miles, or approximately 265 kilometers.
There are 4 ways to get from Nairobi to Kisumu, including bus,car,minivan,flight.
The earliest departure leaves at 23:00 and has a duration of 6 hours.
The fastest way to travel is by flight, which takes approximately 45 minutes.
Depending on how you choose to travel, the following amenities are available:.
Nairobi to Kisumu by bus
- Starting Price: US$ 15
- 116 departures a day, or 812 departures a week
There are 2 travel classes for this journey, including: Economy and Standard.
Each bus ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all bus options.
Nairobi to Kisumu by car
- Starting Price: US$ 391
- 236 departures a day, or 1652 departures a week
The only travel class available is SUV.
Each car ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all car options.
Nairobi to Kisumu by minivan
- Starting Price: US$ 14
- 10 departures a day, or 70 departures a week
The only travel class available is Standard.
Each minivan ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all minivan options.
Nairobi to Kisumu by flight
- Starting Price: US$ 50
- 189 departures a day, or 1323 departures a week
The only travel class available is Economy.
Each flight ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all flight options.
Popular stations and stops in Nairobi and Kisumu
Departure stations in Nairobi
Ena Coach - Nairobi
Salum Rashid Classic Coach - Nairobi
Tahmeed Coach - Nairobi
Nairobi - Any hotel
Nairobi Bus Station (BS)
Arrival stations in Kisumu
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