What is the cheapest way to get from Kampala to Kitale?

The cheapest way to get from Kampala to Kitale is to bus and drive which costs $23 - $40 and takes 6h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kampala to Kitale?

The fastest way to get from Kampala to Kitale is to drive which takes 5h 2m and costs $45 - $75.

How far is it from Kampala to Kitale?

The distance between Kampala and Kitale is 331 km. The road distance is 329.1 km.

How long does it take to get from Kampala to Kitale?

It takes approximately 6h 21m to get from Kampala to Kitale, including transfers.

Can I drive from Kampala to Kitale?

Yes, the driving distance between Kampala to Kitale is 329 km. It takes approximately 5h 2m to drive from Kampala to Kitale.

Where can I stay near Kitale?

There are 33+ hotels available in Kitale.

Kampala to Kitale - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Kampala to Kitale by bus, car, or plane

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Bus, drive
best
1. Take the bus from Kampala to Malababus
2. Drive from Malaba to Kitalecar
6h 21m
$24–35
Drive 329.1 km
1. Drive from Kampala to Kitalecar 329.1 km
5h 2m
$50–71
Bus, fly, drive
1. Take the bus from Gapco - Post Office to Entebbe Townbus
2. Fly from Entebbe (EBB) to Kisumu International Airport (KIS)plane EBB - KIS
3. Drive from Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Kitalecar
5h 20m

Entebbe (EBB) to Kisumu International Airport (KIS) flights

25Weekly Planes

48 minAverage Duration

$131Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 331 km
Duration: 6h 21m

What companies run services between Kampala, Uganda and Kitale, Kenya?

There is no direct connection from Kampala to Kitale. However, you can take the bus to Malaba then drive to Kitale. Alternatively, you can drive from Kampala to Kitale in around 5h 2m.

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