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

The cheapest way to get from Kampala to Kitui is to bus and train and drive via Kampala which costs $35 - $65 and takes 21h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kampala to Kitui is to fly and drive which takes 8h 14m and costs $230 - $600.

How far is it from Kampala to Kitui?

The distance between Kampala and Kitui is 713 km. The road distance is 777.1 km.

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

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Kampala to Kitui, including transfers.

Can I drive from Kampala to Kitui?

Yes, the driving distance between Kampala to Kitui is 777 km. It takes approximately 11h 23m to drive from Kampala to Kitui.

Where can I stay near Kitui?

There are eight+ hotels available in Kitui.

Kampala to Kitui - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Kampala to Kitui by bus, plane, car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, fly to Nairobi, drive
best
1. Take the bus from Gapco - Post Office to Entebbe Townbus
2. Fly from Entebbe (EBB) to Nairobi (NBO)plane EBB - NBO
3. Drive from Nairobi-Airport-NBO to Kituicar
6h 28m
Bus, train, drive via Kampala #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kampala to Nairobibus
2. Take the train from Nairobi to Emalitrain
3. Drive from Emali to Kituicar
21h 45m
$35–62
Bus, train, drive
1. Take the bus from Kampala to Nairobibus
2. Take the train from Nairobi to Emalitrain
3. Drive from Emali to Kituicar
19h 46m
$43–66
Drive 777.1 km
1. Drive from Kampala to Kituicar 777.1 km
11h 23m
$117–168
Fly to Nairobi Wilson Airport, drive
1. Fly from Entebbe (EBB) to Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)plane EBB - WIL
2. Drive from Nairobi-Wilson-Airport-WIL to Kituicar
8h 14m
$238–577
Bus, train, drive via Kampala
1. Take the bus from Kampala to Nairobibus
2. Take the train from Nairobi to Emalitrain
3. Drive from Emali to Kituicar
20h 45m

Entebbe (EBB) to Nairobi (NBO) flights

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1h 14mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kampala to Kitui.

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Distance: 712.8 km
Duration: 6h 28m

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

There is no direct connection from Kampala to Kitui. However, you can take the bus to Entebbe Town, take the taxi to Entebbe (EBB) airport, fly to Nairobi (NBO), then drive to Kitui. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kampala to Kitui via Nairobi, Nairobi Central Stn, Nairobi, and Emali in around 19h 46m.

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