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

The cheapest way to get from Kampala to Nairobi is to bus which costs $14 - $35 and takes 13h.

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

The fastest way to get from Kampala to Nairobi is to drive which takes 9h 10m and costs $90 - $140.

Is there a direct bus between Kampala and Nairobi?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kampala and arriving at Nairobi. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h.

How far is it from Kampala to Nairobi?

The distance between Kampala and Nairobi is 591 km. The road distance is 633.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kampala to Nairobi without a car is to bus which takes 13h and costs $14 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Kampala to Nairobi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kampala to Nairobi bus from?

Kampala to Nairobi bus services, operated by Bebeto Coaches, depart from Kampala station.

Where does the Kampala to Nairobi bus arrive?

Kampala to Nairobi bus services, operated by Bebeto Coaches, arrive at Nairobi station.

Can I drive from Kampala to Nairobi?

Yes, the driving distance between Kampala to Nairobi is 634 km. It takes approximately 9h 10m to drive from Kampala to Nairobi.

Where can I stay near Nairobi?

There are 8373+ hotels available in Nairobi.

Kampala to Nairobi - 4 ways to travel via bus, plane, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Kampala to Nairobi by bus, plane, or car

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
best
1. Take the bus from Gapco - Post Office to Entebbe Town
2. Fly from Entebbe (EBB) to Nairobi (NBO)EBB - NBO
5h 19m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kampala to Nairobi
13h
$14–35
Drive 633.8 km
1. Drive from Kampala to Nairobi633.8 km
9h 10m
$95–137
Bus, fly to Nairobi Wilson Airport
1. Take the bus from Gapco - Post Office to Entebbe Town
2. Fly from Entebbe (EBB) to Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)EBB - WIL
5h 31m

Entebbe (EBB) to Nairobi (NBO) flights

47Weekly Planes

1h 14mAverage Duration

$168Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 591.2 km
Duration: 5h 19m

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

Bebeto Coaches operates a bus from Kampala to Nairobi twice daily. Tickets cost $30–1,400 and the journey takes 13h. Two other operators also service this route.

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