What is the cheapest way to get from Kenya to Rwanda?

The cheapest way to get from Kenya to Rwanda is to bus which costs $50 - $80 and takes 21h.

What is the fastest way to get from Kenya to Rwanda?

The fastest way to get from Kenya to Rwanda is to fly which takes 4h 6m and costs $240 - $410.

Is there a direct bus between Kenya and Rwanda?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Duruma Rd and arriving at Nyabugogo Bus Park. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21h.

How far is it from Kenya to Rwanda?

The distance between Kenya and Rwanda is 569 km. The road distance is 1132.5 km.

How do I travel from Kenya to Rwanda without a car?

The best way to get from Kenya to Rwanda without a car is to bus which takes 21h and costs $50 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Kenya to Rwanda?

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Kenya to Rwanda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kenya to Rwanda bus from?

Kenya to Rwanda bus services, operated by Trinity Express, depart from Duruma Rd station.

Bus or fly from Kenya to Rwanda?

The best way to get from Kenya to Rwanda is to fly which takes 5h 1m and costs $360 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $80 and takes 21h.

Where does the Kenya to Rwanda bus arrive?

Kenya to Rwanda bus services, operated by Trinity Express, arrive at Nyabugogo Bus Park station.

What is the time difference between Kenya and Rwanda?

Rwanda is 1h behind Kenya. It is currently 1:42 PM in Kenya and 12:42 PM in Rwanda.

Can I drive from Kenya to Rwanda?

Yes, the driving distance between Kenya to Rwanda is 1133 km. It takes approximately 16h 19m to drive from Kenya to Rwanda.

Where can I stay near Rwanda?

There are 867+ hotels available in Rwanda.

Kenya to Rwanda - 7 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Kenya to Rwanda by plane, bus, 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.

Fly from Kisumu International Airport
best
1. Fly from Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Kigali (KGL)KIS - KGL
5h 1m
$366–569
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Duruma Rd to Nyabugogo Bus Park
21h
$50–80
Drive 1,132.5 km
1. Drive from Nairobi to Kigali1,132.5 km
16h 19m
$146–211
Fly from Mombasa
1. Fly from Mombasa (MBA) to Kigali (KGL)MBA - KGL
4h 6m
$241–405
Fly from Eldoret International Airport
1. Fly from Eldoret International Airport (EDL) to Kigali (KGL)EDL - KGL
7h 9m
$354–1,140
Bus to Nairobi, fly
1. Take the bus from Kencom/Ambassadeur to JKIA - Passenger Boarding
2. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Kigali (KGL)NBO - KGL
5h 9m
$202–382
Bus via Kigali
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kigali
21h 44m
$63–66

Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Kigali (KGL) flights

17Weekly Planes

5h 37mAverage Duration

$289Cheapest Price

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Distance: 568.9 km
Duration: 5h 1m

What companies run services between Kenya and Rwanda?

Kenya Airways, AirKenya Express, and two other airlines fly from Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Kigali (KGL) twice daily. Alternatively, Trinity Express operates a bus from Duruma Rd to Nyabugogo Bus Park once daily. Tickets cost $50–80 and the journey takes 21h.

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