What is the cheapest way to get from Kigali to Eldoret?

The cheapest way to get from Kigali to Eldoret is to bus which costs $16 - $95 and takes 16h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kigali to Eldoret?

The fastest way to get from Kigali to Eldoret is to fly which takes 5h 54m and costs $220 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Kigali and Eldoret?

No, there is no direct bus from Kigali to Eldoret. However, there are services departing from Kigali and arriving at Eldoret via Kampala and Malaba. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 53m.

How far is it from Kigali to Eldoret?

The distance between Kigali and Eldoret is 650 km. The road distance is 842.9 km.

How do I travel from Kigali to Eldoret without a car?

The best way to get from Kigali to Eldoret without a car is to bus which takes 16h 53m and costs $16 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Kigali to Eldoret?

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Kigali to Eldoret, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kigali to Eldoret bus from?

Kigali to Eldoret bus services, operated by Volcano Express Ltd, depart from Kigali station.

Bus or fly from Kigali to Eldoret?

The best way to get from Kigali to Eldoret is to fly which takes 5h 54m and costs $220 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $16 - $95 and takes 16h 53m.

Where does the Kigali to Eldoret bus arrive?

Kigali to Eldoret bus services, operated by Volcano Express Ltd, arrive at Kampala station.

What is the time difference between Kigali and Eldoret?

Eldoret is 1h ahead of Kigali. It is currently 5:34 PM in Kigali and 6:34 PM in Eldoret.

Can I drive from Kigali to Eldoret?

Yes, the driving distance between Kigali to Eldoret is 843 km. It takes approximately 12h 7m to drive from Kigali to Eldoret.

Where can I stay near Eldoret?

There are 219+ hotels available in Eldoret.

Kigali to Eldoret - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Kigali to Eldoret 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 to Eldoret International Airport
best
1. Fly from Kigali (KGL) to Eldoret International Airport (EDL)plane KGL - EDL
5h 54m
$221–691
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kigali to Kampalabus
2. Take the bus from Kampala to Malababus
3. Take the bus from Malaba to Eldoretbus
16h 53m
$17–93
Drive 842.9 km
1. Drive from Kigali to Eldoretcar 842.9 km
12h 7m
$109–157
Fly to Kisumu International Airport, drive
1. Fly from Kigali (KGL) to Kisumu International Airport (KIS)plane KGL - KIS
2. Drive from Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Eldoretcar
6h 47m
$364–570

Kigali (KGL) to Eldoret International Airport (EDL) flights

35Weekly Planes

4h 36mAverage Duration

$190Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kigali to Eldoret.

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Distance: 650.5 km
Duration: 5h 54m

What companies run services between Kigali, Rwanda and Eldoret, Kenya?

Kenya Airways, Jambojet Limited, and Rwandair Express fly from Kigali (KGL) to Eldoret International Airport (EDL) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kigali to Eldoret via Kampala, Kampala, and Malaba in around 16h 53m.

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