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

The cheapest way to get from Mbale to Nairobi is to drive and bus which costs $30 - $55 and takes 8h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mbale to Nairobi is to drive and bus and fly which takes 5h and costs $100 - $280.

How far is it from Mbale to Nairobi?

The distance between Mbale and Nairobi is 468 km. The road distance is 495.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Mbale to Nairobi without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 9h 22m and costs $60 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Mbale to Nairobi, including transfers.

Can I drive from Mbale to Nairobi?

Yes, the driving distance between Mbale to Nairobi is 496 km. It takes approximately 6h 48m to drive from Mbale to Nairobi.

Where can I stay near Nairobi?

There are 7981+ hotels available in Nairobi.

Mbale to Nairobi - 8 ways to travel via car, bus, plane, and taxi

There are 8 ways to get from Mbale to Nairobi by car, bus, plane, or taxi

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

Drive, bus to Kisumu International Airport, fly to Nairobi Wilson Airport
best
1. Drive from Mbale to Busiacar
2. Take the bus from Busia to Kisumubus
3. Fly from Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)plane KIS - WIL
5h 6m
$92–190
Drive, bus
cheapest
1. Drive from Mbale to Mumiascar
2. Take the bus from Mumias to Nairobibus
8h 41m
$30–51
Drive 495.9 km
1. Drive from Mbale to Nairobicar 495.9 km
6h 48m
$75–107
Drive, bus to Kisumu International Airport, fly to Nairobi
1. Drive from Mbale to Busiacar
2. Take the bus from Busia to Kisumubus
3. Fly from Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Nairobi (NBO)plane KIS - NBO
6h 9m
$113–231
Drive, bus to Eldoret International Airport, fly to Nairobi Wilson Airport
1. Drive from Mbale to Malabacar
2. Take the bus from Malaba to Eldoretbus
3. Fly from Eldoret International Airport (EDL) to Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)plane EDL - WIL
5h
$102–274
Drive, bus to Eldoret International Airport, fly to Nairobi
1. Drive from Mbale to Malabacar
2. Take the bus from Malaba to Eldoretbus
3. Fly from Eldoret International Airport (EDL) to Nairobi (NBO)plane EDL - NBO
6h 13m
$143–335
Taxi, bus
1. Take the taxi from Mbale to Malabataxi
2. Take the bus from Malaba to Nairobibus
9h 22m
$62–82
Taxi, bus via Nairobi
1. Take the taxi from Mbale to Malabataxi
2. Take the bus from Malaba to Nairobibus
10h 54m
$53–68

Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) flights

62Weekly Planes

47 minAverage Duration

$40Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Mbale to Nairobi.

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Distance: 468.1 km
Duration: 5h 6m

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

There is no direct connection from Mbale to Nairobi. However, you can drive to Busia, take the bus to Kisumu, take the taxi to Kisumu International Airport (KIS) airport, then fly to Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL). Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Mbale to Nairobi via Mumias in around 8h 41m.

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