What is the cheapest way to get from Mbale to Rusinga Island?

The cheapest way to get from Mbale to Rusinga Island is to drive and bus which costs $26 - $60 and takes 4h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mbale to Rusinga Island?

The fastest way to get from Mbale to Rusinga Island is to drive which takes 4h 34m and costs $40 - $65.

How far is it from Mbale to Rusinga Island?

The distance between Mbale and Rusinga Island is 802 km. The road distance is 284.1 km.

How do I travel from Mbale to Rusinga Island without a car?

The best way to get from Mbale to Rusinga Island without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 16h 2m and costs $75 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Mbale to Rusinga Island?

It takes approximately 16h 2m to get from Mbale to Rusinga Island, including transfers.

Can I drive from Mbale to Rusinga Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Mbale to Rusinga Island is 284 km. It takes approximately 4h 34m to drive from Mbale to Rusinga Island.

Where can I stay near Rusinga Island?

There are 17+ hotels available in Rusinga Island.

Mbale to Rusinga Island - 4 ways to travel via taxi, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Mbale to Rusinga Island by taxi, 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.

Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Mbale to Malaba
2. Take the bus from Malaba to Nairobi
3. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kisii
16h 2m
$76–118
Drive, bus
cheapest
1. Drive from Mbale to Busia
2. Take the bus from Busia to Kisumu
3. Drive from Kisumu to Kisii
4h 58m
$26–55
Taxi, bus via Nairobi
1. Take the taxi from Mbale to Malaba
2. Take the bus from Malaba to Nairobi
3. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kisii
17h 34m
$59–79
Drive 284.1 km
1. Drive from Mbale to Kisii284.1 km
4h 34m
$43–62

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 802.3 km
Duration: 16h 2m

What companies run services between Mbale, Uganda and Rusinga Island, Kenya?

There is no direct connection from Mbale to Rusinga Island. However, you can take the taxi to Malaba, take the bus to Nairobi, then take the bus to Kisii. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Mbale to Kisii via Busia and Kisumu in around 4h 58m.

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