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

The cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Busia is to bus which costs $7 - $27 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Nairobi to Busia is to fly and drive which takes 2h 57m and costs $85 - $220.

Is there a direct bus between Nairobi and Busia?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nairobi and arriving at Busia. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h.

How far is it from Nairobi to Busia?

The distance between Nairobi and Busia is 393 km. The road distance is 438.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Nairobi to Busia without a car is to bus which takes 8h and costs $7 - $27.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Nairobi to Busia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nairobi to Busia bus from?

Nairobi to Busia bus services, operated by The Guardian Coach, depart from Nairobi station.

Where does the Nairobi to Busia bus arrive?

Nairobi to Busia bus services, operated by The Guardian Coach, arrive at Busia station.

Can I drive from Nairobi to Busia?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi to Busia is 439 km. It takes approximately 6h 15m to drive from Nairobi to Busia.

Where can I stay near Busia?

There are 39+ hotels available in Busia.

Nairobi to Busia - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Nairobi to Busia 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 Nairobi Wilson Airport to Kisumu International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Kisumu International Airport (KIS)plane WIL - KIS
2. Take the bus from Kisumu to Busiabus
3h 55m
$117–173
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Busiabus
8h
$7–27
Drive 438.7 km
1. Drive from Nairobi to Busiacar 438.7 km
6h 15m
$51–73
Fly Nairobi Wilson Airport to Kitale, drive
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Kitale (KTL)plane WIL - KTL
2. Drive from Kitale (KTL) to Busiacar
2h 57m
$88–218
Bus to Nairobi, fly to Kisumu International Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Kencom/Ambassadeur to JKIA - Passenger Boardingbus
2. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Kisumu International Airport (KIS)plane NBO - KIS
3. Take the bus from Kisumu to Busiabus
5h 49m
$96–213
Bus via Mumias
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Mumiasbus
2. Take the bus from Mumias to Busiabus
8h 52m
$16–48

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

60Weekly Planes

46 minAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Nairobi to Busia.

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Distance: 393.4 km
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Nairobi, Kenya and Busia, Kenya?

The Guardian Coach operates a bus from Nairobi to Busia every 4 hours. Tickets cost $7–13 and the journey takes 8h. Three other operators also service this route.

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