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

The cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Kampala is to bus which costs $14 - $35 and takes 13h.

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

The fastest way to get from Nairobi to Kampala is to fly and shuttle which takes 4h 22m and costs $390 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Nairobi and Kampala?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nairobi and arriving at Kampala. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h.

How far is it from Nairobi to Kampala?

The distance between Nairobi and Kampala is 551 km. The road distance is 633.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Nairobi to Kampala without a car is to bus which takes 13h and costs $14 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Nairobi to Kampala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nairobi to Kampala bus from?

Nairobi to Kampala bus services, operated by Bebeto Coaches, depart from Nairobi station.

Where does the Nairobi to Kampala bus arrive?

Nairobi to Kampala bus services, operated by Bebeto Coaches, arrive at Kampala station.

Can I drive from Nairobi to Kampala?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi to Kampala is 634 km. It takes approximately 9h 8m to drive from Nairobi to Kampala.

Where can I stay near Kampala?

There are 1982+ hotels available in Kampala.

Nairobi to Kampala - 4 ways to travel via plane, shuttle, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Nairobi to Kampala by plane, shuttle, 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 Nairobi Wilson Airport, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Entebbe (EBB)WIL - EBB
2. Take a shuttle bus from Entebbe to Kampala
4h 22m
$393–624
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kampala
13h
$14–35
Drive 633.9 km
1. Drive from Nairobi to Kampala633.9 km
9h 8m
$95–137
Bus to Nairobi, fly, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Kencom/Ambassadeur to JKIA - Passenger Boarding
2. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Entebbe (EBB)NBO - EBB
3. Take a shuttle bus from Entebbe to Kampala
6h 11m
$195–295

Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Entebbe (EBB) flights

31Weekly Planes

3h 30mAverage Duration

$41Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Nairobi to Kampala.

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Distance: 551.3 km
Duration: 4h 22m

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

Bebeto Coaches operates a bus from Nairobi to Kampala twice daily. Tickets cost $30–1,400 and the journey takes 13h. Two other operators also service this route.

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