Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Kampala Coach | Bus | Nairobi - Accra Road Bus Stop | Kisumu Bypass Highway, Bypass Highway, Kisumu | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 16:50 EAT.
Get from Nairobi to Kisumu
The journey takes about 8 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just £15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Nairobi and Kisumu
Stops in Nairobi
- A
Nairobi Dreamline Bus Stop
Cross Lane off Accra Road - B
JKIA Jomo Kenya International Airport (NBO)
MWMH+6G Nairobi (Cossta Café) , Kenya - C
Parkside Hotel
25 Monrovia St, Nairobi, Kenya - D
Nairobi Bus Station Dar Express
River Road, Nairobi, Kenya - E
Nairobi Easy Coach Head Office Bus Stop
Haile Selassie Ave, Railways Godown (Head Office) - F
Nairobi Riverside Shuttle Bus Terminal (Parkside Hotel)
Crown Bus Booking Office, Monrovia Street, , Nairobi, Kenya
Stops in Kisumu
- A
Kisumu Bus Terminal (Mash)
Kisumu Bus Terminus, Corner Off Jomo Kenyatta Highway, Gumbi Rd, Kisumu, Kenya - B
Kisumu Easy Coach Bus Stop
United Mall
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Nairobi to Kisumu
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Nairobi to Kisumu?
The cheapest coach tickets from Nairobi to Kisumu start from £15. The average price for this route is around £15. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Nairobi to Kisumu?
The average bus journey time from Nairobi to Kisumu is 8h 25m, covering a distance of 165 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h 25m and is operated by Royal Express s.r.o..
Which bus companies service the Nairobi to Kisumu route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Royal Express s.r.o., Kampala Coach.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Nairobi to Kisumu?
The earliest bus departs from Nairobi to Kisumu at 08:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Nairobi to Kisumu?
A bus journey from Nairobi to Kisumu produces an estimated 6.641 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Nairobi to Kisumu was searched and found on 23 Jul 2026 with a price of £14To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Nairobi to Kisumu as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £14 to £15 for a bus ticket from Nairobi to Kisumu based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £14, which is on 2026-07-23.
Usually Royal Express s.r.o. will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
