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Kisumu → Kakamega

Driving from Kisumu to Kakamega

Kakamega lies 43 km (27 mi) north of Kisumu, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

Driving takes about 39 min without stops, over roughly 52 km (33 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.

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KisumuKakamega
CountryKenyaKenya
Population397,9571.9 million
Elevation1,174 m (3,852 ft)1,563 m (5,128 ft)
Time nowUTC+3 (Africa/Nairobi)UTC+3 (Africa/Nairobi)
Postal codes4010050100

Where to book car hire from Kisumu to Kakamega

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Staying in Kakamega

Our booking partner lists 79 places to stay in Kakamega. Of the 46 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (32). Guests have left 551 reviews in total.

Book a hotel in Kakamega

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Common questions

How far is Kakamega from Kisumu?

43 km (27 mi) in a straight line, north of Kisumu; by road roughly 52 km (33 mi).

How long does it take to get from Kisumu to Kakamega by car?

About 39 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Kisumu and Kakamega?

No, both are on Africa/Nairobi at the moment.

Where can I stay in Kakamega?

Our booking partner lists 79 places to stay in Kakamega, bookable on this site.

Where these facts come from

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  • OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
  • Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines

Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.