Mash Poa Nairobi to Kampala Bus Booking
Nairobi to Kampala is a 660 km trip taking about 12h, with 2 departures listed each day on Executive, VIP vehicles. Fares start at KSh 3,500 per person one way. Choose your exact seat online and our booking desk confirms it with you on WhatsApp before you pay.
- Departure
- Nairobi
- Destination
- Kampala
- Fare from
- KSh 3,500
- Journey time
- about 12h
Nairobi to Kampala fares by seat class
| Seat class | Fare (one way) | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Regular | KSh 3,500 | Standard reclining seat, 2x2 layout |
| Business (B/Class) | KSh 4,000 | Rows 4–5, extra legroom |
| VIP | KSh 4,500 | Rows 1–3, front cabin, premium finishes |
Fares are per person, one way, and can change during peak holiday travel. Compare all Mash Poa routes and fares.
Nairobi to Kampala departure information
06:4518:45
12h · Coastline Executive 118 (Executive)
- Business
- KSh 4,000
19:4507:45next day
12h · Highlander VIP 201 (VIP)
- VIP
- KSh 4,500
Boarding & drop-off points
- Boarding in NairobiRiver Road Office · Lavington · Mlolongo
- Drop-off in KampalaMain Office · Town Stage · Bypass Stage
Seats & on-board amenities
Vehicles used on this route: Executive, VIP. Seat classes available: Regular, Business and VIP.
- Free Wi-Fi
- USB charging
- Reclining seats
- Entertainment
- Air conditioning
- Power outlets
- VIP seating
- Extra legroom
- Bottled water
Nairobi to Kampala: frequently asked questions
- How much is a Mash Poa bus from Nairobi to Kampala?
- Regular class is KSh 3,500, Business class KSh 4,000 and VIP KSh 4,500 per seat, one way. The exact fare shown at seat selection depends on the departure and seat you pick.
- How long does the Nairobi to Kampala bus take?
- The journey covers roughly 660 km and takes about 12h, depending on traffic and weather.
- What time do buses leave Nairobi for Kampala?
- There are 2 daily departures listed on this site at 06:45, 19:45.
- How do I choose my seat?
- Start a search for this route, open a departure and pick your seat on the bus layout. VIP seats are rows 1–3, Business rows 4–5 and the remaining rows are Regular.
- How do I pay for the ticket?
- No card details are collected on this website. After you choose seats and enter passenger details, your booking opens in WhatsApp and our booking desk confirms availability and sends payment instructions. You can also call +254 755 684 907.
- Where do buses board in Nairobi?
- Boarding points listed for Nairobi: River Road Office, Lavington, Mlolongo. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before departure.
- What documents do I need for this cross-border trip?
- Every passenger needs a valid passport or national ID accepted for East African Community travel. Enter that number in the passenger details step so it appears on your booking.