Malaba to Busia
Updated: March 14, 2024 02:07 PMMalaba to Busia
Language
The official languages spoken in Malaba and Busia are English and Kiswahili.
Currency
The official currency used in Malaba and Busia is the Kenyan shilling (KSH).
Distance
The distance between Malaba and Busia is approximately 20 kilometers (12 miles).
How to Reach
There are several ways to reach Busia from Malaba:
- By road: You can take a matatu (minibus) or taxi from Malaba to Busia. The journey takes about 30 minutes.
- By train: There is a daily train service from Malaba to Busia. The journey takes about 1 hour.
Expenses
The cost of traveling from Malaba to Busia varies depending on the mode of transport. Here are some approximate costs:
- Matatu: 100-200 KSH
- Taxi: 500-1000 KSH
- Train: 200-300 KSH
Best time to go
The best time to visit Malaba and Busia is during the dry season, which runs from December to March. During this time, the weather is generally warm and sunny, with little rainfall.
What to Eat
There are a variety of local dishes that you can try in Malaba and Busia. Some of the most popular dishes include:
- Ugali: A staple food made from maize flour.
- Sukuma wiki: A dish made from collard greens.
- Nyama choma: Grilled meat.
- Chapatis: Flatbreads.
Where to Go
There are a number of places that you can visit in Malaba and Busia. Some of the most popular attractions include:
- The Malaba border crossing: The border crossing between Kenya and Uganda.
- The Busia border crossing: The border crossing between Kenya and Uganda.
- The Malaba market: A large market where you can buy a variety of goods.
- The Busia market: A large market where you can buy a variety of goods.
FAQ
- What is the distance between Malaba and Busia?
- What is the best way to travel from Malaba to Busia?
- What is the cost of traveling from Malaba to Busia?
- Matatu: 100-200 KSH
- Taxi: 500-1000 KSH
- Train: 200-300 KSH
- What is the best time to visit Malaba and Busia?
- What are some of the popular attractions in Malaba and Busia?
The distance between Malaba and Busia is approximately 20 kilometers (12 miles).
The best way to travel from Malaba to Busia is by matatu (minibus) or taxi.
The cost of traveling from Malaba to Busia varies depending on the mode of transport. Here are some approximate costs:
The best time to visit Malaba and Busia is during the dry season, which runs from December to March.
Some of the popular attractions in Malaba and Busia include the Malaba border crossing, the Busia border crossing, the Malaba market, and the Busia market.
*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.
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