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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Mombasa to Nairobi

Composite routes from Mombasa to Nairobi

Cheapest
6 h 12 min
Car
483 km.
from $26

Transport providers

Airlines

World Ticket

Website:
worldticket.com/
Plane from Mombasa to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$26.09–$293.48

FlexFlight ApS

Website:
flexflight.dk/
Plane from Mombasa to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Wednesday to Sunday
Estimated price:
$45.65–$500.00
Plane from Ukunda to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$45.65–$228.26

Kenya Airways

Website:
kenya-airways.com/
Plane from Mombasa to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$26.09–$293.48

Safarilink

Website:
flysafarilink.com/
Plane from Mombasa to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Wednesday to Sunday
Estimated price:
$45.65–$500.00
Plane from Ukunda to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$45.65–$228.26

Jambojet Limited

Website:
jambojet.com/
Plane from Mombasa to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$26.09–$293.48

Skyward Express

Website:
skywardexpress.co.ke/
Plane from Mombasa to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$26.09–$293.48
Plane from Ukunda to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$47.83–$163.04

Other operators

Kenya Ferries

Phone:
254 20 2118344
Email:
Website:
kenyaferry.co.ke/
Other from Mombasa to Likoni
Ave. Duration:
10 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes

Bus operators

Modern Coast

Phone:
+254 709 897 000
Email:
Website:
modern.co.ke/
Bus from Mombasa to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$0.43–$22.83

MASH

Phone:
+254 730 889 000
Email:
Website:
mashpoa.co/
Bus from Mombasa to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$9.78–$29.35

Train operators

Kenya Railways

Phone:
0709 907 555
Email:
Website:
krc.co.ke
Train from Mombasa to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
5h 18m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.47–$34.41

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Mombasa to Nairobi (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Mombasa to Nairobi (Station) is to bus which costs $1 - $29.35 and takes 9h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mombasa to Nairobi (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Mombasa to Nairobi (Station) is to fly which takes 1h 26m and costs $76.09 - $250 .

Is there a direct bus between Mombasa and Nairobi (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mombasa and arriving at Nairobi. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h.

How far is it from Mombasa to Nairobi (Station)?

The distance between Mombasa and Nairobi (Station) is 460 km. The road distance is 483.8 km.

How do I travel from Mombasa to Nairobi (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Mombasa to Nairobi (Station) without a car is to train which takes 7h 5m and costs $41.30 - $76.09 .

How long does it take to get from Mombasa to Nairobi (Station)?

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Mombasa to Nairobi (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mombasa to Nairobi (Station) bus from?

Mombasa to Nairobi (Station) bus services, operated by MASH, depart from Mombasa station.

Train, bus or fly from Mombasa to Nairobi (Station)?

The best way to get from Mombasa to Nairobi (Station) is to fly which takes 2h 5m and costs $70.65 - $184.78 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $41.30 - $76.09 and takes 7h 5m, you could also bus, which costs $1 - $29.35 and takes 9h 13m.

Where does the Mombasa to Nairobi (Station) bus arrive?

Mombasa to Nairobi (Station) bus services, operated by MASH, arrive at Nairobi station.

Can I drive from Mombasa to Nairobi (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Mombasa to Nairobi (Station) is 484 km. It takes approximately 7h 16m to drive from Mombasa to Nairobi (Station).

Where can I stay near Nairobi (Station)?

There are 5195+ hotels available in Nairobi (Station). Prices start at $86.60 per night.
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