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Nairobi to Mombasa

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Nairobi, Kenya → Mombasa, Kenya

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Nairobi to Mombasa

Composite routes from Nairobi to Mombasa

Cheapest
Other

Transport providers

Airlines

World Ticket

Website:
worldticket.com/
Plane from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Mombasa
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$18.48–$206.52
Plane from Nairobi to Mombasa
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$20.65–$239.13

FlexFlight ApS

Website:
flexflight.dk/
Plane from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Mombasa
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$45.65–$500.00
Plane from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Ukunda
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$45.65–$228.26

Kenya Airways

Website:
kenya-airways.com/
Plane from Nairobi to Mombasa
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$20.65–$239.13
Plane from Nairobi to Ukunda
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$21.74–$239.13

Safarilink

Website:
flysafarilink.com/
Plane from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Mombasa
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$45.65–$500.00
Plane from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Ukunda
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$45.65–$228.26

Jambojet Limited

Website:
jambojet.com/
Plane from Nairobi to Mombasa
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$20.65–$239.13
Plane from Nairobi to Ukunda
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$21.74–$239.13

Skyward Express

Website:
skywardexpress.co.ke/
Plane from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Mombasa
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.35–$97.83
Plane from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Ukunda
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$47.83–$163.04
Plane from Nairobi to Mombasa
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$20.65–$239.13

Nairobi Matatu

Website:
digitalmatatus.com
Bus from Easy Coach/Uchumi to Cabanas
Ave. Duration:
27 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.38–$0.60

Other operators

Kenya Ferries

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

Bus operators

Modern Coast

Phone:
+254 709 897 000
Website:
modern.co.ke/
Bus from Nairobi to Mombasa
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$0.43–$21.74

MASH

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

Train operators

Kenya Railways

Phone:
0709 907 555
Website:
krc.co.ke
Train from Nairobi to Mombasa
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.33–$33.98

Questions and Answers

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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Nairobi (Station) to Mombasa is to fly which takes 1h 27m and costs $76.09 - $250 .

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

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

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

The distance between Nairobi (Station) and Mombasa is 447 km. The road distance is 483.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Nairobi (Station) to Mombasa without a car is to train which takes 7h 16m and costs $41.30 - $76.09 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 27m to get from Nairobi (Station) to Mombasa, including transfers.

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

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

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

The best way to get from Nairobi (Station) to Mombasa is to fly which takes 1h 27m and costs $76.09 - $250 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $41.30 - $76.09 and takes 7h 16m, you could also bus, which costs $1 - $29.35 and takes 9h 13m.

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

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

Can I drive from Nairobi (Station) to Mombasa?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi (Station) to Mombasa is 483 km. It takes approximately 7h 17m to drive from Nairobi (Station) to Mombasa.

Where can I stay near Mombasa?

There are 1752+ hotels available in Mombasa. Prices start at $50.52 per night.
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