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Mombasa to Thika

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Mombasa, Kenya → Thika, Kenya

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Seven ways to Travel from Mombasa to Thika

Composite routes from Mombasa to Thika

Cheapest
Fastest
Other

Transport providers

Airlines

World Ticket

Website:
worldticket.com/
Plane from Mombasa to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$30.49–$343.00

FlexFlight ApS

Website:
flexflight.dk/
Plane from Mombasa to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Wednesday to Sunday
Estimated price:
$53.36–$584.37

Kenya Airways

Website:
kenya-airways.com/
Plane from Mombasa to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$30.49–$343.00
Plane from Ukunda to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$31.76–$343.00

Safarilink

Website:
flysafarilink.com/
Plane from Mombasa to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Wednesday to Sunday
Estimated price:
$53.36–$584.37

Jambojet Limited

Website:
jambojet.com/
Plane from Mombasa to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$30.49–$343.00
Plane from Ukunda to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$31.76–$343.00

Skyward Express

Website:
skywardexpress.co.ke/
Plane from Mombasa to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$30.49–$343.00

Nairobi Matatu

Website:
digitalmatatus.com
Bus from Town Terminal to Ngoingwa
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.95–$1.40
Bus from Town Terminal to Tuskys
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.02–$1.52
Bus from Safari Park to Ngoingwa
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.76–$1.14

Other operators

Kenya Ferries

Phone:
254 20 2118344
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
Website:
modern.co.ke/
Bus from Mombasa to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$0.51–$26.68

MASH

Phone:
+254 730 889 000
Website:
mashpoa.co/
Bus from Mombasa to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$11.43–$34.30

Train operators

Kenya Railways

Phone:
0709 907 555
Website:
krc.co.ke
Train from Mombasa to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
5h 18m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$13.40–$40.22

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Mombasa to Thika?

The cheapest way to get from Mombasa to Thika is to bus which costs $1.30 - $23.91 and takes 10h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mombasa to Thika?

The fastest way to get from Mombasa to Thika is to fly and bus which takes 3h 38m and costs $76.09 - $184.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Mombasa and Thika?

No, there is no direct bus from Mombasa to Thika. However, there are services departing from Mombasa and arriving at Tuskys via Town Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 10m.

How far is it from Mombasa to Thika?

The distance between Mombasa and Thika is 502 km. The road distance is 522.1 km.

How do I travel from Mombasa to Thika without a car?

The best way to get from Mombasa to Thika without a car is to train which takes 8h 45m and costs $42.39 - $76.09 .

How long does it take to get from Mombasa to Thika?

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Mombasa to Thika, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mombasa to Thika bus from?

Mombasa to Thika bus services, operated by Modern Coast, depart from Mombasa station.

Train or bus from Mombasa to Thika?

The best way to get from Mombasa to Thika is to train which takes 8h 45m and costs $42.39 - $76.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1.30 - $23.91 and takes 10h 10m.

Where does the Mombasa to Thika bus arrive?

Mombasa to Thika bus services, operated by Modern Coast, arrive at Nairobi station.

Can I drive from Mombasa to Thika?

Yes, the driving distance between Mombasa to Thika is 522 km. It takes approximately 7h 51m to drive from Mombasa to Thika.

Where can I stay near Thika?

There are 253+ hotels available in Thika. Prices start at $19.27 per night.
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