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Eight ways to Travel from Mombasa to Mbarara

Composite routes from Mombasa to Mbarara

Cheapest
19 h 7 min
Car
1409 km.
from $77
Other
19 h 7 min
Rideshare
1409 km.
from $18.38
9 h 12 min
Bus, Plane
1071 km.
from $244.36
27 h 59 min
Train
1071 km.
Select a ticket
9 h 15 min
Bus, Plane
1071 km.
from $10.87
28 h 19 min
1071 km.
Select a ticket
30 h 30 min
1072 km.
from $5.43
33 h 28 min
1072 km.
from $5.43

Transport providers

Airlines

Kenya Airways

Website:
kenya-airways.com/
Plane from Mombasa to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
4h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$215.96–$1,079.81
Plane from Mombasa to Entebbe
Ave. Duration:
4h 11m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$190.56–$698.70

Uganda Airlines

Website:
ugandairlines.com/
Plane from Mombasa to Entebbe
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$254.07–$444.63

Bus operators

Modern Coast

Phone:
+254 709 897 000
Email:
Website:
modern.co.ke/
Bus from Kigali to Mbarara
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$0.30–$13.97
Bus from Nairobi to Kampala
Ave. Duration:
11h 17m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$0.70–$52.14

Bismarkan Coaches

Phone:
+256704300537
Bus from Kampala to Mbarara
Ave. Duration:
5h 42m
Frequency:
5 times a day

Tahmeed Coach Ltd

Phone:
0724 581902
Website:
tahmeedexpress.com/
Bus from Mombasa to Malaba
Ave. Duration:
16h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.79–$35.57
Bus from Mombasa to Busia
Ave. Duration:
16h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.79–$35.57

Volcano Express Ltd

Phone:
+250788351253
Email:
Website:
facebook.com/VolcanoLtd/
Bus from Kampala to Mbarara
Ave. Duration:
7h 36m
Frequency:
Once daily

Buscar E.A Limited

Phone:
0790 700700
Email:
Website:
bus-car.co.ke/?fbclid=IwAR0ue-tmedLmaiQ3pC7R6TuzahIO7p698XH5v32MsQRE75qD18nAkNRKeR4#/
Bus from Nairobi to Kampala
Ave. Duration:
13h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$26.68–$44.69
Bus from Malaba to Kampala
Ave. Duration:
4h 34m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.96
Bus from Busia to Kampala
Ave. Duration:
4h 21m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.00

Coast Bus

Phone:
(+254) 722-206-445
Email:
Website:
coastbus.co.ke/
Bus from Mombasa to Malaba
Ave. Duration:
19h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.24–$24.14

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:
$13.40–$40.22

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Mombasa to Mbarara is to fly and bus which costs $217.39 - $434.78 and takes 9h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mombasa to Mbarara is to fly and bus which takes 9h 12m and costs $217.39 - $434.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Mombasa and Mbarara?

No, there is no direct bus from Mombasa to Mbarara. However, there are services departing from Mombasa and arriving at Mbarara via Malaba, Chairman's House and Kampala. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 19m.

How far is it from Mombasa to Mbarara?

The distance between Mombasa and Mbarara is 1338 km. The road distance is 1409.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Mombasa to Mbarara without a car is to train and bus which takes 27h 59m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 9h 12m to get from Mombasa to Mbarara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mombasa to Mbarara bus from?

Mombasa to Mbarara bus services, operated by Tahmeed Coach Ltd, depart from Mombasa station.

Where does the Mombasa to Mbarara bus arrive?

Mombasa to Mbarara bus services, operated by Tahmeed Coach Ltd, arrive at Malaba station.

Can I drive from Mombasa to Mbarara?

Yes, the driving distance between Mombasa to Mbarara is 1409 km. It takes approximately 20h 10m to drive from Mombasa to Mbarara.

Where can I stay near Mbarara?

There are 48+ hotels available in Mbarara. Prices start at $16.50 per night.
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