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Cape Town to Mombasa

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Seven ways to Travel from Cape Town to Mombasa

Composite routes from Cape Town to Mombasa

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Transport providers

Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines

Website:
ethiopianairlines.com/
Plane from Cape Town International Airport to Mombasa
Ave. Duration:
20h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$345.29–$959.13

Kenya Airways

Website:
kenya-airways.com/
Plane from Cape Town International Airport to Mombasa
Ave. Duration:
9h 44m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$230.19–$767.30
Plane from Cape Town International Airport to Ukunda
Ave. Duration:
17h 5m
Frequency:
Thursday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$230.19–$767.30
Plane from Cape Town International Airport to Malindi
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$332.50–$1,087.01

Jambojet Limited

Website:
jambojet.com/
Plane from Cape Town International Airport to Ukunda
Ave. Duration:
16h 45m
Frequency:
Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$358.08–$959.13
Plane from Cape Town International Airport to Malindi
Ave. Duration:
11h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$613.84–$1,214.90

Bus operators

Greyhound ZA

Phone:
+27 11 611 8000
Website:
greyhound.co.za
Bus from Cape Town Stn to Park
Ave. Duration:
19h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$43.48–$62.66
Bus from Cape Town to Midrand
Ave. Duration:
19h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$43.48–$62.66

Tahmeed Coach Ltd

Phone:
0724 581902
Website:
tahmeedexpress.com/
Bus from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa
Ave. Duration:
9h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.35–$34.53

Eagle Liner

Phone:
+27 87 150 1895
Website:
eagleliner.co.za
Bus from Cape Town Stn to Park
Ave. Duration:
17h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$25.58–$83.12

Juldan Motors

Phone:
+260 211 247 683
Bus from Lusaka to Nakonde
Ave. Duration:
12h 38m
Frequency:
Once daily

Tawakal Coach

Phone:
+254 (41) 722550111
Website:
tawakalcoaches.co.ke/booking/schedules.html
Bus from Malindi to Mombasa
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily

City to City

Phone:
+27 11 774 3333
Website:
res.prasa.com/citytocity/booking
Bus from Cape Town to Johannesburg
Ave. Duration:
18h 27m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.86–$35.81

Mkombe Trading Logistics

Phone:
+27 688 768 194
Website:
facebook.com/mkombebuslogisticstz
Bus from Johannesburg to Dar
Ave. Duration:
2d 15h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$189.46

Shalom Bus Services

Phone:
+260 977 982150
Website:
zamfika.com/
Bus from Johannesburg to Lusaka
Ave. Duration:
20h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$49.87–$83.12

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

Train operators

Gautrain

Phone:
+27 80 042 8872
Website:
gautrain.co.za
Train from Pretoria to Park
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.05–$6.32

Tanzania Zambia Railway Authority

Website:
tazarasite.com
Train from Mbeya to Dar
Ave. Duration:
24h 20m
Frequency:
Twice a week

Rovos Rail

Phone:
+27 (0)12 315 8242
Website:
rovos.com/
Train from Rovos Rail Lounge to Rovos
Ave. Duration:
3d 18h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$2,174.03–$4,603.82

Shosholoza Meyl

Phone:
011 013 0231
Website:
res.prasa.com/shosholozameyl/Booking
Train from Cape Town to Potchefstroom
Ave. Duration:
34h 55m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$27.16–$43.58

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cape Town to Mombasa?

The cheapest way to get from Cape Town to Mombasa is to bus which costs $195.65 - $260.87 and takes 3 days 20h.

What is the fastest way to get from Cape Town to Mombasa?

The fastest way to get from Cape Town to Mombasa is to fly which takes 10h 1m and costs $217.39 - $706.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Cape Town and Mombasa?

No, there is no direct bus from Cape Town to Mombasa. However, there are services departing from Cape Town Stn and arriving at Mombasa via Park Station, Johannesburg, Shekilango and Dar es Salaam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 20h.

How far is it from Cape Town to Mombasa?

The distance between Cape Town and Mombasa is 4003 km. The road distance is 5110.5 km.

How do I travel from Cape Town to Mombasa without a car?

The best way to get from Cape Town to Mombasa without a car is to train and bus which takes 6 days 21h and costs $1956.52 - $4130.43 .

How long does it take to get from Cape Town to Mombasa?

It takes approximately 10h 1m to get from Cape Town to Mombasa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cape Town to Mombasa bus from?

Cape Town to Mombasa bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, depart from Cape Town Stn station.

Bus or fly from Cape Town to Mombasa?

The best way to get from Cape Town to Mombasa is to fly which takes 10h 1m and costs $217.39 - $706.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $195.65 - $260.87 and takes 3 days 20h.

Where does the Cape Town to Mombasa bus arrive?

Cape Town to Mombasa bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, arrive at Park Station.

What is the time difference between Cape Town and Mombasa?

Mombasa is 1h ahead of Cape Town. It is currently 22:08 in Cape Town and 23:08 in Mombasa.

Can I drive from Cape Town to Mombasa?

Yes, the driving distance between Cape Town to Mombasa is 5111 km. It takes approximately 2 days 15h to drive from Cape Town to Mombasa.

Where can I stay near Mombasa?

There are 1762+ hotels available in Mombasa. Prices start at $50.89 per night.
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