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

The cheapest way to get from Kigali to Mombasa is to bus via Kigali Airport which costs $65 - $75 and takes 32h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kigali to Mombasa is to fly which takes 6h 5m and costs $290 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Kigali and Mombasa?

No, there is no direct bus from Kigali to Mombasa. However, there are services departing from Nyabugogo Bus Park and arriving at Mombasa via Nairobi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 30m.

How far is it from Kigali to Mombasa?

The distance between Kigali and Mombasa is 1096 km. The road distance is 1390.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kigali to Mombasa without a car is to bus and train which takes 29h 22m and costs $85 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Kigali to Mombasa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kigali to Mombasa bus from?

Kigali to Mombasa bus services, operated by Trinity Express, depart from Nyabugogo Bus Park station.

Bus or fly from Kigali to Mombasa?

The best way to get from Kigali to Mombasa is to fly which takes 6h 5m and costs $290 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $110 and takes 30h 30m.

Where does the Kigali to Mombasa bus arrive?

Kigali to Mombasa bus services, operated by Trinity Express, arrive at Duruma Rd station.

What is the time difference between Kigali and Mombasa?

Mombasa is 1h ahead of Kigali. It is currently 4:55 AM in Kigali and 5:55 AM in Mombasa.

Can I drive from Kigali to Mombasa?

Yes, the driving distance between Kigali to Mombasa is 1391 km. It takes approximately 24h 37m to drive from Kigali to Mombasa.

Where can I stay near Mombasa?

There are 2293+ hotels available in Mombasa.

Kigali to Mombasa - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 7 ways to get from Kigali to Mombasa by plane, bus, train, car, or taxi

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Fly to Mombasa
best
1. Fly from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Mombasa (MBA)plane KGL - MBA
6h 5m
$291–576
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nyabugogo Bus Park to Duruma Rdbus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Mombasabus
30h 30m
$61–110
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Nyabugogo Bus Park to Duruma Rdbus
2. Take the train from Nairobi to Mombasatrain Express / ...
29h 22m
$87–212
Drive 1,390.9 km
1. Drive from Kigali to Mombasacar 1,390.9 km
24h 37m
$179–259
Fly to Ukunda, taxi
1. Fly from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Ukunda (UKA)plane KGL - UKA
2. Take the taxi from Ukunda (UKA) to Mombasataxi
6h 53m
$601–1,081
Fly to Malindi, bus
1. Fly from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Malindi (MYD)plane KGL - MYD
2. Take the bus from Malindi to Mombasabus
8h 43m
$447–1,420
Bus via Kigali Airport
1. Take the bus from Kigali to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Mombasabus
32h 39m
$69–74

Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Mombasa (MBA) flights

35Weekly Planes

4h 23mAverage Duration

$171Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,096 km
Duration: 6h 5m

What companies run services between Kigali, Rwanda and Mombasa, Kenya?

Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, and four other airlines fly from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Mombasa (MBA) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nyabugogo Bus Park to Mombasa via Duruma Rd and Nairobi in around 30h 30m.

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