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

The cheapest way to get from Kisumu to Mombasa is to bus which costs $15 - $35 and takes 14h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kisumu to Mombasa is to fly which takes 1h 58m and costs $160 - $330.

Is there a direct bus between Kisumu and Mombasa?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kisumu and arriving at Mombasa. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h 25m.

How far is it from Kisumu to Mombasa?

The distance between Kisumu and Mombasa is 713 km. The road distance is 815.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kisumu to Mombasa without a car is to bus which takes 14h 25m and costs $15 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Kisumu to Mombasa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kisumu to Mombasa bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Kisumu to Mombasa?

The best way to get from Kisumu to Mombasa is to fly which takes 1h 58m and costs $160 - $330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $15 - $35 and takes 14h 25m.

Where does the Kisumu to Mombasa bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kisumu to Mombasa?

Yes, the driving distance between Kisumu to Mombasa is 816 km. It takes approximately 10h 15m to drive from Kisumu to Mombasa.

How do I get a bus ticket from Kisumu to Mombasa?

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Where can I stay near Mombasa?

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

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Fly Kisumu International Airport to Mombasa
best
1. Fly from Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Mombasa (MBA)plane KIS - MBA
1h 58m
$165–323
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kisumu to Mombasabus
14h 25m
$15–35
Bus, taxi, train
1. Take the bus from Kisumu to Nakurubus
2. Take the taxi from Nakuru to Gilgiltaxi
3. Take the train from Gilgil to Nairobitrain
4. Take the train from Nairobi to Mombasatrain
15h 26m
$115–243
Drive 815.9 km
1. Drive from Kisumu to Mombasacar 815.9 km
10h 15m
$94–136
Fly Kisumu International Airport to Ukunda, taxi
1. Fly from Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Ukunda (UKA)plane KIS - UKA
2. Take the taxi from Ukunda (UKA) to Mombasataxi
3h 50m
$315–408
Drive to Eldoret International Airport, fly to Mombasa
1. Drive from Kisumu to Eldoret International Airport (EDL)car
2. Fly from Eldoret International Airport (EDL) to Mombasa (MBA)plane EDL - MBA
4h 46m
$132–272
Bus via Nairobi
1. Take the bus from Kisumu to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Mombasabus
16h 41m
$22–26

Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Mombasa (MBA) flights

57Weekly Planes

3h 6mAverage Duration

$58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 713 km
Duration: 1h 58m

What companies run services between Kisumu, Kenya and Mombasa, Kenya?

Jambojet Limited, Kenya Airways, and Safarilink fly from Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Mombasa (MBA) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Tahmeed Coach Ltd operates a bus from Kisumu to Mombasa twice daily. Tickets cost $16–22 and the journey takes 14h 25m. MASH also services this route 3 times a day.

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