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

The cheapest way to get from Lilongwe to Mombasa is to drive which costs $320 - $470 and takes 28h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lilongwe to Mombasa is to fly which takes 5h 5m and costs $400 - $1,300.

Is there a direct bus between Lilongwe and Mombasa?

No, there is no direct bus from Lilongwe to Mombasa. However, there are services departing from Lilongwe and arriving at Mombasa via Lubele Bus Stand, Kimara and Dar es Salaam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 53m.

How far is it from Lilongwe to Mombasa?

The distance between Lilongwe and Mombasa is 1292 km. The road distance is 1826.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Lilongwe to Mombasa without a car is to bus and Private Transfer which takes 37h 57m and costs .

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

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

Where do I catch the Lilongwe to Mombasa bus from?

Lilongwe to Mombasa bus services, operated by Captain Tours, depart from Lilongwe station.

Bus or fly from Lilongwe to Mombasa?

The best way to get from Lilongwe to Mombasa is to fly which takes 5h 5m and costs $400 - $1,300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 38h 53m.

Where does the Lilongwe to Mombasa bus arrive?

Lilongwe to Mombasa bus services, operated by Captain Tours, arrive at Songwe station.

What is the time difference between Lilongwe and Mombasa?

Mombasa is 1h ahead of Lilongwe. It is currently 6:32 AM in Lilongwe and 7:32 AM in Mombasa.

Can I drive from Lilongwe to Mombasa?

Yes, the driving distance between Lilongwe to Mombasa is 1827 km. It takes approximately 28h 42m to drive from Lilongwe to Mombasa.

Where can I stay near Mombasa?

There are 2239+ hotels available in Mombasa.

Lilongwe to Mombasa - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Lilongwe to Mombasa by plane, bus, shuttle, car, or train

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) to Mombasa (MBA)plane LLW - MBA
5h 5m
$406–1,233
Drive 1,826.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lilongwe to Mombasacar 1,826.8 km
28h 42m
$321–464
Bus, Private Transfer
1. Take the bus from Lilongwe to Songwebus
2. Take a shuttle bus from Malawi border to Mbeyashuttle
3. Take the bus from Mbeya to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
4. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Mombasabus
37h 57m
Bus, drive, train
1. Take the bus from Lilongwe to Karongabus
2. Take the bus from Karonga to Songwebus
3. Drive from Songwe to Mbeyacar
4. Take the train from Mbeya to Dar es salaamtrain
5. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Mombasabus
43h 30m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lilongwe to Songwebus
2. Take the bus from Lubele Bus Stand to Magufuli Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Mombasabus
38h 53m

Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) to Mombasa (MBA) flights

11Weekly Planes

5h 13mAverage Duration

$379Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,292.5 km
Duration: 5h 5m

What companies run services between Lilongwe, Malawi and Mombasa, Kenya?

Kenya Airways, Jambojet Limited, and Ethiopian Airlines fly from Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) to Mombasa (MBA) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lilongwe to Mombasa via Songwe, Lubele Bus Stand, Magufuli Bus Terminal, Kimara, and Dar es Salaam in around 38h 53m.

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