How far is it from Malindi to Lamu?

The distance between Malindi and Lamu is 143 km.

How do I travel from Malindi to Lamu without a car?

The best way to get from Malindi to Lamu without a car is to bus and travel which takes 2h 24m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Malindi to Lamu?

It takes approximately 32 min to get from Malindi to Lamu, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Lamu?

There are 90+ hotels available in Lamu.

Malindi to Lamu - 2 ways to travel via plane, and bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Malindi to Lamu by plane, unknown, or bus

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1. Fly from Malindi (MYD) to Lamu Airport (LAU)plane MYD - LAU
2. Walk from Lamu Airport (LAU) to Lamuunknown
32 min
Bus, travel
1. Take the bus from Malindi to Lamubus
2. Walk from Lamu to Lamuunknown
2h 24m

Malindi (MYD) to Lamu Airport (LAU) flights

14Weekly Planes

30 minAverage Duration

$51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 143 km
Duration: 32 min

What companies run services between Malindi, Kenya and Lamu, Murang'A, Kenya?

There is no direct connection from Malindi to Lamu. However, you can fly to Lamu Airport (LAU) then travel to Lamu. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Malindi to Lamu via Lamu in around 2h 24m.

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