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

The cheapest way to get from Mbale to Mombasa is to bus which costs $65 - $90 and takes 15h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mbale to Mombasa is to fly which takes 2h 16m and costs $190 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Mbale and Mombasa?

No, there is no direct bus from Mbale to Mombasa. However, there are services departing from Yala and arriving at Mombasa via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 32m.

How far is it from Mbale to Mombasa?

The distance between Mbale and Mombasa is 730 km. The road distance is 827.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Mbale to Mombasa without a car is to bus and train which takes 14h 45m and costs $85 - $210.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Mbale to Mombasa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mbale to Mombasa bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Mbale to Mombasa?

The best way to get from Mbale to Mombasa is to fly which takes 2h 16m and costs $190 - $360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $90 and takes 15h 32m.

Where does the Mbale to Mombasa bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mbale to Mombasa?

Yes, the driving distance between Mbale to Mombasa is 828 km. It takes approximately 10h 30m to drive from Mbale to Mombasa.

Where can I stay near Mombasa?

There are 2231+ hotels available in Mombasa.

Mbale to Mombasa - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 8 ways to get from Mbale to Mombasa by plane, bus, train, car, or taxi

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Fly Kisumu International Airport to Mombasa
best
1. Fly from Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Mombasa (MBA)plane KIS - MBA
2h 16m
$197–360
Bus via Nairobi
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kisumu to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Mombasabus
16h 35m
$65–85
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kaimosi to Nairobibus
2. Take the train from Nairobi to Mombasatrain Express / ...
14h 45m
$89–202
Drive 827.9 km
1. Drive from Mbale to Mombasacar 827.9 km
10h 30m
$96–138
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
4h 8m
$347–445
Drive to Eldoret International Airport, fly to Mombasa
1. Drive from Mbale to Eldoret International Airport (EDL)car
2. Fly from Eldoret International Airport (EDL) to Mombasa (MBA)plane EDL - MBA
4h 25m
$130–269
Bus
1. Take the bus from Yala to Mombasabus
15h 32m
$68–86
Bus via Kisumu
1. Take the bus from Kisumu to Mombasabus
18h 21m
$68–93

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

57Weekly Planes

3h 6mAverage Duration

$58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 729.8 km
Duration: 2h 16m

What companies run services between Mbale, 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 Yala to Mombasa once daily. Tickets cost $16–23 and the journey takes 15h 7m.

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