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

The cheapest way to get from Mombasa to Mbale is to bus which costs $65 - $90 and takes 15h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mombasa to Mbale is to fly and drive which takes 3h 5m and costs $120 - $270.

Is there a direct bus between Mombasa and Mbale?

No, there is no direct bus from Mombasa to Mbale. However, there are services departing from Mombasa and arriving at Yala via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 31m.

How far is it from Mombasa to Mbale?

The distance between Mombasa and Mbale is 729 km. The road distance is 827.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Mombasa to Mbale without a car is to train and bus which takes 14h 34m and costs $85 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Mombasa to Mbale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mombasa to Mbale bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Mombasa to Mbale?

The best way to get from Mombasa to Mbale is to fly which takes 3h 14m and costs $190 - $360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $90 and takes 15h 31m.

Where does the Mombasa to Mbale bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mombasa to Mbale?

Yes, the driving distance between Mombasa to Mbale is 828 km. It takes approximately 10h 28m to drive from Mombasa to Mbale.

Where can I stay near Mbale?

There are 446+ hotels available in Mbale.

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

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

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Fly Mombasa to Kisumu International Airport
best
1. Fly from Mombasa (MBA) to Kisumu International Airport (KIS)plane MBA - KIS
3h 14m
$190–359
Bus via Kisumu
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mombasa to Kisumubus
18h 22m
$64–91
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Mombasa to Nairobitrain Express / ...
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kaimosibus
14h 34m
$88–198
Drive 827.5 km
1. Drive from Mombasa to Mbalecar 827.5 km
10h 28m
$96–138
Fly Mombasa to Eldoret International Airport, drive
1. Fly from Mombasa (MBA) to Eldoret International Airport (EDL)plane MBA - EDL
2. Drive from Eldoret International Airport (EDL) to Mbalecar
3h 5m
$129–269
Taxi to Ukunda, fly to Kisumu International Airport
1. Take the taxi from Mombasa to Ukunda (UKA)taxi
2. Fly from Ukunda (UKA) to Kisumu International Airport (KIS)plane UKA - KIS
4h 21m
$346–440
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mombasa to Yalabus
15h 31m
$65–87
Bus via Nairobi
1. Take the bus from Mombasa to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kisumubus
16h 36m
$65–85

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

56Weekly Planes

3h 33mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 728.6 km
Duration: 3h 14m

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

Kenya Airways, Safarilink, and two other airlines fly from Mombasa (MBA) to Kisumu International Airport (KIS) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Tahmeed Coach Ltd operates a bus from Mombasa to Yala once daily. Tickets cost $16–23 and the journey takes 15h 6m.

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