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

The cheapest way to get from Mombasa to Nairobi is to bus which costs $9 - $35 and takes 8h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mombasa to Nairobi is to fly which takes 1h 16m and costs $130 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Mombasa and Nairobi?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mombasa and arriving at Nairobi. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Mombasa and Nairobi?

No, there is no direct train from Mombasa to Nairobi. However, there are services departing from Mombasa and arriving at Nairobi Central Stn via Nairobi Terminus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

How far is it from Mombasa to Nairobi?

The distance between Mombasa and Nairobi is 441 km. The road distance is 483.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Mombasa to Nairobi without a car is to train which takes 6h 56m and costs $35 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 1h 16m to get from Mombasa to Nairobi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mombasa to Nairobi bus from?

Mombasa to Nairobi bus services, operated by MASH, depart from Mombasa station.

Where do I catch the Mombasa to Nairobi train from?

Mombasa to Nairobi train services, operated by Kenya Railways, depart from Mombasa station.

Train, bus or fly from Mombasa to Nairobi?

The best way to get from Mombasa to Nairobi is to fly which takes 1h 16m and costs $130 - $700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $140 and takes 6h 56m, you could also bus, which costs $9 - $35 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Mombasa to Nairobi bus arrive?

Mombasa to Nairobi bus services, operated by MASH, arrive at Nairobi station.

Where does the Mombasa to Nairobi train arrive?

Mombasa to Nairobi train services, operated by Kenya Railways, arrive at Nairobi station.

Can I drive from Mombasa to Nairobi?

Yes, the driving distance between Mombasa to Nairobi is 484 km. It takes approximately 5h 33m to drive from Mombasa to Nairobi.

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

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Where can I stay near Nairobi?

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

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Fly Mombasa to Nairobi Wilson Airport
best
1. Fly from Mombasa (MBA) to Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)plane MBA - WIL
1h 16m
$130–674
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mombasa to Nairobibus
8h 30m
$9–35
Train
1. Take the train from Mombasa to Nairobitrain Express / ...
6h 56m
$37–133
Drive 483.6 km
1. Drive from Mombasa to Nairobicar 483.6 km
5h 33m
$56–81
Fly Mombasa to Nairobi
1. Fly from Mombasa (MBA) to Nairobi (NBO)plane MBA - NBO
2h 4m
$101–455
Taxi to Ukunda, fly to Nairobi Wilson Airport
1. Take the taxi from Mombasa to Ukunda (UKA)taxi
2. Fly from Ukunda (UKA) to Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)plane UKA - WIL
2h 3m
$216–355
Taxi to Ukunda, fly to Nairobi
1. Take the taxi from Mombasa to Ukunda (UKA)taxi
2. Fly from Ukunda (UKA) to Nairobi (NBO)plane UKA - NBO
2h 55m
$197–306

Mombasa (MBA) to Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) flights

49Weekly Planes

1h 11mAverage Duration

$112Cheapest Price

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Distance: 441.5 km
Duration: 1h 16m

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

Safarilink and FlexFlight ApS fly from Mombasa (MBA) to Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Kenya Railways operates a train from Mombasa to Nairobi 3 times a day. Tickets cost $5–93 and the journey takes 5h 18m.

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