What is the cheapest way to get from Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Watamu?

The cheapest way to get from Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Watamu is to train and drive which costs $29 - $130 and takes 8h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Watamu?

The fastest way to get from Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Watamu is to fly which takes 1h 35m and costs $150 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Nairobi Airport (NBO) and Watamu?

No, there is no direct bus from Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Watamu. However, there are services departing from JKIA - Passenger Boarding and arriving at Malindi via Nairobi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 54m.

How far is it from Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Watamu?

The distance between Nairobi Airport (NBO) and Watamu is 431 km. The road distance is 546.6 km.

How do I travel from Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Watamu without a car?

The best way to get from Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Watamu without a car is to bus which takes 9h 54m and costs $55 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Watamu?

It takes approximately 1h 35m to get from Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Watamu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Watamu bus from?

Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Watamu bus services, operated by Tahmeed Coach Ltd, depart from Nairobi station.

Bus or fly from Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Watamu?

The best way to get from Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Watamu is to fly which takes 1h 35m and costs $150 - $360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $95 and takes 9h 54m.

Where does the Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Watamu bus arrive?

Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Watamu bus services, operated by Tahmeed Coach Ltd, arrive at Malindi station.

Can I drive from Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Watamu?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Watamu is 547 km. It takes approximately 6h 25m to drive from Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Watamu.

Where can I stay near Watamu?

There are 636+ hotels available in Watamu.

Can I share a ride from Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Watamu?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Nairobi Airport (NBO) and Watamu. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Watamu - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Watamu by plane, train, car, bus, or rideshare

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Fly from Nairobi
best
1. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Malindi (MYD)plane NBO - MYD
1h 35m
$158–356
Train, drive
cheapest
1. Take the train from Nairobi to Mariakanitrain Inter-county
2. Drive from Mariakani to Watamucar
8h 16m
$29–129
Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Malindi (MYD)plane WIL - MYD
1h 52m
$183–390
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Malindibus
9h 54m
$57–91
Bus via Kilifi
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kilifibus
2. Take the bus from Kilifi to Malindibus
13h 45m
$83–126
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Nairobi-NBO to Watamurideshare 546.6 km
6h 25m
Drive 546.6 km
1. Drive from Nairobi Airport (NBO) to Watamucar 546.6 km
6h 25m
$63–91

Nairobi (NBO) to Malindi (MYD) flights

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Distance: 431 km
Duration: 1h 35m

What companies run services between Nairobi Airport (NBO), Kenya and Watamu, Kenya?

Jambojet Limited flies from Nairobi (NBO) to Malindi (MYD) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Tahmeed Coach Ltd operates a bus from Nairobi to Malindi 3 times a day. Tickets cost $11–16 and the journey takes 7h 40m. MASH also services this route once daily.

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