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

The cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Mbombela is to bus via Lusaka which costs R 2 700 - R 3 500 and takes 3 days 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Nairobi to Mbombela is to fly which takes 9h 4m and costs R 5 000 - R 17 000.

Is there a direct bus between Nairobi and Mbombela?

No, there is no direct bus from Nairobi to Mbombela. However, there are services departing from Nairobi and arriving at Nelspruit via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, Intercity Bus Terminus and Johannesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 1h.

How far is it from Nairobi to Mbombela?

The distance between Nairobi and Mbombela is 2812 km. The road distance is 3691.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Nairobi to Mbombela without a car is to bus via Lusaka which takes 3 days 1h and costs R 2 700 - R 3 500.

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

It takes approximately 9h 4m to get from Nairobi to Mbombela, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nairobi to Mbombela bus from?

Nairobi to Mbombela bus services, operated by Marangu Luxury Shuttles, depart from Nairobi station.

Bus or fly from Nairobi to Mbombela?

The best way to get from Nairobi to Mbombela is to fly which takes 9h 4m and costs R 5 000 - R 17 000. Alternatively, you can bus via Lusaka, which costs R 2 700 - R 3 500 and takes 3 days 1h.

Where does the Nairobi to Mbombela bus arrive?

Nairobi to Mbombela bus services, operated by Marangu Luxury Shuttles, arrive at Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Nairobi and Mbombela?

Mbombela is 1h behind Nairobi. It is currently 1:49 PM in Nairobi and 12:49 PM in Mbombela.

Can I drive from Nairobi to Mbombela?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi to Mbombela is 3691 km. It takes approximately 2 days 6h to drive from Nairobi to Mbombela.

Where can I stay near Mbombela?

There are 480+ hotels available in Mbombela.

Nairobi to Mbombela - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Nairobi to Mbombela by plane, bus, car, or taxi

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Fly to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport
best
1. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP)plane NBO - MQP
9h 4m
R 5,323–16,398
Bus via Lusaka
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Intercity Bus Terminusbus
3. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Park Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Nelspruitbus
3d 1h
R 2,777–3,477
Drive 3,691.4 km
1. Drive from Nairobi to Mbombelacar 3,691.4 km
2d 6h
R 8,494–12,269
Fly to Skukuza Airport, taxi, bus
1. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Skukuza Airport (SZK)plane NBO - SZK
2. Take the taxi from Skukuza Airport (SZK) to Hazyviewtaxi
3. Take the bus from Hazyview to Nelspruitbus
13h 39m
R 7,613–21,468
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Dar es Salaambus
2. Take the bus from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburgbus
3. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Nelspruitbus
4d 12h
R 3,601–5,221

Nairobi (NBO) to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP) flights

27Weekly Planes

8h 17mAverage Duration

R 5,331Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,811.8 km
Duration: 9h 4m

What companies run services between Nairobi, Kenya and Mbombela, South Africa?

Airlink, Kenya Airways, and Fastjet fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nairobi to Nelspruit via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, Intercity Bus Terminus, Park Station, and Johannesburg in around 3d 1h.

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