What is the cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Shimba Hills National Reserve?

The cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Shimba Hills National Reserve is to drive which costs $60 - $90 and takes 7h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nairobi to Shimba Hills National Reserve?

The fastest way to get from Nairobi to Shimba Hills National Reserve is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 31m and costs $190 - $350.

How far is it from Nairobi to Shimba Hills National Reserve?

The distance between Nairobi and Shimba Hills National Reserve is 495 km. The road distance is 529.8 km.

How do I travel from Nairobi to Shimba Hills National Reserve without a car?

The best way to get from Nairobi to Shimba Hills National Reserve without a car is to train and taxi which takes 8h 46m and costs $140 - $280.

How long does it take to get from Nairobi to Shimba Hills National Reserve?

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Nairobi to Shimba Hills National Reserve, including transfers.

Can I drive from Nairobi to Shimba Hills National Reserve?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi to Shimba Hills National Reserve is 530 km. It takes approximately 7h 40m to drive from Nairobi to Shimba Hills National Reserve.

Where can I stay near Shimba Hills National Reserve?

There are 722+ hotels available in Shimba Hills National Reserve.

Nairobi to Shimba Hills National Reserve - 8 ways to travel via train

There are 8 ways to get from Nairobi to Shimba Hills National Reserve by plane, taxi, train, bus, car ferry, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Nairobi Wilson Airport to Ukunda, taxi
best
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Ukunda (UKA)plane WIL - UKA
2. Take the taxi from Ukunda (UKA) to Shimba Hills National Reservetaxi
2h 31m
$199–341
Drive 529.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nairobi to Shimba Hills National Reservecar 529.8 km
7h 40m
$61–89
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Nairobi to Mombasatrain Express / ...
2. Take the taxi from Mombasa to Shimba Hills National Reservetaxi
8h 46m
$145–276
Bus, car ferry, drive
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Mombasabus
2. Take the carferry from Mombasa to Likonicarferry
3. Drive from Likoni to Shimba Hills National Reservecar
10h 29m
Fly Nairobi Wilson Airport to Mombasa, car ferry, drive
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Mombasa (MBA)plane WIL - MBA
2. Take the carferry from Mombasa to Likonicarferry
3. Drive from Likoni to Shimba Hills National Reservecar
3h 15m
Fly Nairobi to Ukunda, taxi
1. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Ukunda (UKA)plane NBO - UKA
2. Take the taxi from Ukunda (UKA) to Shimba Hills National Reservetaxi
4h 20m
$176–291
Fly Nairobi to Mombasa, car ferry, drive
1. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Mombasa (MBA)plane NBO - MBA
2. Take the carferry from Mombasa to Likonicarferry
3. Drive from Likoni to Shimba Hills National Reservecar
4h 59m
Bus, car ferry, drive via Mombasa
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Mombasabus
2. Take the carferry from Mombasa to Likonicarferry
3. Drive from Likoni to Shimba Hills National Reservecar
10h 37m

Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Ukunda (UKA) flights

52Weekly Planes

1h 12mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Nairobi to Shimba Hills National Reserve.

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Distance: 495.1 km
Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between Nairobi, Kenya and Shimba Hills National Reserve, Kenya?

There is no direct connection from Nairobi to Shimba Hills National Reserve. However, you can fly to Ukunda (UKA) then take the taxi to Shimba Hills National Reserve. Alternatively, you can take the train to Nairobi Terminus, take the train to Mombasa, then take the taxi to Shimba Hills National Reserve.

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