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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: June 19 at
    Departure city: Nairobi
    Departure location: Nairobi South C Parcel Office
    Arrival time: June 20 at
    Destination city: Mombasa
    Destination location: Mombasa Mwembe Tayari
    Operated by: ENA CoachENA Coach
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 19 at
    Departure city: Nairobi
    Departure location: Nairobi KPCU Building
    Arrival time: June 20 at
    Destination city: Mombasa
    Destination location: Mombasa Mwembe Tayari
    Operated by: ENA CoachENA Coach
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Nairobi to Mombasa: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$24
Average Bus Trip Duration9h 30m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure8:00pm
Distance439 km
Latest bus departure8:30pm

Nairobi to Mombasa Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Nairobi - Mombasa

  1. How long is the trip from Nairobi to Mombasa by bus?

    The typical travel time from Nairobi to Mombasa by bus is around 9h 30m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Mombasa in 9h 30m

  2. What is the travel distance from Nairobi to Mombasa?

    The distance between Nairobi and Mombasa is around 443 km (275 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Nairobi to Mombasa?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at JKIA Jomo Kenya International Airport (NBO), in Nairobi, and end it at Mombasa Simba Coach Bus Stop, in Mombasa.

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from Nairobi to Mombasa?

    Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Nairobi to Mombasa. With a starting ticket price of US$1, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much does the bus ticket cost from Nairobi to Mombasa?

    The bus fare from Nairobi to Mombasa is approximately US$1.

  6. Is there an overnight bus from Nairobi to Mombasa?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Nairobi until 8:30pm and reaching Mombasa on the following day.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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US$22
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US$22
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06-21
US$22
06-22
US$22
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US$22
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To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Nairobi to Mombasa, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$22 to US$22 for a bus ticket from Nairobi to Mombasa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$22 which is on 2025-06-21.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Nairobi to Mombasa.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Nairobi to Mombasa, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Nairobi to Mombasa.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Nairobi to Mombasa, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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