Cheap Bus Tickets in Kenya

Bus travel in Kenya is one of the most affordable ways to get around. Prices vary depending on distance and route: Short trips between nearby cities are usually budget-friendly. In the last 12 months, the average ticket price for domestic routes was $24. Long-distance journeys connecting major hubs are more expensive but still offer great value. International routes to neighboring countries are higher priced but often cheaper than flights.
Example fares in Kenya:
Nairobi ↔ Mombasa (average: $25)
Nairobi ↔ Arusha (average: $25)
Nairobi ↔ Moshi (average: $30)

While you can choose between different transports, Buses is usually the most convenient and cost-effective way to explore Kenya with 16 routes.

Booking a bus or train ticket is simple and flexible: Online with Busbud, you can compare schedules and operators, reserve your seat in advance and pay securely by selecting your preferred method and currency. You can also download our App: Get it on Google Play, Download on the App Store.

The bus is the most popular way to travel from Nairobi to Mombasa
Travel time: 9h 30m
Ticket prices: From $25
Frequency: 2 departures daily
Recommended operators: ENA Coach, Desturi Safaris, Impala Shuttle

The buses connecting with major cities in neighbouring countries are:
Nairobi ↔ Arusha, Tanzania
Nairobi ↔ Moshi, Tanzania
Nairobi ↔ Namanga, Tanzania

You can find trains and bus routes to and from some major airports. For example: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport