Mombasa to Nairobi by train, bus, flight, taxi from KES 1,786

Mombasa to Nairobi Destination Reviews

Sharon K

I just had to get a printed copy of the train ticket at a kiosk at the train station. They don’t accept online scans of tickets from a phone at Mombasa Terminus.

Mombasa to Nairobi, Train Economy Class, Kenya Railways, Nov 18, 2025

Ulrike

Fantasic and very comfortable to travel.

Mombasa to Nairobi, Train Economy Class, Kenya Railways, Sep 14, 2025

Michael C

The train and service on board were excellent. Only when I got the ticket from the office, the price of the ride was mentioned on the ticket and I noticed that I paid almost twice (!) that fee to 12go Asia.

Mombasa to Nairobi, Train Comfort Class, Kenya Railways, Apr 25, 2025

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Mombasa to Nairobi Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Taxi	Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver	Minivan 4pax	Any time	+7h 58m	$451.00
Flight	Kenya Airways	Economy	00:30	01:30	$112.95
Flight	Kenya Airways	Economy	04:20	05:20	$218.32
Flight	Kenya Airways	Economy	04:40	05:40	$137.40
Flight	Jambojet	Economy	05:00	06:15	$75.69	4.0
Flight	Jambojet	Economy	05:45	07:00	$153.70	4.0
Flight	Jambojet	Economy	06:40	07:55	$73.94	4.0
Bus	Tahmeed Coach	VIP-Class	07:15	16:15	$32.50	5.0
Flight	Jambojet	Economy	07:40	08:55	$65.79	4.0
Train	Kenya Railways	Economy Class	08:00	14:10	$18.00	4.3
Flight	Kenya Airways	Economy	08:20	09:20	$90.82
Bus	Royal Liner Express	Standard	08:40	16:40	$23.95
Flight	Skyward Express	Economy	09:00	22:05	$930.35	5.0
Flight	Kenya Airways	Economy	09:30	10:30	$86.75
Flight	Kenya Airways	Economy	09:50	10:50	$96.06
Flight	Kenya Airways	Economy	10:10	11:10	$157.23
Flight	Skyward Express	Economy	10:30	11:20	$1,372.81	5.0
Flight	Kenya Airways	Economy	10:50	11:50	$171.55
Flight	Kenya Airways	Economy	11:10	12:10	$176.99
Flight	Jambojet	Economy	11:45	13:00	$101.30	4.0

How to get from Mombasa to Nairobi

When you want to get from Mombasa to Nairobi, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

Flight
Bus
Train
Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 189.61. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 13.82.

How much does it cost to get from Mombasa to Nairobi?

The cost of the trip from Mombasa to Nairobi varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Mombasa Raha: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 13.82 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 189.61.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Mombasa to Nairobi:

Bus tickets - USD 13.82 to USD 23.22;
Train tickets - USD 23.56 to USD 153.11;
Plane tickets - USD 52.63 to USD 189.61;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 432.01 to USD 569.76.

How many trips per day are there between Mombasa and Nairobi?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

Flights from Mombasa to Nairobi depart during the day - there are approximately 46 departures a day.
Buses start plying the route from 18:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 20:00. There are 14 available bus trips every day.
Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 8 trains per day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Mombasa to Nairobi. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 52.63.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Mombasa to Nairobi

AeroCRS, Hahn Air Systems, Hahn Air Technologies, Jambojet, Kenya Airways, Kenya Airways, Safarilink Aviation, Safarilink Aviation, Skyward Express

Buses

Taking a bus from Mombasa to Nairobi is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Mombasa to Nairobi. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 432.01.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

Transportation from Mombasa to Nairobi

Facts about the transport from Mombasa to Nairobi

Cheapest Transport	$14
Fastest Transport	1h
Earliest Departure	4:20 AM
Latest Departure	10:00 PM
Departures per day	68
Distance	550 kilometers
Transport Companies	AeroCRS, Coast Bus, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Hahn Air Systems, Hahn Air Technologies, Imani Coach, Jambojet, Kenya Airways, Kenya Airways, Kenya Railways, Mombasa Raha, Safarilink Aviation, Safarilink Aviation, Skyward Express, Tahmeed Express

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Mombasa to Nairobi