Mombasa to Watamu

Mombasa to Watamu

Mombasa
Watamu
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Mombasa to Watamu Destination Reviews

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Andrea M
We truly had the best driver, James. He not only found us at the airport and safely drove us, across traffic jams and busy streets, to our destination. But he also told us so many things about Mombassa and Kenya, it felt like having a guided tour 😊 we were super, super satisfied with his service. Super recommended!!!
Mombasa to Watamu, taxi SUV 5pax, Kilimanjaro Journeys, Apr 1, 2026
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Mombasa to Watamu Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Van
Zanzibar Private Tours
Tourist
00:00
02:00
$40.00
  4.0
Van
Zanzibar Private Tours
Tourist
01:00
03:00
$40.00
  4.0
Van
Zanzibar Private Tours
Tourist
02:00
04:00
$40.00
  4.0
Van
Zanzibar Private Tours
Tourist
03:00
05:00
$40.00
  4.0
Van
Zanzibar Private Tours
Tourist
04:00
06:00
$40.00
  4.0
Van
Zanzibar Private Tours
Tourist
05:00
07:00
$40.00
  4.0
Van
Zanzibar Private Tours
Tourist
06:00
08:00
$40.00
  4.0
Van
Zanzibar Private Tours
Tourist
07:00
09:00
$40.00
  4.0
Van
Zanzibar Private Tours
Tourist
08:00
10:00
$40.00
  4.0
Van
Zanzibar Private Tours
Tourist
09:00
11:00
$40.00
  4.0
Van
Zanzibar Private Tours
Tourist
10:00
12:00
$40.00
  4.0
Van
Zanzibar Private Tours
Tourist
11:00
13:00
$40.00
  4.0
Van
Zanzibar Private Tours
Tourist
12:00
14:00
$40.00
  4.0
Van
Zanzibar Private Tours
Tourist
13:00
15:00
$40.00
  4.0
Van
Zanzibar Private Tours
Tourist
14:00
16:00
$40.00
  4.0
Van
Zanzibar Private Tours
Tourist
15:00
17:00
$40.00
  4.0
Van
Zanzibar Private Tours
Tourist
16:00
18:00
$40.00
  4.0
Van
Zanzibar Private Tours
Tourist
17:00
19:00
$40.00
  4.0
Van
Zanzibar Private Tours
Tourist
18:00
20:00
$40.00
  4.0
Van
Zanzibar Private Tours
Tourist
19:00
21:00
$40.00
  4.0

How to get from Mombasa to Watamu

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

  • Flight
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight 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 170.74. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a flight as a flight ticket costs as low as USD 116.82.

How far is Mombasa from Watamu?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Mombasa to Watamu. Your trip will be a total of 63 miles (100 km). The flying distance is 63 miles (100 km).

How long does it take to get from Mombasa to Watamu?

The travel time from Mombasa to Watamu can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 6 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Mombasa to Watamu varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Safarilink Aviation, Skyward Express: travelling by flight expect to pay as low as USD 116.82 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 170.74.

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

  • Van price : USD 21.18;
  • flight price: USD 116.83 - USD 170.74. From Mombasa to Watamu starting from 06:40 Mombasa Airport until 13:05 Mombasa Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 103.19 to USD 142.57.

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

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

  • 3 by flight from Mombasa to Watamu starting from 06:40 Mombasa Airport until 13:05 Mombasa Airport

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Mombasa to Watamu. 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 103.19.

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

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Mombasa to Watamu. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Mombasa to Watamu.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Mombasa to Watamu

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Mombasa to Watamu? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% decided to catch a taxi.

Transportation from Mombasa to Watamu

Facts about the transport from Mombasa to Watamu

Cheapest Transport$22
Fastest Transport2h
Earliest Departure12:00 凌晨
Latest Departure11:00 晚上
Departures per day3
Distance100 kilometers
Transport CompaniesDaytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Diani Magical Tours, Impala Shuttle EA, Jambojet, Safarilink Aviation, Skyward Express