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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Mombasa Mwembe Tayari | Nairobi KPCU Building | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Mombasa Mwembe Tayari | Nairobi South C Parcel Office | Fastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:57 AM EAT.
Get from Mombasa to Nairobi
The journey takes about 10 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Mombasa and Nairobi?
Stops in Mombasa
- A
Mombasa Simba Coach Bus Stop
Jomo Kenyatta Ave, Mombasa - B
Mombasa Coast Bus Stop
Mwembe Tayari Rd, Mombasa - C
Mombasa Mash Bus Stop
Jomo Kenyatta Ave (Opp Total Petrol Station), Mombasa - D
Mombasa Dreamline Bus Terminal
Dreamline, Saifee Baagh Bohra Estate, Al Akida Rd, Mombasa, Kenya
Stops in Nairobi
- A
JKIA Jomo Kenya International Airport (NBO)
MWMH+6G Nairobi (Cossta Café) , Kenya - B25 Monrovia St, Nairobi, Kenya
- C
Nairobi Bus Station Dar Express
River Road, Nairobi, Kenya - D
Nairobi Dreamline Bus Stop
Cross Lane off Accra Road - E
Nairobi Easy Coach Head Office Bus Stop
Haile Selassie Ave, Railways Godown (Head Office) - F
Nairobi Riverside Shuttle Bus Terminal (Parkside Hotel)
Crown Bus Booking Office, Monrovia Street, , Nairobi, Kenya
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Mombasa to Nairobi by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Mombasa to Nairobi?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mombasa to Nairobi start from $24. The average price for this route is around $24. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Mombasa to Nairobi?
The average bus trip duration from Mombasa to Nairobi is 10h 30m, covering a distance of 273 miles (439 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 30m and is operated by ENA Coach.
Which bus companies service the Mombasa to Nairobi route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Mombasa to Nairobi?
The earliest bus departs from Mombasa to Nairobi at 6:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mombasa to Nairobi?
A bus trip from Mombasa to Nairobi generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Mombasa to Nairobi was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $22To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mombasa to Nairobi, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $22 to $22 for a bus ticket from Mombasa to Nairobi based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2025-12-01.
