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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Nairobi South C Parcel Office | Mombasa Mwembe Tayari | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Nairobi KPCU Building | Mombasa Mwembe Tayari | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:38 PM EAT.
Get from Nairobi to Mombasa
The journey takes about 9 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 Nairobi and Mombasa?
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
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
Compare bus companies
A good way to travel this route is with ENA Coach buses. The company offers 2 daily departures, with ticket prices starting at $24 and the shortest trip taking about 585. ENA Coach gets you where you want to go for a fair price.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Nairobi to Mombasa 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 Nairobi to Mombasa?
The cheapest bus tickets from Nairobi to Mombasa 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 Nairobi to Mombasa?
The average bus trip duration from Nairobi to Mombasa is 9h 30m, covering a distance of 273 miles (439 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 30m and is operated by ENA Coach.
Which bus companies service the Nairobi to Mombasa 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 Nairobi to Mombasa?
The earliest bus departs from Nairobi to Mombasa at 8:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Nairobi to Mombasa?
A bus trip from Nairobi to Mombasa 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 Nairobi to Mombasa was searched and found on Nov 26, 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 Nairobi to Mombasa, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $22 to $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 $22 which is on 2025-11-29.
