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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: Last Wednesday at 4:15 PM EAT.
Get from Mombasa to Nairobi
The journey takes about 10 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 409, 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 travelling from Mombasa to Nairobi by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 at R 409. The average price for this route is around R 411. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Mombasa to Nairobi?
The average bus journey time from Mombasa to Nairobi is 10h 30m, covering a distance of 442 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h 30m and is operated by ENA Coach.
Which bus companies service the Mombasa to Nairobi route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses 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 18:00. And the latest bus departs at 18:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mombasa to Nairobi?
A bus trip from Mombasa to Nairobi produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 371To 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 R 371 to R 374 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 R 371, which is on 2025-12-11.