Mombasa to Kisumu bus — fares, timetable & online booking
Travelling from Mombasa to Kisumu? Mash Poa runs 2 daily departures on this 810 km route, with a journey time of about 13h. Tickets start at KSh 2,800 per person one way. Pick your exact seat online and our booking desk confirms it with you on WhatsApp before you pay.
Mombasa – Kisumu fares by seat class
| Seat class | Fare (one way) | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Normal | KSh 2,800 | Standard reclining seat, 2x2 layout |
| Business (B/Class) | KSh 3,200 | Rows 4–5, extra legroom |
| VIP | KSh 3,500 | Rows 1–3, front cabin, premium finishes |
Fares are per person, one way, and can change during peak holiday travel.
Mombasa to Kisumu bus timetable
16:0005:00next day
13h · Highlander VIP 201 (VIP)
From KSh 2,800
18:0007:00next day
13h · Coastline Executive 118 (Executive)
From KSh 2,800
Boarding & drop-off points
- Boarding in MombasaMwembe Tayari · Nyali · Mariakani
- Drop-off in KisumuKisumu Terminus · Kondele · Ahero
On-board amenities
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power outlets
- VIP seating
- Extra legroom
- Reclining seats
- Bottled water
- Air conditioning
- USB charging
- Entertainment
Mombasa to Kisumu: common questions
- How much is a bus ticket from Mombasa to Kisumu?
- Normal class costs KSh 2,800, Business class KSh 3,200 and VIP KSh 3,500 per seat. Fares are per person, one way.
- How long does the Mombasa to Kisumu bus take?
- The journey takes about 13h covering roughly 810 km, depending on traffic and weather.
- What time do buses leave Mombasa for Kisumu?
- There are 2 daily departures at 16:00, 18:00.
- How do I pay for my ticket?
- No card details are collected on this website. After you choose your seats and enter passenger details, your booking opens in WhatsApp and our team confirms availability and sends M-Pesa payment instructions. You can also call +254 755 684 907.
- Where do buses board in Mombasa?
- Boarding points in Mombasa: Mwembe Tayari, Nyali, Mariakani. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before departure.