Mombasa to Nairobi bus — fares, timetable & online booking
Travelling from Mombasa to Nairobi? Mash Poa runs 4 daily departures on this 485 km route, with a journey time of about 8h. Tickets start at KSh 1,600 per person one way. Pick your exact seat online and our booking desk confirms it with you on WhatsApp before you pay.
Mombasa – Nairobi fares by seat class
| Seat class | Fare (one way) | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Normal | KSh 1,600 | Standard reclining seat, 2x2 layout |
| Business (B/Class) | KSh 1,800 | Rows 4–5, extra legroom |
| VIP | KSh 2,000 | Rows 1–3, front cabin, premium finishes |
Fares are per person, one way, and can change during peak holiday travel.
Mombasa to Nairobi bus timetable
08:0016:00
8h · Coastline Executive 118 (Executive)
From KSh 1,600
14:4522:45
8h · Highlander VIP 201 (VIP)
From KSh 1,600
21:3005:30next day
8h · Rift Express 402 (Executive)
From KSh 1,600
11:1519:15
8h · Mash Traveller Shuttle 14 (Traveller)
From KSh 1,600
Boarding & drop-off points
- Boarding in MombasaMwembe Tayari · Nyali · Mariakani
- Drop-off in NairobiRiver Road Office · Lavington · Mlolongo
On-board amenities
- Free Wi-Fi
- USB charging
- Reclining seats
- Entertainment
- Air conditioning
- Power outlets
- VIP seating
- Extra legroom
- Bottled water
Mombasa to Nairobi: common questions
- How much is a bus ticket from Mombasa to Nairobi?
- Normal class costs KSh 1,600, Business class KSh 1,800 and VIP KSh 2,000 per seat. Fares are per person, one way.
- How long does the Mombasa to Nairobi bus take?
- The journey takes about 8h covering roughly 485 km, depending on traffic and weather.
- What time do buses leave Mombasa for Nairobi?
- There are 4 daily departures at 08:00, 14:45, 21:30, 11:15.
- 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.