What is the cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Malaba?

The cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Malaba is to bus which costs $7 - $27 and takes 10h.

What is the fastest way to get from Nairobi to Malaba?

The fastest way to get from Nairobi to Malaba is to fly and drive which takes 2h 34m and costs $70 - $150.

Is there a direct bus between Nairobi and Malaba?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nairobi and arriving at Malaba. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h.

How far is it from Nairobi to Malaba?

The distance between Nairobi and Malaba is 384 km. The road distance is 434.6 km.

How do I travel from Nairobi to Malaba without a car?

The best way to get from Nairobi to Malaba without a car is to bus which takes 10h and costs $7 - $27.

How long does it take to get from Nairobi to Malaba?

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Nairobi to Malaba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nairobi to Malaba bus from?

Nairobi to Malaba bus services, operated by Easy Coach, depart from Nairobi station.

Where does the Nairobi to Malaba bus arrive?

Nairobi to Malaba bus services, operated by Easy Coach, arrive at Malaba station.

Can I drive from Nairobi to Malaba?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi to Malaba is 435 km. It takes approximately 5h 52m to drive from Nairobi to Malaba.

Where can I stay near Malaba?

There are 10+ hotels available in Malaba.

Nairobi to Malaba - 4 ways to travel via plane, car, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Nairobi to Malaba by plane, car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport, drive
best
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Kisumu International Airport (KIS)plane WIL - KIS
2. Drive from Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Malabacar
2h 34m
$73–148
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Malababus
10h
$7–27
Drive 434.6 km
1. Drive from Nairobi to Malabacar 434.6 km
5h 52m
$51–73
Bus to Nairobi, fly, drive
1. Take the bus from Kencom/Ambassadeur to JKIA - Passenger Boardingbus
2. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Kisumu International Airport (KIS)plane NBO - KIS
3. Drive from Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Malabacar
4h 33m
$94–191

Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Kisumu International Airport (KIS) flights

62Weekly Planes

46 minAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Nairobi to Malaba.

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Distance: 384.3 km
Duration: 2h 34m

What companies run services between Nairobi, Kenya and Malaba, Kenya?

Easy Coach operates a bus from Nairobi to Malaba twice daily. Tickets cost $13–18 and the journey takes 10h. Two other operators also service this route.

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