How to get fromNairobi to Manda Islandby plane, unknown, bus or train

Travel from

To

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Nairobi to Manda Island by plane, unknown, bus, or train

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, travel
best
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Lamu Airport (LAU)plane WIL - LAU
2. Walk from Lamu Airport (LAU) to Manda Islandunknown
2h 4m
Bus, travel
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Malindibus
2. Take the bus from Malindi to Lamubus
3. Walk from Lamu to Manda Islandunknown
11h 24m
Train, bus, travel
1. Take the train from Nairobi to Mombasatrain
2. Take the bus from Mombasa to Lamubus
3. Walk from Lamu to Manda Islandunknown
12h 24m
Bus to Nairobi, fly, travel
1. Take the bus from Kencom/Ambassadeur to JKIA - Passenger Boardingbus
2. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Lamu Airport (LAU)plane NBO - LAU
3. Walk from Lamu Airport (LAU) to Manda Islandunknown
3h 13m
Bus, travel via Mombasa
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Mombasabus
2. Take the bus from Mombasa to Lamubus
3. Walk from Lamu to Manda Islandunknown
22h 55m

Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Lamu Airport (LAU) flights

16Weekly Planes

2h 7mAverage Duration

$115Cheapest Price

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Nairobi to Manda Island.

Launch map view

Distance: 471.1 km
Duration: 2h 4m

What companies run services between Nairobi, Kenya and Manda Island, Kenya?

There is no direct connection from Nairobi to Manda Island. However, you can fly to Lamu Airport (LAU) then travel to Manda Island. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nairobi to Manda Island via Malindi, Malindi, and Lamu in around 11h 24m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around the world?

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including Thanksgiving 2018: How to travel stress-free, Travelling around the UAE, and Italy Travel Guides - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Lamu, Kenya(opens in a new window)

Lamu or Lamu Town is a small town on Lamu Island, which in turn is a part of the Lamu Archipelago in Kenya. Situated 341 km by road northeast of Mombasa that ends at Mokowe Jetty, from where the sea channel has to be crossed to reach Lamu Island. It is the headquarter of Lamu County and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. - Wikipedia (opens in a new window)

Things to do in Lamu

Lamu(Opens in a new window)

Lamu or Lamu Town is a small town on Lamu Island, which in turn is a part of the Lamu Archipelago in Kenya. Situated 341 km by road northeast of Mombasa that ends at Mokowe Jetty from where the sea channel has to be crossed to reach Lamu Island. It is the headquarters of Lamu County and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Lamu is Kenya's oldest continually inhabited town, and was one of the original Swahili settlements along coastal East Africa, founded in 1370.

Lamu Fort(Opens in a new window)

Lamu Fort is a fortress in the town of Lamu in northeastern Kenya. Originally situated on the waterfront, the fort today it is located in a central position in the town, about 70 m from the main jetty on the shore. The powerfully built two-story stone building contrasts with the Swahili architecture of the other buildings in the town.

Olduvai Gorge Museum(Opens in a new window)

The Olduvai Gorge Museum is located in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area in Northern Tanzania on the edge of the Olduvai Gorge. The museum was founded by Mary Leakey and is now under the jurisdiction of the Tanzanian government's Department of Cultural Antiquities. It is a museum dedicated to the appreciation and understanding of the Olduvai Gorge and Laetoli fossil sites.

Places to stay in Lamu

Andavelo House(Opens in a new window)

9.4Superb

Amu House(Opens in a new window)

8.9Fabulous

Jamala Guesthouse(Opens in a new window)

8.4Very Good

Banana House and Wellness Centre(Opens in a new window)

8.8Fabulous

Rome2Rio makes travelling from Nairobi to Manda Island easy.

Rome2Rio is a door-to-door travel information and booking engine, helping you get to and from any location in the world. Find all the transport options for your trip from Nairobi to Manda Island right here. Rome2Rio displays up to date schedules, route maps, journey times and estimated fares from relevant transport operators, ensuring you can make an informed decision about which option will suit you best. Rome2Rio also offers online bookings for selected operators, making reservations easy and straightforward.