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

The cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Maputo is to bus which costs $230 - $360 and takes 4 days 17h.

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

The fastest way to get from Nairobi to Maputo is to bus and fly which takes 7h 6m and costs $430 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Nairobi and Maputo?

No, there is no direct bus from Nairobi to Maputo. However, there are services departing from Nairobi and arriving at Karl Max Av via Dar Es Salaam and Kerk St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4 days 17h.

How far is it from Nairobi to Maputo?

The distance between Nairobi and Maputo is 2823 km. The road distance is 3742.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Nairobi to Maputo without a car is to bus which takes 4 days 17h and costs $230 - $360.

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

It takes approximately 7h 6m to get from Nairobi to Maputo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nairobi to Maputo bus from?

Nairobi to Maputo bus services, operated by Tahmeed Coach Ltd, depart from Nairobi station.

Bus or fly from Nairobi to Maputo?

The best way to get from Nairobi to Maputo is to bus via Lusaka which takes 3 days 3h and costs . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $330 - $850 and takes 19h 57m.

Where does the Nairobi to Maputo bus arrive?

Nairobi to Maputo bus services, operated by Tahmeed Coach Ltd, arrive at Dar es Salaam station.

What is the time difference between Nairobi and Maputo?

Maputo is 1h behind Nairobi. It is currently 1:34 AM in Nairobi and 12:34 AM in Maputo.

Can I drive from Nairobi to Maputo?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi to Maputo is 3742 km. It takes approximately 2 days 12h to drive from Nairobi to Maputo.

Where can I stay near Maputo?

There are 120+ hotels available in Maputo.

Nairobi to Maputo - 5 ways to travel via bus, plane, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Nairobi to Maputo by bus, plane, or car

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

Bus to Nairobi, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Kencom/Ambassadeur to JKIA - Passenger Boardingbus
2. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Maputo International Airport (MPM)plane NBO - MPM
7h 6m
$431–641
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Dar es Salaambus
2. Take the bus from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburgbus
3. Take the bus from Kerk St to Karl Max Avbus
4d 17h
$230–354
Bus via Lusaka
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kampalabus
2. Take the bus from Berelay Rd to Tunduma Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Nakonde to Lusakabus
4. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to 77 Nugget Stbus
5. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Maputobus
3d 3h
Drive 3,742.2 km
1. Drive from Nairobi to Maputocar 3,742.2 km
2d 12h
$458–662
Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Maputo International Airport (MPM)plane WIL - MPM
19h 57m
$336–848

Nairobi (NBO) to Maputo International Airport (MPM) flights

10Weekly Planes

6h 37mAverage Duration

$317Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Nairobi to Maputo.

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Distance: 2,822.6 km
Duration: 7h 6m

What companies run services between Nairobi, Kenya and Maputo, Mozambique?

You can take a bus from Nairobi to Maputo via Kampala, Berelay Rd, Tunduma Terminal, Nakonde, Lusaka, Intercity Bus Terminus, 77 Nugget St, Cbd, Park Station, and Johannesburg in around 3d 3h. Alternatively, Safarilink, Jambojet Limited, and eight other airlines fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Maputo International Airport (MPM) twice daily.

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