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

The cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Shanzu is to bus via Mombasa which costs $10 - $35 and takes 9h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nairobi to Shanzu is to fly which takes 1h 32m and costs $100 - $290.

Is there a direct bus between Nairobi and Shanzu?

No, there is no direct bus from Nairobi to Shanzu. However, there are services departing from Nairobi and arriving at Mtwapa via Mombasa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 50m.

How far is it from Nairobi to Shanzu?

The distance between Nairobi and Shanzu is 456 km. The road distance is 497.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Nairobi to Shanzu without a car is to train which takes 7h 25m and costs $65 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 1h 32m to get from Nairobi to Shanzu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nairobi to Shanzu bus from?

Nairobi to Shanzu bus services, operated by Coast Bus, depart from Nairobi station.

Train, bus or fly from Nairobi to Shanzu?

The best way to get from Nairobi to Shanzu is to fly which takes 1h 32m and costs $100 - $290. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65 - $110 and takes 7h 25m, you could also bus, which costs $40 - $75 and takes 8h 49m.

Where does the Nairobi to Shanzu bus arrive?

Nairobi to Shanzu bus services, operated by Coast Bus, arrive at Mombasa station.

Can I drive from Nairobi to Shanzu?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi to Shanzu is 497 km. It takes approximately 5h 49m to drive from Nairobi to Shanzu.

Where can I stay near Shanzu?

There are 2060+ hotels available in Shanzu.

Nairobi to Shanzu - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

There are 8 ways to get from Nairobi to Shanzu by plane, train, bus, car, or taxi

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

Fly Nairobi Wilson Airport to Mombasa
best
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Mombasa (MBA)WIL - MBA
1h 32m
$109–288
Bus via Mombasa
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Mombasa
9h 50m
$11–33
Train
1. Take the train from Nairobi to MombasaExpress / ...
7h 25m
$66–106
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Mombasa
8h 49m
$42–72
Drive 497.4 km
1. Drive from Nairobi to Shanzu497.4 km
5h 49m
$58–83
Fly Nairobi Wilson Airport to Ukunda, taxi
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Ukunda (UKA)WIL - UKA
2. Take the taxi from Ukunda (UKA) to Shanzu
2h 21m
$200–315
Bus to Nairobi, fly to Mombasa
1. Take the bus from Kencom/Ambassadeur to JKIA - Passenger Boarding
2. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Mombasa (MBA)NBO - MBA
3h 16m
$116–191
Fly Nairobi Wilson Airport to Vipingo Airport
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Vipingo Airport (VPG)WIL - VPG
1h 33m
$81–330

Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Mombasa (MBA) flights

31Weekly Planes

1h 9mAverage Duration

$42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 455.9 km
Duration: 1h 32m

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

Skyward Express, Safarilink, and two other airlines fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Mombasa (MBA) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Kenya Railways operates a train from Nairobi to Mombasa 3 times a day. Tickets cost $11–35 and the journey takes 5h 30m.

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