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

The cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Shimoni is to bus and drive which costs $20 - $29 and takes 10h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nairobi to Shimoni is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 21m and costs $170 - $300.

How far is it from Nairobi to Shimoni?

The distance between Nairobi and Shimoni is 509 km. The road distance is 561 km.

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Nairobi to Shimoni, including transfers.

Can I drive from Nairobi to Shimoni?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi to Shimoni is 561 km. It takes approximately 6h 53m to drive from Nairobi to Shimoni.

Where can I stay near Shimoni?

There are 32+ hotels available in Shimoni.

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

There are 8 ways to get from Nairobi to Shimoni by plane, taxi, train, 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 Nairobi Wilson Airport to Ukunda, taxi
best
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Ukunda (UKA)WIL - UKA
2. Take the taxi from Ukunda (UKA) to Shimoni
2h 21m
$179–296
Train, drive
cheapest
1. Take the train from Nairobi to MombasaExpress / ...
2. Drive from Mombasa to Shimoni
8h 25m
$21–51
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Mombasa
2. Drive from Mombasa to Shimoni
10h 10m
$21–29
Drive 561 km
1. Drive from Nairobi to Shimoni561 km
6h 53m
$65–94
Fly Nairobi Wilson Airport to Mombasa, drive
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Mombasa (MBA)WIL - MBA
2. Drive from Mombasa (MBA) to Shimoni
2h 59m
$85–583
Bus to Nairobi, fly to Ukunda, taxi
1. Take the bus from Kencom/Ambassadeur to JKIA - Passenger Boarding
2. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Ukunda (UKA)NBO - UKA
3. Take the taxi from Ukunda (UKA) to Shimoni
4h 7m
$211–331
Bus to Nairobi, fly to Mombasa, drive
1. Take the bus from Kencom/Ambassadeur to JKIA - Passenger Boarding
2. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Mombasa (MBA)NBO - MBA
3. Drive from Mombasa (MBA) to Shimoni
4h 30m
$82–178
Bus, drive via Mombasa
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Mombasa
2. Drive from Mombasa to Shimoni
10h 14m
$23–45

Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Ukunda (UKA) flights

60Weekly Planes

1h 12mAverage Duration

$39Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 508.8 km
Duration: 2h 21m

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

There is no direct connection from Nairobi to Shimoni. However, you can take the taxi to Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) airport, fly to Ukunda (UKA), then take the taxi to Shimoni. Alternatively, you can take a train from Nairobi Central Stn to Shimoni via Nairobi and Mombasa in around 8h 25m.

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