What is the cheapest way to get from Thika to Mtwapa?

The cheapest way to get from Thika to Mtwapa is to bus which costs $11 - $21 and takes 9h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Thika to Mtwapa?

The fastest way to get from Thika to Mtwapa is to line 237 bus and fly which takes 5h 3m and costs $130 - $400.

Is there a direct bus between Thika and Mtwapa?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Thika and arriving at Mtwapa. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 30m.

How far is it from Thika to Mtwapa?

The distance between Thika and Mtwapa is 536 km. The road distance is 535.2 km.

How do I travel from Thika to Mtwapa without a car?

The best way to get from Thika to Mtwapa without a car is to bus which takes 9h 30m and costs $11 - $21.

How long does it take to get from Thika to Mtwapa?

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Thika to Mtwapa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thika to Mtwapa bus from?

Thika to Mtwapa bus services, operated by Tahmeed Coach Ltd, depart from Thika station.

Train or bus from Thika to Mtwapa?

The best way to get from Thika to Mtwapa is to bus which takes 9h 30m and costs $11 - $21. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65 - $110 and takes 10h 18m.

Where does the Thika to Mtwapa bus arrive?

Thika to Mtwapa bus services, operated by Tahmeed Coach Ltd, arrive at Mtwapa station.

Can I drive from Thika to Mtwapa?

Yes, the driving distance between Thika to Mtwapa is 535 km. It takes approximately 6h 25m to drive from Thika to Mtwapa.

Where can I stay near Mtwapa?

There are 2169+ hotels available in Mtwapa.

Thika to Mtwapa - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, car, and line 237 bus

There are 8 ways to get from Thika to Mtwapa by bus, plane, train, 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.

Bus, bus to Nairobi, fly to Mombasa
best
1. Take the bus from Tuskys to Koja
2. Take the bus from Kencom/Ambassadeur to JKIA - Passenger Boarding
3. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Mombasa (MBA)NBO - MBA
5h 6m
$117–193
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Thika to Mtwapa
9h 30m
$12–21
Train
1. Take the train from Thika to Makadara/Mwisho
2. Take the train from Nairobi to MombasaExpress / ...
10h 18m
$68–110
Drive 535.2 km
1. Drive from Thika to Mtwapa535.2 km
6h 25m
$62–90
Line 237 bus to Nairobi Wilson Airport, fly to Mombasa
1. Take the bus from Tuskys to Safari Park
2. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Mombasa (MBA)WIL - MBA
5h 12m
$166–451
Line 237 bus to Nairobi Wilson Airport, fly to Vipingo Airport
1. Take the bus from Tuskys to Safari Park
2. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Vipingo Airport (VPG)WIL - VPG
5h 3m
$135–396
Line 237 bus to Nairobi Wilson Airport, fly to Ukunda, taxi
1. Take the bus from Tuskys to Safari Park
2. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Ukunda (UKA)WIL - UKA
3. Take the taxi from Ukunda (UKA) to Mtwapa
5h 57m
$261–391
Bus, bus to Nairobi, fly to Ukunda, taxi
1. Take the bus from Tuskys to Koja
2. Take the bus from Kencom/Ambassadeur to JKIA - Passenger Boarding
3. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Ukunda (UKA)NBO - UKA
4. Take the taxi from Ukunda (UKA) to Mtwapa
6h 5m
$242–383

Nairobi (NBO) to Mombasa (MBA) flights

147Weekly Planes

1h 5mAverage Duration

$43Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 535.6 km
Duration: 5h 6m

What companies run services between Thika, Kenya and Mtwapa, Kenya?

Tahmeed Coach Ltd operates a bus from Thika to Mtwapa once daily. Tickets cost $12–21 and the journey takes 9h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Thika to Mtwapa via Makadara/Mwisho, Nairobi, and Mombasa in around 10h 18m.

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