How far is it from Watamu to Lamu?

The distance between Watamu and Lamu is 163 km.

How do I travel from Watamu to Lamu without a car?

The best way to get from Watamu to Lamu without a car is to bus and travel which takes 2h 47m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Watamu to Lamu?

It takes approximately 53 min to get from Watamu to Lamu, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Lamu?

There are 80+ hotels available in Lamu.

Watamu to Lamu - 2 ways to travel via plane, and bus

There are 2 ways to get from Watamu to Lamu by plane, unknown, 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, travel
best
1. Fly from Malindi (MYD) to Lamu Airport (LAU)plane MYD - LAU
2. Walk from Lamu Airport (LAU) to Lamuunknown
53 min
Bus, travel
1. Take the bus from Malindi to Lamubus
2. Walk from Lamu to Lamuunknown
2h 47m

Malindi (MYD) to Lamu Airport (LAU) flights

10Weekly Planes

30 minAverage Duration

$48Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 162.7 km
Duration: 53 min

What companies run services between Watamu, Kenya and Lamu, Murang'A, Kenya?

There is no direct connection from Watamu to Lamu. However, you can take the taxi to Malindi (MYD) airport, fly to Lamu Airport (LAU), then travel to Lamu. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Watamu to Lamu via Malindi and Lamu in around 2h 47m.

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