Kisumu to Mombasa by bus
Mombasa lies 700 km (435 mi) south-east of Kisumu, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 12 h 48 min including stops, over roughly 854 km (531 mi) of road.
| Kisumu | Mombasa | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Kenya | Kenya |
| Population | 397,957 | 1.2 million |
| Elevation | 1,174 m (3,852 ft) | 20 m (66 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Nairobi) | UTC+3 (Africa/Nairobi) |
| Postal codes | 40100 | 80100 |
Where to book buses from Kisumu to Mombasa
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Staying in Mombasa
Our booking partner lists 1,530+ places to stay in Mombasa (statistics below are from the first 1,000). Of the 407 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (269), and 9 are five-star. Across 54 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 7.9 out of 10. Guests have left 20,277 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Mombasa from Kisumu?
700 km (435 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Kisumu; by road roughly 854 km (531 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kisumu to Mombasa by bus?
About 12 h 48 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kisumu and Mombasa?
No, both are on Africa/Nairobi at the moment.
Where can I stay in Mombasa?
Our booking partner lists 1,530+ places to stay in Mombasa, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.