Driving from Mombasa to Kikuyu
Kikuyu lies 457 km (284 mi) north-west of Mombasa, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 6 h 58 min without stops, over roughly 557 km (346 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Mombasa | Kikuyu | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Kenya | Kenya |
| Population | 1.2 million | 323,881 |
| Elevation | 20 m (66 ft) | 2,047 m (6,716 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Nairobi) | UTC+3 (Africa/Nairobi) |
| Postal codes | 80100 | 00902 |
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Common questions
How far is Kikuyu from Mombasa?
457 km (284 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Mombasa; by road roughly 557 km (346 mi).
How long does it take to get from Mombasa to Kikuyu by car?
About 6 h 58 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mombasa and Kikuyu?
No, both are on Africa/Nairobi at the moment.
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.