Day trip from Mombasa to Matuga
Matuga lies 16 km (10 mi) south-west of Mombasa, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 16 km (10 mi) apart, Matuga is a realistic day trip from Mombasa: about 16 min each way by road.
| Mombasa | Matuga | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Kenya | Kenya |
| Population | 1.2 million | 194,252 |
| Elevation | 20 m (66 ft) | 132 m (433 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Nairobi) | UTC+3 (Africa/Nairobi) |
| Postal codes | 80100 | 80406 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Matuga
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Staying in Matuga
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Common questions
How far is Matuga from Mombasa?
16 km (10 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Mombasa; by road roughly 20 km (12 mi).
How long does it take to get from Mombasa to Matuga by road?
About 16 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mombasa and Matuga?
No, both are on Africa/Nairobi at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.