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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Nairobi to Machakos

Composite routes from Nairobi to Machakos

Cheapest
1 h 36 min
Car
80 km.
from $4
Other
2 h 36 min
Bus, Plane
65 km.
from $77.32
2 h 55 min
Bus, Plane
65 km.
from $202.32
4 h 28 min
Bus, Plane
65 km.
from $82.23

Transport providers

Airlines

World Ticket

Website:
worldticket.com/
Plane from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$10.33–$141.30

FlexFlight ApS

Website:
flexflight.dk/
Plane from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$40.22–$163.04

Kenya Airways

Website:
kenya-airways.com/
Plane from Nairobi to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$11.96–$163.04

Safarilink

Website:
flysafarilink.com/
Plane from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$40.22–$163.04

Renegade Air

Website:
flyrenegadeair.com/en
Plane from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$10.33–$141.30

AirKenya Express

Website:
airkenya.com/
Plane from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Maasai
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$195.65–$413.04

Jambojet Limited

Website:
jambojet.com/
Plane from Nairobi to Kisumu
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$11.96–$163.04

Mombasa Air Safari

Plane from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Maasai
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$14.13–$228.26

Bus operators

The Guardian Coach

Phone:
+254 726 511 628
Email:
info@theguardiancoach.com
Website:
theguardian.co.ke/booking/schedules.html
Bus from Nairobi to Kisii
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.00–$10.87

MASH

Phone:
+254 730 889 000
Email:
info@masheastafrica.com
Website:
mashpoa.co/
Bus from Nairobi to Kisii
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.30–$29.35

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Machakos?

The cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Machakos is to bus which costs $5 - $29.35 and takes 5h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nairobi to Machakos?

The fastest way to get from Nairobi to Machakos is to fly and drive which takes 2h 36m and costs $65.22 - $108.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Nairobi and Machakos?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nairobi and arriving at Kisii. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Nairobi to Machakos?

The distance between Nairobi and Machakos is 393 km. The road distance is 305.5 km.

How do I travel from Nairobi to Machakos without a car?

The best way to get from Nairobi to Machakos without a car is to bus which takes 5h 40m and costs $5 - $29.35 .

How long does it take to get from Nairobi to Machakos?

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Nairobi to Machakos, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nairobi to Machakos bus from?

Nairobi to Machakos bus services, operated by The Guardian Coach, depart from Nairobi station.

Where does the Nairobi to Machakos bus arrive?

Nairobi to Machakos bus services, operated by The Guardian Coach, arrive at Kisii station.

Can I drive from Nairobi to Machakos?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi to Machakos is 305 km. It takes approximately 4h 41m to drive from Nairobi to Machakos.
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