Services that can be included:
– Shared bus (Mash Poa, Tahmeed Coach) from Mombasa to Malindi from $7/person (~2–3 hrs)
– Shared matatu along the north coast road (budget, frequent departures)
– Private car transfer via the B8 coastal highway (Kilifi, Watamu en route)
– Optional stop at Kilifi Creek or Watamu Marine Park along the way
– Domestic flight Mombasa (MBA) to Malindi Airport (MYD) (~25 min) with Safarilink or Skyward Express
– Hotel pickup and drop-off included for private bookings
Price: $7 – $90 per person/vehicle (depending on transport type and group size)
– Shared bus: $7–$15/person (2–3 hrs, economy/business)
– Shared matatu: $4–$7/person (frequent, basic comfort)
– Private car: from $40–$75 per vehicle (sedan, ~2 hrs)
– Domestic flight Mombasa–Malindi: from $55–$90 one-way per person (~25 min)
– Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure
– Free consultation via WhatsApp
– Fully customizable route with optional coastal stops
– Price depends on vehicle type, stops, and group size
Mombasa to Malindi – North Coast Transfer with Optional Stops
Travel between Mombasa and Malindi by shared bus, private car, or domestic flight. The 120 km north coast road follows the B8 highway past Mtwapa, Kikambala, Kilifi, and Watamu – making this one of Kenya’s most scenic coastal transfers.
Ideal for beach tourists, divers, and travelers passing through Watamu Marine Park or Kilifi Creek. Shared buses depart multiple times daily and offer comfortable budget travel. Private cars can include stops at Kilifi Bridge or Watamu on request.
KenyaAssist organizes your Mombasa–Malindi transfer at local prices with door-to-hotel drop-off along the coast.
Road or Flight Between Mombasa and Malindi
The Mombasa–Malindi coastal road (B8) is one of Kenya’s most traveled tourist routes. The road is paved and in good condition, passing through coastal towns with beautiful ocean views. En route stops include Kilifi – known for its dramatic creek and suspension bridge – and Watamu, home to one of Kenya’s top marine national parks.
Shared buses by Mash Poa and Tahmeed Coach depart regularly from Mombasa and reach Malindi in 2–3 hours, with stops at Kilifi and Malindi Bus Station. Matatus are also frequent along this route and can be boarded at various points.
For travelers short on time, daily flights from Mombasa (MBA) to Malindi International Airport (MYD) with Safarilink or Skyward Express take approximately 25 minutes. Malindi is also the onward connection for Lamu by road or air.
This route links Mombasa with Malindi, and travelers often continue to Lamu or back to Diani Beach.
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