Most travellers prefer to fly to Mombasa from Nairobi. Its cheap, fast and convenient. You’ll get there in under two hours. However, if you are looking to spice up your adventure, how about travelling to Mombasa by train? The standard gauge railway is modern, safe and comfortable. If you choose the express Madaraka train, you will be in Mombasa in four hours and thirty minutes. If you’d prefer a first class ticket, or a window seat, we recommend that you plan early.
The Nairobi terminus is located in Syokimau, the southern part of the capital city Nairobi.
On arrival you’ll get a ticket that includes your name, identification and the price of your ticket. The train station has airport level security and all passengers are safe. Food is available on board throughout your journey.
Tourists who would like to have a more diverse experience of Africa tend to choose road or train travel. You get to see incredible wildlife while travelling to great destinations. You will experience some of the best views of the Tsavo and its magnificent elephants and spectacular views of the country’s flora and fauna.
The cabins are clean and proffessional and first class options are arguably more comfortable than planes.
The mombasa terminus is located in Miritini Mombasa, a taxi will pick you up and drive you to the city and into your hotel, and there, another adventure awaits. Contact us here for more information about a trip to Mombasa by train.
