How far is it from Moi International Airport (MBA) to Watamu?

The distance between Moi International Airport (MBA) and Watamu is 119 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Moi International Airport (MBA) to Watamu?

The drive from Moi International Airport (MBA) to Watamu takes approximately 2 h 20 min by car.

What is the best route from Moi International Airport (MBA) to Watamu?

The fastest route from Moi International Airport (MBA) to Watamu covers 119 km with a driving time of approximately 2 h 20 min.

Which direction is Watamu from Moi International Airport (MBA)?

Watamu lies roughly to the north-east of Moi International Airport (MBA).

Which roads does the route from Moi International Airport (MBA) to Watamu follow?

The drive from Moi International Airport (MBA) to Watamu mainly follows A7.

Which towns do you pass between Moi International Airport (MBA) and Watamu?

Towns on the route from Moi International Airport (MBA) to Watamu include Jomvu, Mtwapa, Vipingo, Takaungu, Malindi.

Where can I find a 24h service station between Moi International Airport (MBA) and Watamu?

Along the route from Moi International Airport (MBA) to Watamu you can fill up at Jafcom, Petrocity Bamburi, Rubis. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I camp between Moi International Airport (MBA) and Watamu?

Along the route from Moi International Airport (MBA) to Watamu you can stop for the night or service your van at Mida Eco Camp.

Where can I stop to rest between Moi International Airport (MBA) and Watamu?

On the route from Moi International Airport (MBA) to Watamu you can take a break at Interpel Cfs.

Moi International Airport (MBA) Watamu

Distance: 119 kmDrive time: 2 h 20 min

Driving from Moi International Airport (MBA) to Watamu takes about 2 h 20 min via A7. The distance is 119 km. The straight-line distance is 90 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Mtwapa. Driving directions

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Driving directions30 · 119 km

1 Depart left 3 km
2 Turn right 627 m
3 Turn left 487 m
4 Enter roundabout slightly left 84 m
5 Exit roundabout left 694 m
6 Enter roundabout straight onto Airport Road 19 m
7 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Airport Road 2 km
8 Enter roundabout left 86 m
9 Exit roundabout slightly left 390 m
10 Turn straight onto Magongo Road 46 m
11 Take ramp slightly left 800 m
12 Merge slightly right onto Mombasa Road 3 km
13 Enter rotary slightly left onto Mombasa Road 79 m

14 Exit rotary left onto Mombasa Road 627 m
15 Turn left onto Ronald Ngala Road 2 km
16 Continue straight onto Nyali Bridge 392 m
17 Continue straight onto Nyali Road 429 m
18 Turn left 29 m
19 Turn right onto Kengelani Road 727 m
20 Continue slightly left onto Old Malindi Road 10 km
21 Continue right onto Old Malindi Road 2 km
22 Turn left 403 m
23 At end of road, turn left onto Malindi Road 88 km
24 Turn right onto Gede Watamu Road 6 km
25 Turn slightly left 37 m
26 Turn slightly left onto Kanani Road 607 m
27 Turn right onto Watamu Beach Road 296 m
28 Turn left 126 m
29 Turn right 51 m
30 Arrive left

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The return trip from Watamu to Moi International Airport (MBA) covers roughly the same distance, 119 km.

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How far is it from Moi International Airport (MBA) to Watamu?: The distance between Moi International Airport (MBA) and Watamu is 119 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Moi International Airport (MBA) to Watamu?: The drive from Moi International Airport (MBA) to Watamu takes approximately 2 h 20 min by car.
What is the best route from Moi International Airport (MBA) to Watamu?: The fastest route from Moi International Airport (MBA) to Watamu covers 119 km with a driving time of approximately 2 h 20 min.
Which direction is Watamu from Moi International Airport (MBA)?: Watamu lies roughly to the north-east of Moi International Airport (MBA).
Which roads does the route from Moi International Airport (MBA) to Watamu follow?: The drive from Moi International Airport (MBA) to Watamu mainly follows A7.
Which towns do you pass between Moi International Airport (MBA) and Watamu?: Towns on the route from Moi International Airport (MBA) to Watamu include Jomvu, Mtwapa, Vipingo, Takaungu, Malindi.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Moi International Airport (MBA) and Watamu?: Along the route from Moi International Airport (MBA) to Watamu you can fill up at Jafcom, Petrocity Bamburi, Rubis. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I camp between Moi International Airport (MBA) and Watamu?: Along the route from Moi International Airport (MBA) to Watamu you can stop for the night or service your van at Mida Eco Camp.
Where can I stop to rest between Moi International Airport (MBA) and Watamu?: On the route from Moi International Airport (MBA) to Watamu you can take a break at Interpel Cfs.

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