Overland transport support for inland and cross-border cargo
Kenya Tradex coordinates overland transport from Mombasa and Nairobi with 10+ partner transporters across East Africa. Our partners operate modern fleets with 24/7 GPS tracking, experienced drivers, and full carrier liability coverage. We specialize in transit cargo along the Northern Corridor (to Uganda, South Sudan) and Central Corridor (to Rwanda, Burundi, DRC).
10+
Partner Transporters
24/7
GPS Tracking
3-8
Days Transit
6
Countries Covered
- Full Truckload (FTL) – Dedicated trucks for large shipments
- Less-than-Truckload (LTL) – Cost-effective consolidation for smaller cargo
- 24/7 GPS Real-Time Tracking – Full visibility of your shipment from pickup to delivery
- Experienced Drivers – Familiar with EAC routes and border procedures
- Carrier Liability Available – Comprehensive coverage through partner carriers
- Transit Bond Coordination – Seamless customs clearance at borders
- Refrigerated Trucks (Reefers) – For perishable goods (on request)
Routes & Transit Times
3-4
Days to Uganda
5-6
Days to Rwanda
7
Days to Burundi
6-7
Days to DRC
7-8
Days to South Sudan
Tanzania
- Mombasa → Kampala (Uganda): 3-4 days via Northern Corridor through Malaba / Busia border
- Mombasa → Kigali (Rwanda): 5-6 days via Central Corridor through Rusumo / Gatuna border
- Mombasa → Bujumbura (Burundi): 7 days via Central Corridor through Rusumo border
- Mombasa → Goma/Lubumbashi (DRC): 6-7 days via Central Corridor through Rusumo / Kasumbalesa border
- Mombasa → Juba (South Sudan): 7-8 days via Northern Corridor through Nimule border
Road freight cargo types commonly supported
- General cargo: Cartons, pallets, retail stock, packaged commercial goods and mixed cargo loads
- Machinery and equipment: Cargo requiring structured inland handling and route-aware delivery planning
- Refrigerated (Reefer) cargo: Temperature-sensitive goods, fresh produce, and perishables
- Industrial and project cargo: Inland transport planning for heavier or more complex cargo moving beyond the port or warehouse stage
How the overland transport process works
- Step 1: Request a quote with cargo details and destination
- Step 2: We connect you with the best partner transporter for your route
- Step 3: Cargo pickup and transit bond processing
- Step 4: Real-time GPS tracking through our partner's system
- Step 5: Border clearance and final delivery confirmation
Overland transport questions
- How long does overland transport take from Mombasa to Uganda?
Overland transport from Mombasa to Kampala (Uganda) typically takes 3-4 days via the Northern Corridor through the Malaba or Busia border crossings. - What routes do you use for regional delivery?
Kenya Tradex uses the Northern Corridor (Mombasa to Uganda, South Sudan) and the Central Corridor (Mombasa to Rwanda, Burundi, DRC) with key border crossings including Malaba, Busia, Rusumo, Gatuna, Kasumbalesa, and Nimule. - Do you offer GPS tracking for overland shipments?
Yes. Kenya Tradex provides 24/7 GPS tracking for all overland shipments, giving you full visibility from pickup to final delivery. - Do you have refrigerated trucks for perishable cargo?
Yes. Refrigerated trucks (Reefers) are available on request for temperature-sensitive goods, fresh produce, and perishables.