Ocean Freight Route

MombasaColombo

KEMBA
LKCMB
Distance
2,497 NM
Ocean Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Sailings

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See specialized logistics solutions for moving freight between Kenya and Sri Lanka.

Logistics Infrastructure Profile

Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.

KE
Origin Port

Mombasa

Infrastructure Highlights

  • High-draft berths capable of handling mainline container vessels
  • High-capacity container terminals with rubber-tired gantries and reach stackers
  • Connected rail and road corridors via the national rail network to inland dry ports
  • Specialized oil and bulk cargo facilities at the Kipevu oil terminal

Key Exports

Tea and agricultural productsCoffee and horticultural produceMinerals and soda ashManufactured goods and textilesTransit cargo for Uganda, Rwanda, South Sudan, and Eastern DRC

Export Compliance

Shippers should comply with Kenya Revenue Authority electronic customs filing and ensure full documentation in the customs system.

LK
Destination Port

Colombo

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Large-vessel-capable berths suitable for mainline container vessels
  • High-capacity container terminals with ship-to-shore gantry cranes
  • Integrated on-dock rail and road connections to inland logistics centers
  • Purpose-built terminals for transshipment and feeder operations

Key Imports

Crude oil and refined petroleum productsMachinery and industrial equipmentVehicles and automotive partsChemicals and fertilizersConsumer goods and electronics

Import Regulations

Imports are subject to Sri Lanka Customs rules, including advance manifest submission.

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