What is the cheapest way to get from Emali to Ruiru?

The cheapest way to get from Emali to Ruiru is to train which costs $5 - $12 and takes 4h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Emali to Ruiru?

The fastest way to get from Emali to Ruiru is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs $16 - $24.

Is there a direct train between Emali and Ruiru?

No, there is no direct train from Emali to Ruiru. However, there are services departing from Emali and arriving at Ruiru via Nairobi Terminus and Makadara/Mwisho. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Emali to Ruiru?

The distance between Emali and Ruiru is 260 km. The road distance is 142.5 km.

How do I travel from Emali to Ruiru without a car?

The best way to get from Emali to Ruiru without a car is to train and bus and line 145 bus which takes 3h 41m and costs $21 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Emali to Ruiru?

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Emali to Ruiru, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Emali to Ruiru train from?

Emali to Ruiru train services, operated by Kenya Railways, depart from Emali station.

Where does the Emali to Ruiru train arrive?

Emali to Ruiru train services, operated by Kenya Railways, arrive at Nairobi station.

Can I drive from Emali to Ruiru?

Yes, the driving distance between Emali to Ruiru is 143 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Emali to Ruiru.

Where can I stay near Ruiru?

There are 4935+ hotels available in Ruiru.

Emali to Ruiru - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 145 bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Emali to Ruiru by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus, line 145 bus
best
1. Take the train from Emali to Athi Rivertrain
2. Take the bus from Kitengela to Easy Coach/Uchumibus 110
3. Take the bus from Tusker/Ronald Ngala to Ruirubus 145
3h 41m
$22–31
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Emali to Nairobitrain Inter-county
2. Take the train from Makadara/Mwisho to Ruirutrain
4h 54m
$5–12
Drive 142.5 km
1. Drive from Emali to Ruirucar 142.5 km
1h 45m
$17–24

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 260.2 km
Duration: 3h 41m

What companies run services between Emali, Kenya and Ruiru, Kenya?

You can take a train from Emali to Ruiru via Nairobi Terminus and Makadara/Mwisho in around 4h 54m.

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Bus operators

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