What is the cheapest way to get from Machakos to Nakuru?

The cheapest way to get from Machakos to Nakuru is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Machakos to Nakuru?

The fastest way to get from Machakos to Nakuru is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs $25 - $40.

How far is it from Machakos to Nakuru?

The distance between Machakos and Nakuru is 291 km. The road distance is 219.3 km.

How do I travel from Machakos to Nakuru without a car?

The best way to get from Machakos to Nakuru without a car is to bus and Matatu and taxi which takes 4h 39m and costs $200 - $260.

How long does it take to get from Machakos to Nakuru?

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Machakos to Nakuru, including transfers.

Can I drive from Machakos to Nakuru?

Yes, the driving distance between Machakos to Nakuru is 219 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Machakos to Nakuru.

Where can I stay near Nakuru?

There are 401+ hotels available in Nakuru.

Machakos to Nakuru - 3 ways to travel via bus, Matatu, taxi, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Machakos to Nakuru by bus, taxi, 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.

Bus, Matatu, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Devki to Easy Coach/Uchumibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Naivashabus
3. Take the taxi from Naivasha to Nakurutaxi
4h 39m
$201–253
Drive 219.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Machakos to Nakurucar 219.3 km
2h 54m
$26–37
Taxi, Matatu
1. Take the taxi from Machakos to Nairobitaxi
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Naivashabus
3. Take the taxi from Naivasha to Nakurutaxi
3h 14m
$254–313

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Machakos to Nakuru.

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Distance: 290.9 km
Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Machakos, Kenya and Nakuru, Kenya?

There is no direct connection from Machakos to Nakuru. However, you can take the taxi to Devki, take the bus to Easy Coach/Uchumi, walk to Nairobi, take the bus to Naivasha, then take the taxi to Nakuru. Alternatively, you can take the taxi to Nairobi, take the bus to Naivasha, then take the taxi to Nakuru.

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