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

The cheapest way to get from Ruiru to Nairobi is to line 145 bus which costs $1 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ruiru to Nairobi is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $45 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Ruiru and Nairobi?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Fly Over and arriving at Koja. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

Is there a direct train between Ruiru and Nairobi?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ruiru and arriving at Nairobi. Services depart twice a week, and operate Tuesday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Ruiru to Nairobi?

The distance between Ruiru and Nairobi is 26 km. The road distance is 24.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ruiru to Nairobi without a car is to line 145 bus which takes 52 min and costs $1.

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

The line 145 bus from Fly Over to Koja takes 52 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Ruiru to Nairobi bus from?

Ruiru to Nairobi bus services, operated by Nairobi Matatu, depart from Fly Over station.

Where do I catch the Ruiru to Nairobi train from?

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

Train or bus from Ruiru to Nairobi?

The best way to get from Ruiru to Nairobi is to line 145 bus which takes 52 min and costs $1. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1 - $3 and takes 1h 21m.

Where does the Ruiru to Nairobi bus arrive?

Ruiru to Nairobi bus services, operated by Nairobi Matatu, arrive at Koja station.

Where does the Ruiru to Nairobi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ruiru to Nairobi?

Yes, the driving distance between Ruiru to Nairobi is 24 km. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Ruiru to Nairobi.

Where can I stay near Nairobi?

There are 8172+ hotels available in Nairobi.

Ruiru to Nairobi - 4 ways to travel via train, line 145 bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ruiru to Nairobi by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ruiru to Nairobi.

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Distance: 26.3 km
Duration: 52 min

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

Nairobi Matatu operates a bus from Fly Over to Koja every 5 minutes. Tickets cost $1 and the journey takes 52 min. Alternatively, Kenya Railways operates a train from Ruiru to Nairobi twice a week. Tickets cost $1–3 and the journey takes 1h 21m.

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