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

The cheapest way to get from Thika to Nairobi is to bus which costs $1 - $2 and takes 1h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thika to Nairobi is to drive which takes 38 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Thika and Nairobi?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tuskys and arriving at Ngara Stage. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Thika and Nairobi?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Thika and arriving at Nairobi. Services depart twice a week, and operate Tuesday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Thika to Nairobi?

The distance between Thika and Nairobi is 44 km. The road distance is 43.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Thika to Nairobi without a car is to bus which takes 1h 31m and costs $1 - $2.

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

The bus from Tuskys to Ngara Stage takes 1h 31m including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Thika to Nairobi bus from?

Thika to Nairobi bus services, operated by Nairobi Matatu, depart from Tuskys station.

Where do I catch the Thika to Nairobi train from?

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

Train or bus from Thika to Nairobi?

The best way to get from Thika to Nairobi is to bus which takes 1h 31m and costs $1 - $2. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1 - $5 and takes 2h 14m.

Where does the Thika to Nairobi bus arrive?

Thika to Nairobi bus services, operated by Nairobi Matatu, arrive at Ngara Stage station.

Where does the Thika to Nairobi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Thika to Nairobi?

Yes, the driving distance between Thika to Nairobi is 43 km. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Thika to Nairobi.

Where can I stay near Nairobi?

There are 8310+ hotels available in Nairobi.

Thika to Nairobi - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Distance: 44 km
Duration: 1h 31m

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

Nairobi Matatu operates a bus from Tuskys to Ngara Stage every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $1–2 and the journey takes 1h 31m. Alternatively, Kenya Railways operates a train from Thika to Nairobi twice a week. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 2h 14m.

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