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

The cheapest way to get from Turkana to Nakuru is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 4h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Turkana to Nakuru is to drive which takes 4h 1m and costs $30 - $50.

How far is it from Turkana to Nakuru?

The distance between Turkana and Nakuru is 339 km. The road distance is 283.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Turkana to Nakuru without a car is to taxi and train and Matatu which takes 7h 8m and costs $220 - $290.

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

It takes approximately 7h 8m to get from Turkana to Nakuru, including transfers.

Can I drive from Turkana to Nakuru?

Yes, the driving distance between Turkana to Nakuru is 284 km. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Turkana to Nakuru.

Where can I stay near Nakuru?

There are 400+ hotels available in Nakuru.

Turkana to Nakuru - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, Matatu, and car

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

Taxi, train, Matatu
best
1. Take the taxi from Makueni Boma to Emali
2. Take the train from Emali to Nairobi
3. Take the bus from Nairobi to Naivasha
4. Take the taxi from Naivasha to Nakuru
7h 8m
$225–284
Drive 283.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Makueni Boma to Nakuru283.7 km
4h 1m
$33–48
Taxi, train, drive
1. Take the taxi from Makueni Boma to Emali
2. Take the train from Emali to Nairobi
3. Take the train from Nairobi to Suswa
4. Drive from Suswa to Nakuru
8h
$109–145

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Turkana to Nakuru.

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Distance: 339.5 km
Duration: 7h 8m

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

There is no direct connection from Turkana to Nakuru. However, you can take the taxi to Emali, take the train to Nairobi, take the train to Makadara/Mwisho, walk to Total Jogoo Road/Mogas, take the line 58 bus to Kencom/Ambassadeur, walk to Nairobi, take the bus to Naivasha, then take the taxi to Nakuru. Alternatively, you can take the taxi to Emali, take the train to Nairobi, take the train to Suswa, then drive to Nakuru.

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