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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Nairobi to Athi River

Cheapest
25 min
Car
30 km.
from $1

Transport providers

Train operators

Kenya Railways

Phone:
0709 907 555
Email:
Website:
krc.co.ke
Train from Nairobi Central Stn to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
23 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.44–$1.33
Train from Nairobi to Athi
Ave. Duration:
19 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$0.56–$1.66

Airlines

Nairobi Matatu

Website:
digitalmatatus.com
Bus from Easy Coach/Uchumi to Starsheik
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.89–$1.27

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Athi River?

The cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Athi River is to bus which costs $1 - $1.09 and takes 1h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nairobi to Athi River?

The fastest way to get from Nairobi to Athi River is to drive which takes 26 min and costs $3.37 - $5 .

Is there a direct bus between Nairobi and Athi River?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Easy Coach/Uchumi and arriving at Starsheik. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Nairobi and Athi River?

No, there is no direct train from Nairobi to Athi River. However, there are services departing from Nairobi Central Stn and arriving at Athi River via Nairobi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

How far is it from Nairobi to Athi River?

The distance between Nairobi and Athi River is 35 km. The road distance is 30.2 km.

How do I travel from Nairobi to Athi River without a car?

The best way to get from Nairobi to Athi River without a car is to bus which takes 1h 11m and costs $1 - $1.09 .

How long does it take to get from Nairobi to Athi River?

The bus from Easy Coach/Uchumi to Starsheik takes 1h 11m including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Nairobi to Athi River bus from?

Nairobi to Athi River bus services, operated by Nairobi Matatu, depart from Easy Coach/Uchumi station.

Where do I catch the Nairobi to Athi River train from?

Nairobi to Athi River train services, operated by Kenya Railways, depart from Nairobi Central Stn station.

Train or bus from Nairobi to Athi River?

The best way to get from Nairobi to Athi River is to bus which takes 1h 11m and costs $1 - $1.09 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1 - $2.61 and takes 1h 42m.

Where does the Nairobi to Athi River bus arrive?

Nairobi to Athi River bus services, operated by Nairobi Matatu, arrive at Starsheik station.

Where does the Nairobi to Athi River train arrive?

Nairobi to Athi River train services, operated by Kenya Railways, arrive at Nairobi Terminus station.

Can I drive from Nairobi to Athi River?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi to Athi River is 30 km. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Nairobi to Athi River.

Where can I stay near Athi River?

There are 90+ hotels available in Athi River. Prices start at $18.66 per night.
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