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

The cheapest way to get from Athi River to Nairobi is to bus which costs $1 - $2 and takes 1h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athi River to Nairobi is to drive which takes 24 min and costs $3 - $5.

Is there a direct bus between Athi River and Nairobi?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Starsheik Academy and arriving at Agip. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Athi River and Nairobi?

No, there is no direct train from Athi River to Nairobi. However, there are services departing from Athi River and arriving at Nairobi Central Stn via Nairobi Terminus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

How far is it from Athi River to Nairobi?

The distance between Athi River and Nairobi is 58 km. The road distance is 30.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Athi River to Nairobi without a car is to bus which takes 1h 12m and costs $1 - $2.

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

The bus from Starsheik Academy to Agip takes 1h 12m including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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

Athi River to Nairobi bus services, operated by Nairobi Matatu, depart from Starsheik Academy station.

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

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

Train or bus from Athi River to Nairobi?

The best way to get from Athi River to Nairobi is to bus which takes 1h 12m and costs $1 - $2. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1 - $4 and takes 1h 46m.

Where does the Athi River to Nairobi bus arrive?

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

Where does the Athi River to Nairobi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athi River to Nairobi?

Yes, the driving distance between Athi River to Nairobi is 30 km. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Athi River to Nairobi.

How do I get a bus ticket from Athi River to Nairobi?

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Starsheik Academy to Agipbus 110Ath
1h 12m
$1–2
Train
1. Take the train from Athi River to Nairobitrain Inter-county
2. Take the train from Nairobi Terminus to Nairobi Central Stntrain
1h 46m
$1–3
Drive 30.1 km
1. Drive from Athi River to Nairobicar 30.1 km
24 min
$4–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Athi River to Nairobitaxi 30.1 km
24 min
$55–75

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Distance: 58.5 km
Duration: 1h 12m

What companies run services between Athi River, Kenya and Nairobi, Kenya?

Nairobi Matatu operates a bus from Starsheik Academy to Agip every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $1–2 and the journey takes 1h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Athi River to Nairobi Central Stn via Nairobi Terminus in around 1h 46m.

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