What is the cheapest way to get from Kahawa West to Thika?

The cheapest way to get from Kahawa West to Thika is to train which costs $1 - $3 and takes 1h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kahawa West to Thika?

The fastest way to get from Kahawa West to Thika is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs $55 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Kahawa West and Thika?

No, there is no direct bus from Kahawa West to Thika. However, there are services departing from Kahawa Railways Roundabout and arriving at Ngoingwa via Ruiru Fly Over. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Kahawa West and Thika?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kahawa and arriving at Thika. Services depart twice a week, and operate Tuesday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Kahawa West to Thika?

The distance between Kahawa West and Thika is 32 km. The road distance is 28.9 km.

How do I travel from Kahawa West to Thika without a car?

The best way to get from Kahawa West to Thika without a car is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs $1 - $3.

How long does it take to get from Kahawa West to Thika?

The train from Kahawa to Thika takes 1h 7m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Kahawa West to Thika bus from?

Kahawa West to Thika bus services, operated by Nairobi Matatu, depart from Kahawa Railways Roundabout station.

Where do I catch the Kahawa West to Thika train from?

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

Train or bus from Kahawa West to Thika?

The best way to get from Kahawa West to Thika is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs $1 - $3. Alternatively, you can bus and line 237 bus, which costs $1 - $2 and takes 1h 12m.

Where does the Kahawa West to Thika bus arrive?

Kahawa West to Thika bus services, operated by Nairobi Matatu, arrive at Ruiru station.

Where does the Kahawa West to Thika train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kahawa West to Thika?

Yes, the driving distance between Kahawa West to Thika is 29 km. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Kahawa West to Thika.

Where can I stay near Thika?

There are 370+ hotels available in Thika.

Kahawa West to Thika - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 237 bus, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kahawa to Thikatrain
1h 7m
$1–3
Bus, line 237 bus
1. Take the bus from Kahawa Railways Roundabout to Ruirubus 107D
2. Take the bus from Ruiru Fly Over to Ngoingwabus 237
1h 12m
$1–2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kahawa West to Thikataxi 28.9 km
27 min
$55–70
Drive 28.9 km
1. Drive from Kahawa West to Thikacar 28.9 km
27 min
$4–5

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Distance: 31.6 km
Duration: 1h 7m

What companies run services between Kahawa West, Kenya and Thika, Kenya?

Kenya Railways operates a train from Kahawa to Thika twice a week. Tickets cost $1–3 and the journey takes 1h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kahawa Railways Roundabout to Ngoingwa via Ruiru and Ruiru Fly Over in around 1h 12m.

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