Nairobi to Nakuru

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Nairobi to Nakuru Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price
Taxi	Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver	Minivan 4pax	Any time	+3h 3m	€132.26
Taxi	Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver	Standard 3pax	Any time	+3h 3m	€115.94
Bus	Ashford Tours and Travels	Standard AC	08:00	11:30	€45.00
Bus	Greenline	Normal	08:00	18:00	€6.64
Bus	Trinity Bus	Standard AC	14:00	17:30	€18.00
Bus	Greenline	Normal	20:30	06:00	€10.63
Bus	Greenline	Normal	21:00	06:00	€10.63
Bus	Greenline	Normal	22:00	06:00	€6.64

How to get from Nairobi to Nakuru

When you want to get from Nairobi to Nakuru, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

Bus
Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about EUR 21.64. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as EUR 21.64.

How far is Nairobi from Nakuru?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Nairobi to Nakuru. Your trip will be a total of 95 miles (152 km). The flying distance is 95 miles (152 km).

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

The travel time from Nairobi to Nakuru can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 4 to 4 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Nairobi to Nakuru?

The cost of the trip from Nairobi to Nakuru varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Trinity Bus: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as EUR 21.64 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as EUR 21.64.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Nairobi to Nakuru:

Bus tickets - EUR 21.64 to EUR 21.64;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from EUR 121.14 to EUR 157.17.

How many trips per day are there between Nairobi and Nakuru?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

Buses start plying the route from 14:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 14:00. There are 1 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Nairobi to Nakuru is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Nairobi to Nakuru. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as EUR 121.14.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

The most popular transport from Nairobi to Nakuru

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Nairobi to Nakuru? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

100% decided to go for a bus.

Transportation from Nairobi to Nakuru

Buses

€ 21.64
Taxis

€ 121.14
Trains are not available
Ferries are not available
Flights are not available
Vans are not available

Facts about the transport from Nairobi to Nakuru

Cheapest Transport	€22
Fastest Transport	3h 2m
Earliest Departure	2:00 下午
Latest Departure	2:00 下午
Departures per day	1
Distance	152 kilometers
Transport Companies	Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Trinity Bus

Nairobi to Nakuru