How to Travel from
Thika to Karen
by Train, Route or Car
Schedule
Thika, Kenya → Karen, Kenya
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Thika to Karen
Composite routes from Thika to Karen
Cheapest
55 min
Car
57 km.
from $3
Other
2 h 18 min
52 km.
from $2.37
2 h 48 min
52 km.
from $2.46
Route Navigator Thika - Karen
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474 м
474 м
Turn left onto Haile Selassie Road
Haile Selassie Road, 15 м
15 м
Continue onto Haile Selassie Road
Haile Selassie Road, 22 km 795 м
22 km 795 м
Keep left onto Thika Road
Thika Road, 2 km 810 м
2 km 810 м
Keep right onto Thika Road
Thika Road, 16 km 847 м
16 km 847 м
Keep right onto Prof. Wangari Maathai Road
Prof. Wangari Maathai Road, 4 km 713 м
4 km 713 м
Turn left onto Riverside Drive
Riverside Drive, 28 м
28 м
Turn slight left
1 km 680 м
1 km 680 м
Turn sharp left onto Ring Road Kileleshwa
Ring Road Kileleshwa, 1 km 935 м
1 km 935 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto UCB10, Nairobi
1 km 359 м
1 km 359 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Oloiktoktok Road
Oloiktoktok Road, 2 km 530 м
2 km 530 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Gitanga Road
Gitanga Road, 399 м
399 м
Turn left onto Hendred Road
Hendred Road, 1 km 253 м
1 km 253 м
Turn left onto Kingara Road
Kingara Road, 1 km 720 м
1 km 720 м
Turn right onto Ngong Road
Ngong Road, 7 km 702 м
7 km 702 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Ngong Road
Ngong Road, 368 м
368 м
Turn left onto Tree Lane
Tree Lane, 1 km 572 м
1 km 572 м
Turn right
114 м
114 м
Arrive at destination
Transport providers
Train operators
Kenya Railways
Phone:
0709 907 555
Email:
info@krc.co.ke
Website:
krc.co.ke
Train from Thika to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
2h 14m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$1.56–$4.67
Airlines
Nairobi Matatu
Website:
digitalmatatus.com
Bus from Tuskys to Town
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.02–$1.52
Bus from Ambassadeur to Karen/Karen
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.57–$0.89
Bus from Ambassadeur to Karen
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.64–$0.95
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Thika to Karen?
The cheapest way to get from Thika to Karen is to bus which costs $1.30 - $2.07 and takes 2h 18m.
What is the fastest way to get from Thika to Karen?
The fastest way to get from Thika to Karen is to drive which takes 55 min and costs $5.98 - $9.24 .
Is there a direct bus between Thika and Karen?
No, there is no direct bus from Thika to Karen. However, there are services departing from Tuskys and arriving at Karen/Karen Shopping Centre via Ambassadeur. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.
How far is it from Thika to Karen?
The distance between Thika and Karen is 67 km. The road distance is 57.8 km.
How do I travel from Thika to Karen without a car?
The best way to get from Thika to Karen without a car is to bus which takes 2h 18m and costs $1.30 - $2.07 .
How long does it take to get from Thika to Karen?
It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Thika to Karen, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Thika to Karen bus from?
Thika to Karen bus services, operated by Nairobi Matatu, depart from Tuskys station.
Train, bus or fly from Thika to Karen?
The best way to get from Thika to Karen is to bus which takes 2h 18m and costs $1.30 - $2.07 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.74 - $4.78 and takes 2h 58m. There are no good options to fly between Thika to Karen.
Where does the Thika to Karen bus arrive?
Thika to Karen bus services, operated by Nairobi Matatu, arrive at Town Terminal station.
Can I drive from Thika to Karen?
Yes, the driving distance between Thika to Karen is 58 km. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Thika to Karen.
Where can I stay near Karen?
There are 4780+ hotels available in Karen. Prices start at $60.90 per night.
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