Getting There and Away

Impala gazing calmly at camera amidst lush greenery in Nanyuki, Kenya.
Ken Mwaura, Pexels

Nanyuki is served by Nanyuki Airport (NYK) for air travel and has a dedicated Nanyuki Railway Station.

Flights:

Direct flights to Nanyuki Airport (NYK) are available from Nairobi's Wilson Airport (WIL) and other locations like Meru and Samburu. AirKenya Express and Safarilink are primary carriers, with flight times typically ranging from 30 minutes to 1 hour.

Train:

The Nanyuki Safari Train operates between Nairobi Central Railway Station and Nanyuki Station, with a journey lasting approximately seven to eight hours. Services typically run on specific days, such as Fridays from Nairobi and Sundays from Nanyuki, with additional trips during peak seasons. First-class tickets cost around KES 1,000, and economy class is about KES 400.

Private Transfer/Taxi:

Private car transfers from Nairobi to Nanyuki are available, with indicative costs ranging from approximately $175 to $298.30 (or KES 22,207). The road journey generally takes around 3 hours 15 minutes to 3 hours 20 minutes.

Buses/Matatus:

Public bus and matatu (shared minivan) services connect Nanyuki to various towns, including Nairobi. While specific schedules and costs vary and direct detailed information is less prevalent in recent reports, these remain a common and generally more affordable mode of transport for local and inter-city travel.