Kenya Railways Releases New Fares After Safari Train Route Revamp
The Kenya Railways Corporation (KRC) has announced the full pricing structure for the Nyahururu Safari Train, stating how much passengers would pay in economy and first class on all routes.
The train serves more than 20 stations, ranging from Nairobi to Nyahururu, providing commuters and travellers with a rail alternative throughout a large corridor.
In economy class, the cheapest cost is Ksh50 for the Ol Kalou-Nyahururu line, making it one of the country’s most economical rail excursions.
After 46 years, the hooting of the train has once again echoed through Nyahururu as the Nyahururu Safari Train successfully completed its historic journey, restoring a legacy that generations only knew through stories and old photographs. pic.twitter.com/167AT5OPN5— Kenya Railways (@KenyaRailways_) June 2, 2026
Passengers travelling from Nairobi to adjacent stations such as Line Saba, Kibera, Satellite, and Lenana will pay Ksh80 in economy, making short-distance travel extremely affordable.
Travelling from Nairobi to mid-route stations like Kikuyu, Dagoretti, Muguga, and Limuru costs Ksh80 in economy, while Uplands, Matathia, and Kojabe are priced at Ksh150.
Longer economy trips from Nairobi to stations such as Longonot, Suswa, Munyu, Naivasha, Morendat, and Ilkek are priced at Ksh300.
Travel comfortably on the Nyahururu Safari Train with affordable Economy Class fares and premium First Class options to suit your journey.
Check the fare chart, pick your destination, and get ready to experience one of Kenya’s most scenic rail routes.#NyahururuSafariTrain pic.twitter.com/kVbwODYIxf— Kenya Railways (@KenyaRailways_) June 4, 2026
On the other hand, the furthest economy destinations from Nairobi attract the steepest fares, with Gilgil costing Ksh450, Ol Kalou Ksh550, and Nyahururu, the terminal station, priced at Ksh600.
First Class
First class passengers on the same Nairobi to Nyahururu route will pay Ksh1,300, more than double the economy fare, with significantly higher comfort expected for the price.
From Nairobi, first-class fares to Line Saba and Kibera stand at Ksh240, matching the economy pricing structure proportionally across short distances.
Trade the highway for the railway this weekend.
Tomorrow, the Nyahururu Safari Train rolls out once again, connecting Nairobi, Gilgil, Ol Kalou, and Nyahururu on one of Kenya’s most scenic rail journeys. pic.twitter.com/JiGRyChVWb— Kenya Railways (@KenyaRailways_) June 4, 2026
Mid-route first class fares from Nairobi to stations like Uplands, Matathia, Kojabe, Longonot, Suswa, and Munyu are uniformly set at Ksh720, offering predictable pricing across that stretch.
Naivasha, Morendat, and Ilkek in first class from Nairobi are priced at Ksh720 each, while Gilgil costs Ksh960 and Ol Kalou jumps to Ksh1,160.
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Inter-station fares within the mid-route corridor are also lower, with neighbouring routes such as Suswa to Munyu, Munyu to Naivasha, and Naivasha to Morendat priced at KSh80 in economy class.
In first class, short hops between adjacent stations like Naivasha to Morendat, Morendat to Ilkek, and Ilkek to Gilgil cost Ksh240, keeping cross-town travel reasonably priced.
The fare table shows that economy class travel between Gilgil and Ol Kalou costs Ksh100, while the Ol Kalou-Nyahururu leg costs just Ksh50, the lowest fare on the entire network.
The revived 78-kilometre Gilgil-Nyahururu Metre Gauge Railway (MGR) has officially been rehabilitated and tested by Kenya Railways.
Having lain dormant since 1980, the line will restore essential passenger and freight services connecting Nakuru, Nyandarua, and Laikipia counties, and also link to the newly constructed Naivasha-Malaba Standard Gauge Railway (SGR).
Kenya Railways Releases New Fares After Safari Train Route Revamp
