Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Nairobi — Transport Guide 2026
Nairobi JKIA (NBO) is 18 km southeast of central Nairobi. Uber + Bolt standard. Nairobi Commuter Rail from JKIA to central launched but limited service. Traffic makes evening rides 90+ min.
NBO18 km to cityKESAfrica
Last updated: 2026-07
Cheapest
Nairobi Commuter Rail (~$0.65) when running
Fastest
Uber — 30 min off-peak
Every transport option compared
Uber / Bolt / Little
ride share · Best for: Standard + fixed price
Cost
KES 800-2,000 (~$5-13)
Time
30 min - 2h traffic
Frequency
On-demand
Official airport taxi
taxi · Best for: Direct + luggage
Cost
KES 2,000-3,500 (~$13-22)
Time
30 min - 2h
Frequency
On-demand
Nairobi Commuter Rail
train · Best for: Cheapest when running
Cost
KES 100 (~$0.65)
Time
35 min
Frequency
Limited peak service only
Matatu (minibus)
bus · Best for: Absolute cheapest
Cost
KES 50-100
Time
45-90 min
Frequency
Every 15-30 min
Not luggage-friendly. Local experience.
Pre-book a fixed-price transfer
No queues, no scam risk. Driver meets you inside arrivals with your name. Price locked before you fly.
Getting out of Nairobi (NBO)
Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.
Pre-book a fixed-price transfer
Our pickDriver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.
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Frequently asked
How far is Jomo Kenyatta International Airport from Nairobi?
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is 18 km from Nairobi city centre.
What is the cheapest way from NBO to Nairobi?
Nairobi Commuter Rail (~$0.65) when running
What is the fastest way from NBO to Nairobi?
Uber — 30 min off-peak