How to get from Karura/Runda to Kabete by bus?

From Karura/Runda to Kabete by bus

To get from Karura/Runda to Kabete in Kikuyu, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 116 bus from Runda/Karura Carwash station to Koja Terminus station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 23W bus and finally take the 118 bus from Westlands station to Kigeero-Mwisho station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 19 min. The bus schedule from Karura/Runda may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Kabete on the Moovit app.

79min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 116116
Bus - 23W23W
Bus - 118118
Walk to Kabete
Leaves from Runda/Karura Carwash

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Runda/Karura Carwash
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 116116
    Wait for bus
    116
    Koja
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Koja Terminus
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Koja Terminus
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 23W23W
    Wait for bus
    23W
    Westlands
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Westlands Terminal
    12 min
  • 7
    Bus - 118118
    Wait for bus
    118
    Wangige
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kigeero-Mwisho
    44 min
  • 9
    Walk to Kabete
    Walk to
    Kabete
    60 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Karura/Runda to Kabete by bus via 106, 23W and 118

To get from Karura/Runda to Kabete in Kikuyu, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 106 bus from Runda/Karura Carwash station to Koja Terminus station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 23W bus and finally take the 118 bus from Westlands station to Kigeero-Mwisho station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 22 min. The bus schedule from Karura/Runda may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Kabete on the Moovit app.

82min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 106106
Bus - 23W23W
Bus - 118118
Walk to Kabete
Leaves from Runda/Karura Carwash

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Runda/Karura Carwash
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 106106
    Wait for bus
    106
    Koja
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Koja Terminus
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Koja Terminus
    30 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 23W23W
    Wait for bus
    23W
    Westlands
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Westlands Terminal
    12 min
  • 7
    Bus - 118118
    Wait for bus
    118
    Wangige
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kigeero-Mwisho
    44 min
  • 9
    Walk to Kabete
    Walk to
    Kabete
    60 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Karura/Runda to Kabete

The distance between Karura/Runda, Kikuyu and Kabete, Kikuyu is approximately 29.08 km, which can typically be travelled in 79 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Karura/Runda to Kabete by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Kikuyu – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Karura/Runda to Kabete

To check the bus schedule from Karura/Runda to Kabete using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Karura/Runda) and destination (Kabete), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Karura/Runda to Kabete by bus via 106, 23W and 118

To get from Karura/Runda to Kabete in Kikuyu, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 106 bus from Runda/Karura Carwash station to Koja Terminus station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 23W bus and finally take the 118 bus from Westlands station to Kigeero-Mwisho station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 22 min. The bus schedule from Karura/Runda may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Kabete on the Moovit app.

82min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 106106
Bus - 23W23W
Bus - 118118
Walk to Kabete
Leaves from Runda/Karura Carwash

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Runda/Karura Carwash
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 106106
    Wait for bus
    106
    Koja
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Koja Terminus
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Koja Terminus
    30 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 23W23W
    Wait for bus
    23W
    Westlands
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Westlands Terminal
    12 min
  • 7
    Bus - 118118
    Wait for bus
    118
    Wangige
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kigeero-Mwisho
    44 min
  • 9
    Walk to Kabete
    Walk to
    Kabete
    60 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Karura/Runda to Kabete?

    The fastest way takes 79 minutes, using Bus line 116, Bus line 23W, Bus line 118.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Karura/Runda to Kabete?

    The alternative route takes 82 minutes, using Bus line 106, Bus line 23W, Bus line 118.

  • Is there a direct bus between Karura/Runda and Kabete?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 19 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Karura/Runda to Kabete?

    The 116 bus line goes from Runda/Karura Carwash station near Karura/Runda in Parklands/Westlands to Koja station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Koja station near Kabete in Kikuyu.

  • How long does it take to travel from Karura/Runda to Kabete by bus?

    The total travel time between Karura/Runda in Parklands/Westlands and Kabete in Kikuyu by bus is about 1 hr 19 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Karura/Runda to get to Kabete?

    Get on the 116 bus from the Runda/Karura Carwash stop near Karura/Runda in Parklands/Westlands.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Karura/Runda and Kabete?

    Get off the bus at the Koja stop, which is closest to Kabete in Kikuyu.

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