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How to get from Velvet Lounge to Riara University by bus?

From Velvet Lounge to Riara University by bus

To get from Velvet Lounge to Riara University in Kibera, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 116 bus from Velvet Lounge station to Koja Terminus station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 24 bus and finally take the 16 bus from Madaraka Flyover Stage station to Highrise station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 56 min. The bus schedule from Velvet Lounge may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Riara University on the Moovit app.

56min
Bus - 116116
Bus - 2424
Bus - 1616
Walk to Riara University
Leaves from Velvet Lounge

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Velvet Lounge
  • 2
    Bus - 116116
    Wait for bus
    116
    Koja
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Koja Terminus
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ambassadeur
    760 m • 10 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2424
    Wait for bus
    24
    Karen
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madaraka Flyover Stage
    4 min
  • 7
    Bus - 1616
    Wait for bus
    16
    Highrise
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Highrise
    9 min
  • 9
    Walk to Riara University
    Walk to
    Riara University
    Kibera Access Road
    160 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Velvet Lounge to Riara University

The distance between Velvet Lounge, Kibera and Riara University, Kibera is approximately 21.57 km, which can typically be travelled in 56 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Velvet Lounge to Riara University by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Kibera – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Velvet Lounge to Riara University

To check the bus schedule from Velvet Lounge to Riara University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Velvet Lounge) and destination (Riara University), 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.

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Velvet Lounge to Riara University?

    The fastest way takes 56 minutes, using Bus line 116, Bus line 24, Bus line 16.

  • Is there a direct bus between Velvet Lounge and Riara University?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 56 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Velvet Lounge to Riara University?

    The 116 bus line goes from Koja Terminus near Velvet Lounge in Parklands/Westlands to Ambassadeur station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Ambassadeur station near Riara University in Kibera.

  • How long does it take to travel from Velvet Lounge to Riara University by bus?

    The total travel time between Velvet Lounge in Parklands/Westlands and Riara University in Kibera by bus is about 56 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Velvet Lounge to get to Riara University?

    Get on the 116 bus from the Koja Terminus near Velvet Lounge in Parklands/Westlands.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Velvet Lounge and Riara University?

    Get off the bus at the Ambassadeur stop, which is closest to Riara University in Kibera.