How to get from Soweto to Waithaka by bus?

From Soweto to Waithaka by bus

To get from Soweto to Waithaka in Dagoretti, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 17AKY bus from Soweto station to Flats station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 16/62 bus and finally take the 102 bus from Railways station to Bp station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 52 min. The bus schedule from Soweto may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Waithaka on the Moovit app.

112min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 17AKY17AKY
Bus - 16/6216/62
Bus - 102102
Walk to Waithaka
Leaves from Soweto

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Soweto
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 17AKY17AKY
    Wait for bus
    17AKY
    Eastleigh
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Flats
    38 min
  • 4
    Bus - 16/6216/62
    Wait for bus
    16/62
    Bus Station
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station Terminal
    20 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Railways
    680 m • 9 min
  • 7
    Bus - 102102
    Wait for bus
    102
    Kikuyu
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bp
    36 min
  • 9
    Walk to Waithaka
    Walk to
    Waithaka
    230 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Soweto to Waithaka

The distance between Soweto, Dagoretti and Waithaka, Dagoretti is approximately 25.37 km, which can typically be travelled in 112 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Soweto to Waithaka by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Dagoretti – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Soweto to Waithaka

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Soweto to Waithaka?

    The fastest way takes 112 minutes, using Bus line 17AKY, Bus line 16/62, Bus line 102.

  • Is there a direct bus between Soweto and Waithaka?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 52 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Soweto to Waithaka?

    The 17AKY bus line goes from Soweto station near Soweto in Embakasi to Flats station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Flats station near Waithaka in Dagoretti.

  • How long does it take to travel from Soweto to Waithaka by bus?

    The total travel time between Soweto in Embakasi and Waithaka in Dagoretti by bus is about 1 hr 52 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Soweto to get to Waithaka?

    Get on the 17AKY bus from the Soweto stop near Soweto in Embakasi.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Soweto and Waithaka?

    Get off the bus at the Flats stop, which is closest to Waithaka in Dagoretti.

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