Ruiru taxi prices
In Ruiru, taxi fares are influenced by several factors.
Taxi price (2026)
Base fee (day)
200KES
Price per KM
150 KES
Waiting time per hour
250KES
Calculation Example
Consider a trip from your hotel to the Ruiru city centre, covering a distance of 5 km. If you travel during the day and have one piece of luggage, your total fare will be 950 KES.
Ruiru Reported Prices
Ruiru latest reported taxi prices
1 real fare reported by travellers · reviewed by our team
| Date | Time | Price | From | To | People | Luggage | Driver |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-05-14 | 09:00 | 750 KES | Ruiru | Thika | 2 | 0 | - |
Ruiru: Taxi travel guides
Ruiru taxi price - FAQ
How much is a taxi in Ruiru?
A 5km ride in Ruiru costs about 950 KES. Enter your route to get a more accurate price. In general the price is affected by several factors including the route length and the driver’s waiting time.
How do I order a taxi in Ruiru?
You can stop a taxi on the street in Ruiru or use a ride hailing app. We recommend using an app in Ruiru as these services monitor the quality of the drivers and taxis on an ongoing basis.
What other ways are there to get around in Ruiru?
If you can’t find a taxi Ruiru or the price is too high you can always take a bus, rent a scooter, a bicycle or a car. Walking is also a great option if it’s a short distance and the weather suits.
How do I calculate the taxi price in Ruiru?
Simply enter your starting point and destination at gobytaxi.co.uk. We’ll calculate the estimated price based on Ruiru taxi prices and your specific route. This will also work for destinations outside Ruiru.
What’s the price of Taxi in Ruiru per KM?
The starting price of a taxi in Ruiru is 200.0 KES. Each KM is then priced at 150.0 KES. If you need the driver to wait for you this will cost 250.0 KES per hour.
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