Distance from Nairobi to Ruiru
Estimates: a direct flight at 820 km/h plus 45 min; car at 75 km/h over road distance, which is never a straight line.
Nairobi0 mNairobi, is the capital and largest city of Kenya, located in the south-central part of the country. As of 2026, it has a population of 5.6 million and a metropolitan population of 15.95 million, making it the 8th mos…
Ruiru0 mRuiru is a municipality and sub-county in Kiambu County, Kenya. It sits within the greater Nairobi Metropolitan region. According to the 2019 national population census, Ruiru was the 4th largest urban centre in Kenya…
Frequently asked questions
How many kilometres from Nairobi to Ruiru?
It is 22 km in a straight line from Nairobi to Ruiru. By road, where there is one, it is usually 20 to 30 % more.
How long is the flight from Nairobi to Ruiru?
A direct flight takes about 47 min, counting take-off and approach. Not every route has a direct flight.
How long is the drive from Nairobi to Ruiru?
Around 22 min of driving, at an average of 75 km/h on a road that is never straight.