NAIROBI TO MOMBASA TRAIN SAFARI /TRAVEL SCHEDULE

Jun 25, 2025 African Safari Kenya No Comments 19 Views

Experience the Madaraka Express

Discover train travel along the Single Gauge Railway, a high-speed train experience that offers both adventure and convenience when looking to get from city to coast. Connecting Kenya’s bustling capital, Nairobi, with the more laid-back coastal hub of Mombasa, perhaps with a stop on safari en route!

This modern train will connect passengers from the city of Nairobi to the tranquil seaside in around six hours, travelling at a speed of approximately 75 miles per hour.

Amenities and Services

Amenities on the Madaraka Express include:

Air-conditioning
Charging stations near the seats
Luggage racks
Bathroom facilities
Buffet car

This wonderful service continues with travellers met upon arrival at their destination and transported in luxury, air-conditioned vehicles to their hotel or resort of choice.

With a choice of times and locations to hop on and off, travelling by train between key hubs of Kenya is convenient and affordable, with tickets ranging from approximately USD 10 for second class to USD 30 for first class. Guests looking to travel on the Madaraka Express can book their seats by contacting the Reservations Team at Adventure In The Wild Safaris at +254 729 480 478 or +254 788 287 151 or through the contact page.

Why Travel by Train?

The ‘Madaraka Express’, taken from the Swahili word meaning ‘Freedom’, is a modern, safe, and comfortable alternative form of transferring between destinations within Kenya. The train is used by both vacation-goers and locals looking to move amongst villages, towns, and cities.

Visitors can travel by train on an itinerary that combines a city break with a safari adventure in either Tsavo West or Tsavo East or a coastal escape, switching out scenes of skyscrapers with open savannahs and idyllic white sandy beaches.

Sights of the Madaraka Express

Whether sitting in the neat dining car or resting on one of the comfortable seats in the train, travellers can observe the dusty surroundings of a rural village or the sight of children running and playing. Perhaps take in the view of one of Kenya’s magnificent lakes, the open savannahs, or spot a lone elephant roaming in the distance – all clearly visible from the large windows.

Comfort and security are high on the agenda, ensuring passengers can sit back and relax throughout their journey and turn their attention to the wonders of the Kenyan landscape. The journey on the Madaraka Express is as much part of the adventure as their next destination.

This wonderful service continues with travellers met upon arrival at their destination and transported in luxury, air-conditioned vehicles to their hotel or resort of choice.