Kenya Railways Announces 50% Fare Increase on SGR Ticket Prices in 2024: What You Need to Know
Kenya Railways has recently disclosed a significant fare adjustment set to take effect from January 1, 2024, impacting passengers traveling on key routes, including the Nairobi to Mombasa Standard Gauge Railway (SGR), the Nairobi commuter rail service, and the Kisumu and Nanyuki safari trains.
Reasons for Fare Adjustment: The fare increase is a response to recent changes in the energy and petroleum sector, particularly the surge in fuel prices that has substantially affected the operational costs of Kenya Railways. As a necessary measure to offset these rising costs, passengers can expect adjustments in the fare structure starting from the specified date.
Impact on SGR Routes: Starting January 1, 2024, passengers traveling from Nairobi to Mombasa via the SGR will experience a fare increase. Economy class fares will adjust from the current Ksh1,000 to Ksh1,500, while first-class fares will rise from Ksh3,000 to Ksh4,500.
Advance Booking Changes: Passengers making advance bookings for the Madaraka Express passenger service will need to adhere to the new fare structure from Wednesday.
Revised SGR Ticket Price for Various Routes:
- First Class SGR Ticket Prices:
- Nairobi to Mariakani: Ksh4,310
- Athi River to Mombasa: Ksh4,340
- Emali to Mombasa: Ksh3,350
- Voi to Mombasa: Ksh1,320
- Economy Class SGR Ticket Prices:
- Nairobi to Mariakani: Ksh1,500
- Athi River to Mombasa: Ksh1,430
- Emali to Mombasa: Ksh1,100
- Voi to Mombasa: Ksh440
Nairobi-Suswa Route Adjusted Fares:
- Nairobi to Suswa/Mai Mahiu: Ksh250
- Nairobi to Rongai/Ngong: Ksh130
Note: Children aged between three and 11, traveling with adults, will be charged half of the standard fare, while passengers above the age of 11 will pay the full fare.
