Personalized Service
Attentive onboard staff ready to cater to your preferences — so your journey is as unique and comfortable as possible.
Kenya Railways · SGR Passenger Service
Reserve your seat on the Madaraka Express in under two minutes.
Nairobi to Mombasa in about five hours — reserved seats, generous legroom, onboard catering and free Wi-Fi. Pick your train, choose your class, pay securely, and travel with confidence.
Instant confirmation · Free cancellation up to 48 hours before departure
- 9
- Stations served
- ~5 hrs
- Nairobi → Mombasa
- 4
- Daily departures
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Live timetable 9 stations Book up to 30 days ahead
Free Wi-Fi
Onboard catering
Reserved seating
We provide you with the ultimate travel experience
Every detail, designed around your journey
From the moment you settle into your seat to the moment you step onto the platform, the Madaraka Express is built for comfort, convenience and elegance.
Magnificent Scenery
Prepare to be captivated as you travel through Tsavo National Park. Every window offers an unforgettable view.
Diverse Destinations
Nine stations across the network — Nairobi, Athi River, Emali, Kibwezi, Mtito Andei, Voi, Miasenyi, Mariakani and Mombasa.
Splendid Moments
An exceptional meal, a birthday or an anniversary — aboard the Madaraka Express, the little things stay unforgettable.
Destinations
Check Available DatesNine stations. One unforgettable route.
Our extensive network spans the Nairobi–Mombasa corridor. Board at any station along the way and make every trip a new adventure.
NBO
Nairobi Terminus
Gateway to the capital
ATR
Athi River
Industrial corridor stop
EML
Emali
Heart of Ukambani
KBZ
Kibwezi
Eastern gate to Tsavo
MTA
Mtito Andei
Edge of Tsavo National Park
VOI
Voi
Safari capital of Kenya
MSY
Miasenyi
Coastal hinterland
MRK
Mariakani
Approaching the coast
MBA
Mombasa Terminus
Indian Ocean arrival
About Kenya Railways
A flagship project moving Kenya forward
The Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) is a flagship project by the Government of Kenya as a transport component aimed at delivering Vision 2030 — making Kenya a middle-income country by 2030. The Madaraka Express passenger service is the public face of that investment.
- Purpose-built passenger line with reserved seating on every service.
- Reduced road congestion and lower carbon emissions per passenger kilometre.
- Connects the capital to the port city — and every community in between.
- Operated by Kenya Railways with a commitment to safety and punctuality.
Latest news
All news & updatesGet to learn more about our travel experiences
Service updatePeak season departures added on the Nairobi–Mombasa line
Extra services are scheduled across the holiday period. Early booking is strongly recommended for weekend travel.
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OnboardNew meal options now available in First Class
A refreshed catering menu brings regional Kenyan dishes to your seat, with vegetarian options on every service.
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Travel tipsFive things to know before your first Madaraka Express trip
From baggage allowances to station arrival times, here is how to make your journey smooth from the start.
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Moments from the line
Six hundred kilometres of Kenyan landscape, seen from the most comfortable seat on the route.
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Kenya Railways Headquarters
Customer care · Nairobi
Customer care hours
Monday to Saturday · 08:00 – 17:00 EAT