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Karuri to Nakuru by bus

Nakuru lies 131 km (81 mi) west of Karuri, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 2 h 36 min including stops, over roughly 160 km (99 mi) of road.

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KaruriNakuru
CountryKenyaKenya
Population194,342570,674
Elevation1,211 m (3,973 ft)1,802 m (5,912 ft)
Time nowUTC+3 (Africa/Nairobi)UTC+3 (Africa/Nairobi)
Postal codes0021920100

Where to book buses from Karuri to Nakuru

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Staying in Nakuru

Our booking partner lists 550 places to stay in Nakuru. Of the 282 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (156), and 3 are five-star. Across 25 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.5 out of 10. Guests have left 4,499 reviews in total.

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Common questions

How far is Nakuru from Karuri?

131 km (81 mi) in a straight line, west of Karuri; by road roughly 160 km (99 mi).

How long does it take to get from Karuri to Nakuru by bus?

About 2 h 36 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Karuri and Nakuru?

No, both are on Africa/Nairobi at the moment.

Where can I stay in Nakuru?

Our booking partner lists 550 places to stay in Nakuru, bookable on this site.

Where these facts come from

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Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.