Ruiru to Limuru by bus
Limuru lies 36 km (22 mi) west of Ruiru, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 53 min including stops, over roughly 43 km (27 mi) of road.
| Ruiru | Limuru | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Kenya | Kenya |
| Population | 490,120 | 159,314 |
| Elevation | 1,531 m (5,023 ft) | 2,251 m (7,385 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Nairobi) | UTC+3 (Africa/Nairobi) |
| Postal codes | 00232 | 00217 |
Where to book buses from Ruiru to Limuru
We take no bookings for these providers and hold no reservation with them. The provider you choose handles payment, confirmation, changes and refunds. How that works.
Staying in Limuru
Live rooms and prices for Limuru are in the search below.
Book a hotel in Limuru
Live rooms and prices from our booking partner, booked and paid for here. Free cancellation is marked where it applies.
Common questions
How far is Limuru from Ruiru?
36 km (22 mi) in a straight line, west of Ruiru; by road roughly 43 km (27 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ruiru to Limuru by bus?
About 53 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ruiru and Limuru?
No, both are on Africa/Nairobi at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.