Day trip from Thika to Kiambu
Kiambu lies 30 km (19 mi) south-west of Thika, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 30 km (19 mi) apart, Kiambu is a realistic day trip from Thika: about 29 min each way by road.
| Thika | Kiambu | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Kenya | Kenya |
| Population | 251,407 | 147,870 |
| Elevation | 1,506 m (4,941 ft) | 1,683 m (5,522 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Nairobi) | UTC+3 (Africa/Nairobi) |
| Postal codes | 01000 | 00900 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Kiambu
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Staying in Kiambu
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Common questions
How far is Kiambu from Thika?
30 km (19 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Thika; by road roughly 37 km (23 mi).
How long does it take to get from Thika to Kiambu by road?
About 29 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Thika and Kiambu?
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.