Day trip from Thika to Kitengela
Kitengela lies 51 km (31 mi) south of Thika, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 51 km (31 mi) apart, Kitengela is a realistic day trip from Thika: about 49 min each way by road.
| Thika | Kitengela | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Kenya | Kenya |
| Population | 251,407 | 154,436 |
| Elevation | 1,506 m (4,941 ft) | 1,574 m (5,164 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Nairobi) | UTC+3 (Africa/Nairobi) |
| Postal codes | 01000 | 00241 |
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Staying in Kitengela
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Common questions
How far is Kitengela from Thika?
51 km (31 mi) in a straight line, south of Thika; by road roughly 62 km (38 mi).
How long does it take to get from Thika to Kitengela by road?
About 49 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Thika and Kitengela?
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.