Day trip from Thika to Mwala
Mwala lies 56 km (35 mi) south-east of Thika, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 56 km (35 mi) apart, Mwala is a realistic day trip from Thika: about 54 min each way by road.
| Thika | Mwala | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Kenya | Kenya |
| Population | 251,407 | 181,896 |
| Elevation | 1,506 m (4,941 ft) | 1,256 m (4,121 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Nairobi) | UTC+3 (Africa/Nairobi) |
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Staying in Mwala
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Common questions
How far is Mwala from Thika?
56 km (35 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Thika; by road roughly 68 km (42 mi).
How long does it take to get from Thika to Mwala by road?
About 54 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Thika and Mwala?
No, both are on Africa/Nairobi at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.