Kenya Railways has introduced additional trips on the Kisumu – Nairobi route running throughout the festive season.
In a statement on Thursday, December 19, Kenya Railways said the move is a result of the resumption of the Kisumu Safari Train.
The trips will be valid up to January 15, 2024.
Train to have additional trips
“We are pleased to announce that following the resumption of the Kisumu Safari Train, we have introduced additional trips to and from Kisumu up to 15th January 2025,” reads the statement in parts.
The service went on to wish commuters happy holidays.
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“Thank you for your continued support and trust in us. Wishing you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year,” KRC said.
This comes after Kenya Railways announced that the 10 PM Madaraka Express Passenger Service train to and from Nairobi Terminus, will now make a 3-minute stopover at Voi station effective December 15, 2024.
In the changes, the train from Nairobi Terminus to Mombasa will stop at Voi station from 2:05 AM to 2:08 AM, while the train from Mombasa Terminus to Nairobi will make a stopover from 11:45 PM to 11:48 PM.
Kenya Railways launches special service train
The introduction of the new service is meant to facilitate travel between Nairobi and Mombasa during the festive season.
“We look forward to having you on board as we endeavor to serve you better. Thank you for your continued support,” KRC said.
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KRC announced new fare prices for passengers traveling on the Nairobi-Kisumu route during the festive season.
The Corporation said it will charge Ksh900 for an economy-class ticket, while those who wish to travel in the first-class coaches will pay Ksh2,400 per ticket, effective December 6, 2024.
Kenya Railways made the communication on December 3 while announcing the resumption of the Kisumu Safari train service.
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