Understanding Nairobi Expressway Toll Rates and Information

The Nairobi Expressway, a vital 27-kilometer toll road in Kenya, was developed through a collaboration between the Kenyan government and the China Road and Bridge Corporation. Stretching from Mlolongo through Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) and Nairobi’s Central Business District to James Gichuru Junction along Waiyaki Way, this modern infrastructure aims to reduce traffic congestion and provide efficient access to the airport and surrounding areas.

As a toll road, users are required to pay fees at various toll stations along the route. These charges vary depending on the vehicle type and the distance traveled between stations. Below is a detailed guide to the toll rates, vehicle classifications, and essential contact information for the Nairobi Expressway.

Vehicle Classifications and Toll Charges

The Nairobi Expressway categorizes vehicles into different classes, each with specific toll regulations:

Class 1: Two-Wheeled Motor Vehicles
Motorcycles are not permitted on the expressway.
Class 2: Three-Wheeled Motor Vehicles
Three-wheeled vehicles, such as tuk-tuks, are also prohibited.
Class 3: Light Vehicles with Two Axles
Standard passenger cars fall under this category and are charged the base toll rates.
Class 4: Light Vehicles with Two Axles and High Bonnet
Vehicles like SUVs or pickups with a high bonnet pay 1.5 times the base toll rate.
Class 5: Heavy Vehicles with Fewer Than Four Axles
These vehicles, such as small trucks, are charged 4 times the base toll rate.
Class 6: Heavy Vehicles with Four or More Axles
Large trucks and buses in this category pay 5 times the base toll rate.

Nairobi Expressway Toll Rates

Toll charges depend on the entry and exit points along the expressway. Below is a comprehensive breakdown of the toll rates (in Kenyan Shillings) for Class 3 vehicles traveling between key toll stations:

From Nairobi East Toll Station

To SGR: 180
To Eastern Bypass: 180
To Southern Bypass: 240
To Capital Centre: 300
To Museum Hill: 360
To Westlands: 360
To Nairobi West: 360

From Mlolongo Toll Station

To SGR: 120
To Eastern Bypass: 180
To Southern Bypass: 240
To Capital Centre: 240
To Museum Hill: 300
To Westlands: 360
To Nairobi West: 360

From SGR Toll Station

To Eastern Bypass: 120
To Southern Bypass: 180
To Capital Centre: 240
To Museum Hill: 300
To Westlands: 300
To Nairobi West: 300

From JKIA Toll Station

To Eastern Bypass: 120
To Southern Bypass: 180
To Capital Centre: 180
To Museum Hill: 240
To Westlands: 300
To Nairobi West: 300

From Eastern Bypass Toll Station

To Nairobi East: 180
To Mlolongo: 180
To JKIA: 120
To Southern Bypass: 120
To Capital Centre: 180
To Museum Hill: 240
To Westlands: 240
To Nairobi West: 300

From Southern Bypass Toll Station

To Nairobi East: 240
To Mlolongo: 240
To JKIA: 180
To Eastern Bypass: 120
To Capital Centre: 120
To Museum Hill: 180
To Westlands: 180
To Nairobi West: 240

From Capital Centre Toll Station

To Nairobi East: 300
To Mlolongo: 240
To JKIA: 180
To Eastern Bypass: 180
To Southern Bypass: 120
To Museum Hill: 120
To Westlands: 180
To Nairobi West: 180

From Haile Selassie Toll Station

To Nairobi East: 300
To Mlolongo: 300
To JKIA: 240
To Eastern Bypass: 240
To Southern Bypass: 120
To Capital Centre: 120
To Museum Hill: 120
To Westlands: 180
To Nairobi West: 180

From Museum Hill Toll Station

To Nairobi East: 360
To Mlolongo: 300
To JKIA: 240
To Eastern Bypass: 240
To Southern Bypass: 180
To Capital Centre: 120
To Haile Selassie: 120

From Westlands Toll Station

To Nairobi East: 360
To Mlolongo: 360
To JKIA: 300
To Eastern Bypass: 300
To Southern Bypass: 180
To Capital Centre: 180
To Haile Selassie: 120
To Museum Hill: 120

From Nairobi West Toll Station

To Nairobi East: 360
To Mlolongo: 360
To JKIA: 300
To Eastern Bypass: 300
To Southern Bypass: 240
To Capital Centre: 180
To Haile Selassie: 180
To Museum Hill: 120

Note: “N/A” indicates that direct travel between the listed toll stations is not available or applicable.

Contact Information for Nairobi Expressway

For inquiries or assistance, you can reach out to the Nairobi Expressway management through the following channels:

Location: Nairobi Expressway Plaza, City Cabanas, Mombasa Road
Service Hotline: 0111039777
Rescue Hotline: 0111039888
Email: [email protected]

Why Use the Nairobi Expressway?

The Nairobi Expressway offers a faster, more reliable route for commuters traveling to and from JKIA, Nairobi’s CBD, and other key areas. By understanding the toll rates and vehicle classifications, drivers can plan their journeys effectively and enjoy the benefits of reduced travel time and improved road infrastructure.