How far is it from Athi River to Ruiru?

The distance between Athi River and Ruiru is 51 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Athi River to Ruiru?

The drive from Athi River to Ruiru takes approximately 45 min by car.

The fastest route from Athi River to Ruiru covers 51 km with a driving time of approximately 45 min.

Ruiru lies roughly to the north of Athi River.

Towns on the route from Athi River to Ruiru include Mlolongo, Imara Daima Estate, Kiambu.

Along the route from Athi River to Ruiru you can stop for the night or service your van at Nairobi East church.

Distance: 51 kmDrive time: 45 min

Driving from Athi River to Ruiru takes about 45 min via A8; R2. The distance is 51 km. The straight-line distance is 35 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Mlolongo, Imara Daima Estate, Ruiru. Driving directions

Driving directions33 · 51 km

The return trip from Ruiru to Athi River covers roughly the same distance, 51 km.

No notable attractions were found along this route.

Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 2 October 2026.

How far is it from Athi River to Ruiru?: The distance between Athi River and Ruiru is 51 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Athi River to Ruiru?: The drive from Athi River to Ruiru takes approximately 45 min by car.
What is the best route from Athi River to Ruiru?: The fastest route from Athi River to Ruiru covers 51 km with a driving time of approximately 45 min.
Which direction is Ruiru from Athi River?: Ruiru lies roughly to the north of Athi River.
Which towns do you pass between Athi River and Ruiru?: Towns on the route from Athi River to Ruiru include Mlolongo, Imara Daima Estate, Kiambu.
Where can I camp between Athi River and Ruiru?: Along the route from Athi River to Ruiru you can stop for the night or service your van at Nairobi East church.