How far is it from Nairobi to Ruiru?

The distance between Nairobi and Ruiru is 16 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Nairobi to Ruiru?

The drive from Nairobi to Ruiru takes approximately 25 min by car.

The fastest route from Nairobi to Ruiru covers 16 mi with a driving time of approximately 25 min.

Ruiru lies roughly to the north-east of Nairobi.

Distance: 16 miDuration: 25 min

Driving from Nairobi to Ruiru takes about 25 min via A2. The distance is 16 mi. The straight-line distance is 14 mi. Driving directions

Driving directions23 · 16 mi

The return trip from Ruiru to Nairobi covers roughly the same distance, 16 mi.

No notable attractions were found along this route.

Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 7 September 2026.

How far is it from Nairobi to Ruiru?: The distance between Nairobi and Ruiru is 16 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Nairobi to Ruiru?: The drive from Nairobi to Ruiru takes approximately 25 min by car.
What is the best route from Nairobi to Ruiru?: The fastest route from Nairobi to Ruiru covers 16 mi with a driving time of approximately 25 min.
Which direction is Ruiru from Nairobi?: Ruiru lies roughly to the north-east of Nairobi.