23-Jul.

Kenyans will have to fork out Kshs.12,000 for a one-way ticket between Mombasa and Nairobi while boarding the newly launched executive passenger train.

However, a return ticket will cost Sh20,000.

Transport Principal Secretary Mr Mohamed Daghar, who promised enhanced services, said the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) tickets for first class and the economy would remain as they are.

“Premium Class charges will be Kshs.12,000 for one way and Kshs.20,000 for a two-way trip between Nairobi and Mombasa.

You will save Kshs. 4,000 once you pay for a return ticket.

We have received four first-class coaches and four premium coaches,” said Mr Daghar.

Speaking while receiving 20 new coaches including Economy Class, First Class and Premium Class at the Kenya Railways station in Mombasa, the PS said the new facilities will boost passenger railway transport. 

The PS said from 2017, Kenya Railways has managed to move 12 million passengers while targeting 8.8 million passengers annually, according to its 2023-2027 strategic plan.