Moi International Sports Centre (MISC), commonly known as Kasarani Stadium, is a major sports complex located in Kasarani, Nairobi. The complex hosts football matches, athletics competitions, indoor sports, swimming events, concerts, national ceremonies and other large public events.
Its location near the Thika Road corridor makes it accessible by public transport from Nairobi CBD, Roysambu, Githurai, Zimmerman and other parts of northern Nairobi.
For connections across the city, use the Nairobi Matatu Routes and Numbers database. Travellers coming to Nairobi from other parts of Kenya can also use the Kenya Domestic Flights: Airports, Airstrips & Flight Routes Guide.
Where Is Moi International Sports Centre Located?
Moi International Sports Centre is located in Kasarani, northeastern Nairobi, close to the Thika Road transport corridor.
Destination: Moi International Sports Centre
Common name: Kasarani Stadium
Area: Kasarani
City: Nairobi
Main transport corridor: Thika Road
Nearby areas: Roysambu, Zimmerman, Mwiki and Clay City
Direction from Nairobi CBD: Northeast
The sports complex sits away from the main Thika Road carriageway, meaning commuters should confirm that their chosen matatu provides a convenient connection into Kasarani.
What Is at Moi International Sports Centre?
Moi International Sports Centre is more than the main Kasarani Stadium.
The larger sports complex includes facilities used for football, athletics, swimming and indoor sporting activities.
The main stadium is the best-known part of the complex and is frequently used for major sporting and public events.
When attending an event, commuters should confirm which part of the complex or entrance they need because walking distances within and around a large sports complex can be significant.
How to Get to Kasarani Stadium From Nairobi CBD
From Nairobi CBD, board a matatu or bus travelling towards Kasarani through the Thika Road corridor.
The general journey is:
Nairobi CBD → Thika Road → Kasarani → Moi International Sports Centre
Tell the conductor that your destination is Kasarani Stadium before boarding.
This is important because some vehicles using Thika Road continue towards destinations beyond Kasarani without necessarily providing the most convenient connection to the stadium.
Which Matatu Goes to Kasarani Stadium?
Matatus serving Kasarani provide the most useful public transport connection to Moi International Sports Centre.
One of the relevant Metros guides is Route 49 Nairobi–Kasarani.
Depending on the particular service, passengers may need to alight at a convenient Kasarani stop and complete the final section by walking or using a short local connection.
Before boarding, ask:
“Does this matatu go to Kasarani Stadium?”
For alternative connections, use the Nairobi Matatu Routes and Numbers database.
Where to Board Matatus to Kasarani Stadium in Nairobi CBD
Kasarani-bound matatus operate from designated stages within Nairobi CBD.
The precise boarding point can vary depending on the operator and route.
Use the Nairobi Bus Stations & Termini: Complete Guide to Matatu Stages and Destinations to identify major Nairobi CBD boarding areas and the destinations they serve.
When boarding, tell the conductor:
“Kasarani Stadium.”
This is more precise than simply asking for a vehicle going towards Thika Road.
Where to Alight for Kasarani Stadium
Tell the conductor that you need the most convenient stop for Moi International Sports Centre/Kasarani Stadium.
Depending on the route being used, passengers may need to complete the final section on foot or use a short local connection.
During major events, temporary traffic arrangements or access controls can affect the normal drop-off points around the stadium.
Getting to Kasarani Stadium From Roysambu
Roysambu is close to Kasarani along the Thika Road corridor.
Passengers can use a local Kasarani-bound connection rather than travelling into Nairobi CBD.
The journey generally follows:
Roysambu → Kasarani → Moi International Sports Centre
Getting to Kasarani Stadium From Githurai
Passengers travelling from Githurai can use an inbound service along the Thika Road corridor and connect towards Kasarani.
The Route 44 Nairobi–Githurai–Kahawa West guide provides additional information about public transport along this section of northern Nairobi.
The general journey is:
Githurai → Thika Road → Kasarani → Moi International Sports Centre
Travelling all the way into Nairobi CBD before returning to Kasarani is normally unnecessary.
Getting to Kasarani Stadium From Zimmerman
Zimmerman lies close to the wider Kasarani transport network.
Depending on the starting point, passengers can connect locally towards Kasarani.
The general journey is:
Zimmerman → Kasarani → Moi International Sports Centre
Getting to Kasarani Stadium From Mwiki
Mwiki is within the wider Kasarani area.
Commuters can use local public transport towards central Kasarani and continue to the sports complex.
The journey generally follows:
Mwiki → Kasarani → Moi International Sports Centre
Getting to Kasarani Stadium From Westlands
From Westlands, commuters can travel towards Nairobi CBD and transfer to a Kasarani-bound service.
A straightforward journey is:
Westlands → Nairobi CBD → Thika Road → Kasarani Stadium
Passengers familiar with Nairobi’s cross-city transport network may find alternative connections depending on their starting point.
Getting to Kasarani Stadium From Eastlands
Passengers travelling from Umoja, Donholm, Buruburu, Kayole and other Eastlands neighbourhoods may be able to connect towards northern Nairobi through the wider Outer Ring Road transport network.
For commuters unfamiliar with those connections, a simpler reference journey is:
Eastlands → Nairobi CBD → Thika Road → Kasarani Stadium
Getting to Kasarani Stadium From Ngong Road
Passengers travelling from Kilimani, Dagoretti and other areas along Ngong Road can travel towards Nairobi CBD and transfer to a Kasarani-bound service.
The general journey is:
Ngong Road → Nairobi CBD → Thika Road → Kasarani Stadium
Getting to Kasarani Stadium From Lang’ata
From Lang’ata, commuters can travel towards Nairobi CBD before transferring to a Kasarani-bound matatu.
The journey generally follows:
Lang’ata → Nairobi CBD → Thika Road → Kasarani Stadium
Going to Kasarani Stadium for a Football Match or Major Event
Transport conditions around Moi International Sports Centre can change substantially during major football matches, athletics competitions, concerts and national events.
Commuters should consider travelling earlier than usual because passenger demand and traffic around Kasarani can increase before an event.
After large events, many spectators leave at approximately the same time, which can increase demand for matatus and other transport services.
If event organisers announce special entrances, road closures or traffic arrangements, follow those instructions rather than relying solely on normal-day access arrangements.
Kasarani Stadium and the Thika Road Transport Corridor
Moi International Sports Centre is an important destination within the wider Thika Road commuter network.
The corridor connects:
Nairobi CBD → Muthaiga → Survey → Roysambu → Kasarani → Githurai → Kahawa
This means passengers travelling from several northern Nairobi neighbourhoods can reach Kasarani without first travelling into Nairobi CBD.
Moi International Sports Centre Public Transport Guide
Destination: Moi International Sports Centre
Common name: Kasarani Stadium
Area: Kasarani
City: Nairobi
Main corridor: Thika Road
Nearby areas: Roysambu, Zimmerman, Mwiki and Clay City
Relevant route: Route 49 Nairobi–Kasarani
From Nairobi CBD: Use an appropriate Kasarani-bound service
Where to alight: Confirm the most convenient Kasarani Stadium stop with the conductor
More Nairobi Sports and Recreation Venues
Moi International Sports Centre is part of the Nairobi Sports and Recreation Venues database, connecting major stadiums, parks, forests and recreational destinations with Nairobi’s public transport network.
The next destinations in the database include Nyayo National Stadium, Nairobi City Stadium, Ulinzi Sports Complex, RFUEA Ground and Nairobi Club.
For connections elsewhere in Nairobi, use the Nairobi Matatu Routes and Numbers database.
Information last verified: September 2026.
