Burma Market, also known as Shauri Moyo Market, is one of Nairobi’s major meat-trading markets. It is located in Shauri Moyo, off Jogoo Road, close to Nairobi City Stadium and the wider Makadara/Eastlands transport corridor. Official Nairobi urban-planning documents identify Shauri Moyo Market as commonly known as Burma and describe it as one of the largest meat markets in East and Central Africa. (eCitizen Kenya)
Its position near Jogoo Road makes it particularly accessible by public transport from Nairobi CBD, Makadara, Buruburu, Umoja, Kayole and other parts of Eastlands.
For the wider network, commuters can use the Nairobi Matatu Routes and Numbers database.
Where is Burma Market?
Burma Market Nairobi is located in Shauri Moyo, off Jogoo Road. More specifically, current mapping places it around the Ahero Street/Bondo Street/Ambira Road area, while Nairobi planning documents place Shauri Moyo Market between Ahero Street and Jogoo Road. (eCitizen Kenya)
Useful landmarks include:
Nairobi City Stadium
Jogoo Road
Shauri Moyo
Ahero Street
Makadara
Nairobi City Stadium is particularly useful as a landmark because it is only a short distance from the market. (Mapcarta)
Is Burma Market the Same as Shauri Moyo Market?
Yes. Official Nairobi planning documentation identifies Shauri Moyo Market as commonly known as Burma. (eCitizen Kenya)
This is useful for commuters because some people may refer to the destination as Burma Market, while others may know it as Shauri Moyo Market.
How to Get to Burma Market from Nairobi CBD
From Nairobi CBD, use public transport heading east through the Jogoo Road corridor.
The general journey is:
Nairobi CBD → Landhies/Muthurwa side → Jogoo Road → City Stadium/Shauri Moyo → Burma Market
Jogoo Road is one of the principal roads connecting central Nairobi with Makadara, Shauri Moyo, Buruburu, Umoja, Kayole and other Eastlands neighbourhoods. (Citizen Digital)
Tell the conductor that you are going to Burma Market near City Stadium/Shauri Moyo and ask for the nearest alighting point.
Which Matatus Can You Use to Reach Burma Market?
Because Burma Market sits close to Jogoo Road, several services using the wider Jogoo Road–Makadara–Eastlands corridor can bring commuters close to the market.
Relevant Metros route guides include Route 10 Nairobi–Maringo–Makadara, Route 35/60 Nairobi–Umoja via Jogoo Road, Route 58 Nairobi–Buruburu via Jogoo Road and Route 1960 Nairobi–Kayole via Jogoo Road.
Not every vehicle will use exactly the same stopping point, so confirm Burma Market/Shauri Moyo with the conductor before boarding.
Where Should You Alight for Burma Market?
Ask the conductor for the most convenient stop for Burma Market or Shauri Moyo Market.
City Stadium and Shauri Moyo are useful landmarks when approaching from Nairobi CBD. The market is situated just off the main Jogoo Road corridor rather than deep inside Eastlands. (eCitizen Kenya)
A short walk may be necessary depending on the matatu and alighting point.
From Makadara to Burma Market
Makadara is close to Burma Market.
Passengers already in Makadara can use a short connection along the Jogoo Road corridor towards Shauri Moyo/City Stadium.
The journey can broadly be understood as:
Makadara → Jogoo Road → Shauri Moyo → Burma Market
Travelling into Nairobi CBD first is unnecessary.
The Route 10 Nairobi–Maringo–Makadara guide provides additional orientation for this section of Eastlands.
From Buruburu to Burma Market
Buruburu passengers can travel towards Nairobi along Jogoo Road and alight around the Shauri Moyo/City Stadium area before reaching the CBD.
The journey is approximately:
Buruburu → Jogoo Road → Makadara/Shauri Moyo → Burma Market
See the Route 58 Nairobi–Buruburu via Jogoo Road guide for the wider Buruburu–CBD connection.
From Umoja to Burma Market
Passengers travelling from Umoja can use Nairobi-bound services along Jogoo Road.
The general journey is:
Umoja → Jogoo Road → Makadara → Shauri Moyo → Burma Market
Because Burma Market is reached before central Nairobi, passengers should tell the conductor early that they want to alight around Burma Market/City Stadium.
The Route 35/60 Nairobi–Umoja via Jogoo Road guide covers this corridor.
From Kayole to Burma Market
Kayole passengers can similarly use Nairobi-bound services operating through the Jogoo Road corridor.
The journey broadly follows:
Kayole → Umoja/Donholm side → Jogoo Road → Makadara → Shauri Moyo → Burma Market
The Route 1960 Nairobi–Kayole via Jogoo Road guide provides one useful Metros reference for this journey.
Tell the conductor you are going to Burma Market rather than travelling unnecessarily into the CBD.
From Muthurwa to Burma Market
Muthurwa is relatively close to Burma Market and lies on the CBD side of the same wider transport corridor.
The journey is:
Muthurwa → Jogoo Road → City Stadium/Shauri Moyo → Burma Market
Passengers can use an Eastlands-bound service operating along Jogoo Road and alight near the market.
From Gikomba Market to Burma Market
Gikomba and Burma are both located east of Nairobi CBD and relatively close to one another.
A journey into central Nairobi is therefore unnecessary.
The general direction is:
Gikomba/Kamukunji → Shauri Moyo → Burma Market
Depending on the exact starting point, commuters may use a short local public transport connection or walk part of the journey.
From Ngara Market to Burma Market
Passengers coming from Ngara can travel towards the CBD/eastern side of central Nairobi before connecting to Jogoo Road.
The easiest journey for someone unfamiliar with local cross-city services is:
Ngara → Nairobi CBD → Jogoo Road → Shauri Moyo → Burma Market
From Kawangware to Burma Market
Kawangware lies on the opposite side of Nairobi.
A straightforward journey is:
Kawangware → Nairobi CBD → Jogoo Road → Burma Market
Passengers can use Route 2 Nairobi–Kawangware–Waithaka for the Kawangware–CBD section before transferring to an Eastlands-bound service.
From Kasarani and Githurai to Burma Market
Passengers from the Thika Road corridor can use Nairobi CBD as an interchange.
The general journey is:
Kasarani/Githurai → Nairobi CBD → Jogoo Road → Shauri Moyo → Burma Market
From Githurai, the Route 44 Nairobi–Githurai–Kahawa West guide provides one connection towards central Nairobi.
From Kasarani, commuters can also consult Route 49 Nairobi–Kasarani.
From Ongata Rongai to Burma Market
Passengers from Ongata Rongai can travel towards Nairobi CBD before transferring to the Jogoo Road corridor.
The simple journey is:
Ongata Rongai → Nairobi CBD → Jogoo Road → Shauri Moyo → Burma Market
The Route 125 Nairobi–Ongata Rongai guide provides the first section of this journey.
What is Burma Market Known For?
Burma is particularly associated with the meat trade. Nairobi planning documents describe Shauri Moyo/Burma as a major meat market supplying butcheries and restaurants, while more recent reporting describes it as a significant supply point for individual buyers and businesses seeking different meat products. (eCitizen Kenya)
The wider market area has also historically accommodated other small-scale commercial activities.
This distinguishes Burma from markets such as Gikomba, which has a much broader association with second-hand clothing and general merchandise, and Wakulima/Marikiti, which is strongly associated with fresh produce.
Burma Market vs Gikomba Market
The two markets are relatively close geographically but serve different commercial functions.
Burma Market is in Shauri Moyo near Jogoo Road and City Stadium and is particularly associated with meat.
Gikomba Market is around Kamukunji/Pumwani and is one of Nairobi’s major general and second-hand merchandise markets.
Commuters should therefore specify the market name rather than simply asking for the general Kamukunji/Shauri Moyo area.
Burma Market vs Muthurwa Market
Muthurwa is closer to the eastern edge of Nairobi CBD around the Landhies Road/Haile Selassie Avenue area.
Burma Market is farther east around Shauri Moyo and Jogoo Road.
Both can be reached through the broader eastern-CBD/Eastlands transport network, but they are separate destinations.
Matatu Fare to Burma Market
There is no single permanent fare to Burma Market.
Fares depend on the passenger’s starting point, time of day, traffic conditions, weather and demand.
Commuters travelling from Buruburu, Umoja or Kayole may also pay different fares from passengers making the shorter journey from Nairobi CBD or Makadara.
Confirm the fare before boarding.
How Long Does It Take to Get to Burma Market?
Journey time depends heavily on traffic along Jogoo Road and the passenger’s starting point.
Peak-hour congestion can substantially increase travel time.
Passengers travelling to the market for business or bulk purchases should allow additional time, particularly during busy commuting periods.
Burma Market and Nairobi’s Public Transport Network
Burma Market strengthens the Metros markets database by adding a major commercial destination directly connected to the Jogoo Road/Eastlands transport corridor.
The principal connection can be understood as:
Nairobi CBD → Jogoo Road → City Stadium → Shauri Moyo → Burma Market
From Eastlands, commuters can approach in the opposite direction:
Kayole/Umoja/Buruburu → Jogoo Road → Shauri Moyo → Burma Market
For other origins, use the Nairobi Matatu Routes and Numbers database.
Burma Market in One Line
Burma Market, also known as Shauri Moyo Market, is a major meat market in Shauri Moyo off Jogoo Road near Nairobi City Stadium. It is accessible from Nairobi CBD and Eastlands using public transport operating along the Jogoo Road corridor. (eCitizen Kenya)
Last verified: September 2026
