Nairobi Matatu Route 100 connects Nairobi CBD with Kiambu Town through Muthaiga, Kiambu Road, Ridgeways and Thindigua. It is one of the principal public transport services used by commuters travelling between Nairobi and Kiambu County’s administrative centre.
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Passengers should look for vehicles displaying Route 100—Kiambu and confirm their preferred stage before boarding. Some matatus using Kiambu Road terminate at intermediate destinations rather than continuing to Kiambu Town.
Route 100 Quick Information
Route number: 100
Route: Nairobi–Kiambu Town
Origin: Nairobi CBD
Main destination: Kiambu Town
Main road: Kiambu Road
Key areas: Muthaiga, Ridgeways and Thindigua
County connection: Nairobi–Kiambu County
Return direction: Kiambu Town–Nairobi
Where to Board Route 100 in Nairobi
Route 100 matatus operate from central Nairobi alongside other services travelling towards Kiambu Road, Thindigua and Kiambu Town.
Passengers should look for vehicles displaying:
100 – KIAMBU
CBD boarding stages may change because of traffic-management arrangements. Commuters should confirm the current Route 100 boarding point before travelling.
Route 100 from Nairobi to Kiambu Town
A simplified Route 100 journey is:
Nairobi CBD → Muthaiga → Kiambu Road → Ridgeways → Thindigua → Kiambu Town
The exact intermediate stops may differ between vehicles. Passengers should tell the conductor their destination or nearest landmark.
Muthaiga
Muthaiga is an important junction connecting central Nairobi with Kiambu Road and other northern transport corridors.
The interchange also provides connections towards Thika Road, Limuru Road and neighbouring areas.
Kiambu Road
Kiambu Road is the principal corridor used by Route 100.
The road carries commuters between Nairobi and the growing residential, commercial and institutional areas extending towards Kiambu Town.
Several matatu routes use parts of Kiambu Road. Passengers should confirm that the vehicle continues to Kiambu Town.
Ridgeways
Ridgeways is a major residential and commercial area along Route 100.
The area provides access to shopping centres, schools, offices, residential estates and connections towards surrounding neighbourhoods.
Passengers should specify their preferred Ridgeways stage because several access roads join Kiambu Road within the area.
Thindigua
Thindigua is one of the major commuter destinations between Nairobi and Kiambu Town.
The neighbourhood has experienced significant residential and commercial growth. Some public transport services terminate around Thindigua, so passengers continuing to Kiambu should confirm the vehicle’s final destination.
Kiambu Town
Kiambu Town is the principal destination associated with Route 100.
The town is an administrative, residential and commercial centre in Kiambu County. Its public transport stages provide connections to surrounding areas and other destinations across the county.
Passengers should tell the conductor their exact Kiambu stage or landmark.
Main Route 100 Stops and Areas Served
Route 100 serves or provides access to:
- Nairobi CBD
- Muthaiga
- Kiambu Road
- Ridgeways
- Thindigua
- Kiambu Town
The precise stopping pattern may vary according to the vehicle and current operating arrangements.
Route 100 Connections
Passengers can connect to other public transport services at several points:
- Nairobi CBD: Routes serving all major Nairobi corridors.
- Muthaiga: Connections towards Thika Road, Limuru Road and northern Nairobi.
- Ridgeways: Local services towards surrounding estates and Kiambu Road neighbourhoods.
- Thindigua: Connections to nearby residential communities.
- Kiambu Town: Matatus serving other destinations within Kiambu County.
Route 100 Compared with Shorter Kiambu Road Services
Some matatus using Kiambu Road terminate before reaching Kiambu Town, including services serving Ridgeways, Runda or Thindigua.
Passengers travelling the complete journey should specifically choose a vehicle displaying Kiambu rather than relying only on the direction of travel.
Route 100 Return Journey: Kiambu to Nairobi
The simplified return journey is:
Kiambu Town → Thindigua → Ridgeways → Kiambu Road → Muthaiga → Nairobi CBD
Morning services towards Nairobi can become crowded as residents travel to workplaces, schools and businesses.
Evening passenger demand generally increases from Nairobi towards Thindigua and Kiambu Town.
Route 100 Travel Time
There is no fixed journey time between Nairobi and Kiambu Town. Travel duration depends on congestion around Nairobi CBD, Muthaiga, Ridgeways, Thindigua and the approaches to Kiambu.
Traffic along Kiambu Road can significantly increase travel times during weekday morning and evening rush hours.
Route 100 Matatu Fares
Route 100 fares depend on the boarding point, destination, time of travel and passenger demand. Fares vary and can change at any time.
Commuter Tips for Route 100
- Look for Route 100—Kiambu.
- Confirm that the vehicle continues beyond Thindigua.
- Tell the conductor your exact Kiambu Road or Kiambu Town stage.
- Allow additional time during rush-hour congestion.
- Confirm the current Nairobi CBD boarding point.
Why Route 100 Is Important
Route 100 provides a major public transport connection between Nairobi CBD and Kiambu Town. It serves rapidly growing residential and commercial areas along Kiambu Road while linking Nairobi with Kiambu County’s administrative and commuter centre.
