Nairobi Matatu Route 110 connects Nairobi CBD with Mlolongo, Athi River and Kitengela, making it one of the important longer-distance commuter routes operating along the Mombasa Road corridor.
The route serves commuters travelling beyond Nairobi towards the rapidly growing residential and industrial areas of Machakos and Kajiado counties. Route listings identify Route 110 with Kitengela, Mlolongo and Athi River, while newer route datasets distinguish variants such as 110ATH for Athi River and 110KIT for Kitengela.
Route 110 Quick Information
Route Number: 110
Route: Nairobi CBD – Mlolongo – Athi River / Kitengela
Origin: Nairobi CBD
Main Destinations: Mlolongo, Athi River and Kitengela
Main Corridor: Mombasa Road
Key Areas: Cabanas, Mlolongo, Athi River, Kitengela
CBD Boarding Area: Railways area
Return Direction: Kitengela / Athi River / Mlolongo – Nairobi CBD
Where to Board Route 110 in Nairobi CBD
Route 110 matatus serving Mlolongo, Athi River and Kitengela are traditionally associated with the Railways Station area in Nairobi CBD. Multiple Nairobi route directories identify Railways as the boarding point for Route 110.
Passengers should check the final destination displayed on the vehicle because Route 110 services do not necessarily all terminate at the same place.
Depending on your journey, look for a vehicle marked:
Mlolongo
Athi River
or
Kitengela
Passengers travelling farther along the corridor should confirm the final destination with the conductor before boarding.
Route 110 from Nairobi to Mlolongo / Athi River
The main Route 110 journey follows the Mombasa Road corridor out of Nairobi.
A simplified route can be understood as:
Nairobi CBD → Mombasa Road → Cabanas → Mlolongo → Athi River
Services heading towards Kitengela continue through the wider Athi River/Kitengela transport corridor.
Mombasa Road is therefore the defining highway for Route 110 and separates it from many Nairobi matatu services operating primarily within the city.
Major Route 110 Stops and Areas Served
Mombasa Road
Mombasa Road is the main transport corridor used by Route 110.
After leaving Nairobi, Route 110 services travel southeast along the highway towards Mlolongo and Athi River.
The corridor carries heavy commuter, freight, airport and long-distance traffic, meaning congestion can significantly affect travel times.
Cabanas
Cabanas is an important landmark along the Mombasa Road corridor.
It lies on the eastern side of Nairobi before the route continues towards the airport junction, Syokimau and Mlolongo side of the metropolitan area.
Passengers travelling to destinations around this section should confirm their preferred stopping point with the conductor.
Mlolongo
Mlolongo is one of the principal destinations served by Route 110.
Located immediately beyond Nairobi along Mombasa Road, Mlolongo has developed into a major residential and commercial centre.
Its proximity to Nairobi means large numbers of residents commute between Mlolongo and the capital every day.
Route 110 provides one of the public transport connections linking the town with Nairobi CBD.
Route 110 Nairobi to Athi River
Athi River is another major destination associated with Route 110.
The town lies farther along the Nairobi–Mombasa highway beyond Mlolongo and is an important residential and industrial centre.
Route 110 has long been identified with the Nairobi–Athi River corridor, and route references also use the designation 110A/110ATH for Athi River services.
Passengers travelling to Athi River should make sure they board a vehicle continuing beyond Mlolongo.
Route 110 Nairobi to Kitengela
Route 110 services are also associated with Kitengela, one of the fastest-growing commuter towns within the Nairobi metropolitan area.
Kitengela lies off the main Nairobi–Mombasa highway beyond the Athi River interchange area.
Current route datasets distinguish 110KIT as a Kitengela service, while older Nairobi route directories broadly identify Route 110 with Kitengela, Mlolongo and Athi River.
Passengers travelling specifically to Kitengela should therefore look for a vehicle displaying Kitengela rather than assuming every Route 110 service continues there.
Route 110 and Mlolongo
Mlolongo is particularly important on Route 110 because it is both a major destination and an intermediate point for passengers continuing towards Athi River.
Passengers travelling from Nairobi should distinguish between vehicles terminating at Mlolongo and those continuing farther.
If your destination is Athi River or Kitengela, tell the conductor before boarding.
Route 110 and Athi River
Athi River serves as an important transport junction for commuters travelling between Nairobi, Mlolongo and Kitengela.
It is also a major industrial centre, with factories, warehouses and other businesses generating significant commuter demand.
Passengers travelling towards Kitengela may pass through or connect around the wider Athi River area depending on the service being used.
Route 110 vs Route 110A / 110ATH
Passengers may see several variations of the Route 110 number.
Route 110
Route 110 is widely associated with the Mlolongo, Athi River and Kitengela corridor.
Route 110A / 110ATH
Route 110A has historically been listed for Athi River via Mombasa Road, while newer route datasets use 110ATH for Athi River services.
For commuters, the destination displayed on the vehicle is more important than assuming every 110-series service follows exactly the same operating pattern.
Route 110ATH vs Route 110KIT
Modern route listings make an especially useful distinction between two services.
110ATH — Athi River
110ATH identifies services associated with Athi River.
110KIT — Kitengela
110KIT identifies services associated with Kitengela.
This distinction is useful for passengers because Athi River and Kitengela are different destinations even though they share part of the same journey from Nairobi.
Always check the destination board before boarding.
Route 110 Return Journey to Nairobi CBD
Route 110 also serves commuters travelling from Mlolongo, Athi River and Kitengela towards Nairobi CBD.
The city-bound journey generally reconnects with Mombasa Road before continuing towards central Nairobi.
The simplified return journey is:
Kitengela / Athi River → Mlolongo → Mombasa Road → Nairobi CBD
Passengers should confirm the final CBD drop-off point because operating arrangements can vary between operators.
Route 110 Matatu Fare
Route 110 fares depend heavily on the distance travelled.
Passengers travelling from Nairobi CBD to Mlolongo will normally pay a different fare from passengers continuing farther to Athi River or Kitengela.
Fares can also change depending on traffic, weather, passenger demand and time of day.
Morning and evening rush hours may attract higher fares because of increased commuter demand.
Important: Matatu fares on the Nairobi–Mlolongo–Athi River–Kitengela corridor are not always fixed and can change at any time. Any fare published in this guide should therefore be treated as an estimate rather than a guaranteed price.
Passengers should confirm the current fare with the conductor before boarding.
Route 110 Travel Time
There is no fixed travel time for Route 110.
The journey depends heavily on traffic conditions along Mombasa Road.
A passenger travelling only to Mlolongo will generally have a shorter journey than someone continuing to Athi River or Kitengela.
Traffic approaching Nairobi during the morning rush hour and leaving the city during the evening rush hour can substantially increase journey times.
Commuters should therefore allow additional travel time during peak periods.
Frequently Asked Questions About Route 110
Where does Route 110 go?
Route 110 is associated with services connecting Nairobi with Mlolongo, Athi River and Kitengela.
Where do I board Route 110 in Nairobi?
Route 110 services are traditionally associated with the Railways Station area in Nairobi CBD.
Does Route 110 go to Mlolongo?
Yes. Mlolongo is one of the main destinations along the Route 110 corridor.
Does Route 110 go to Athi River?
Yes. Route 110 and its Athi River variants serve the Nairobi–Athi River corridor.
Does Route 110 go to Kitengela?
Route 110 services are associated with Kitengela, and current route listings identify 110KIT specifically with Kitengela.
Does Route 110 use Mombasa Road?
Yes. Mombasa Road is the main highway corridor used by Route 110 services from Nairobi towards Mlolongo and Athi River.
Does Route 110 pass Cabanas?
Route 110 uses the Mombasa Road corridor travelling towards Mlolongo and Athi River, with Cabanas being one of the major landmarks along this side of the journey.
Which matatu goes from Nairobi to Mlolongo?
Route 110 services are among the established public transport options connecting Nairobi CBD with Mlolongo.
Which matatu goes from Nairobi to Athi River?
Route 110 services operate along the Nairobi–Athi River corridor, with 110A/110ATH specifically associated with Athi River.
Which matatu goes from Nairobi to Kitengela?
Route 110 services are associated with Kitengela, with 110KIT used in current route listings for the Kitengela service.
Route 110 at a Glance
Route Number: 110
Route: Nairobi CBD ↔ Mlolongo / Athi River / Kitengela
Main Corridor: Mombasa Road
Key Areas: Cabanas, Mlolongo, Athi River, Kitengela
CBD Boarding Area: Railways
Athi River Variant: 110A / 110ATH
Kitengela Variant: 110KIT
Return Direction: Mlolongo / Athi River / Kitengela → Nairobi CBD
Route numbers, stages, fares, stops and operating patterns can change. Metros Kenya periodically reviews its Nairobi matatu route information to provide commuters with useful and up-to-date travel information.
