Route 23KS connects Nairobi with Kariobangi South through Jogoo Road, Jericho, Harambee and the wider Buruburu–Rabai Road corridor. Using the suffix KS distinguishes it from Route 23KG serving Kangemi through Westlands. Current transport listings identify 23KS as the service operating around Buruburu Road and Kariobangi South. Kenyans.co.ke, Moovit
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Route 23KS overview
| Route detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Recommended route label | Route 23KS |
| Main destination | Kariobangi South |
| Main corridor | Jogoo Road–Rabai Road |
| Key areas | Jericho, Harambee and Buruburu |
| Related destination | Civil Servants Estate |
| Not to be confused with | Route 23KG to Kangemi |
General route direction
The service is commonly associated with this journey:
Nairobi CBD → Jogoo Road → Jericho → Harambee → Buruburu/Rabai Road connections → Kariobangi South
Some vehicles may continue towards Civil Servants Estate or use slightly different roads within the wider Kariobangi South area.
Travelling through Jericho and Harambee
The route provides access to several established Eastlands neighbourhoods around Jericho and Harambee. Passengers should give the conductor their exact estate, junction or landmark because the vehicle may not enter every residential road.
Buruburu and Rabai Road connection
Rabai Road provides connections between Buruburu, Harambee and surrounding Eastlands estates. Confirm whether the vehicle passes directly along your required section of Rabai Road or uses a nearby connecting road.
Arriving in Kariobangi South
Kariobangi South contains several stages and connecting roads. Ask whether the matatu terminates within Kariobangi South or continues towards Civil Servants Estate.
Connections may be available towards:
- Buruburu
- Outering Road
- Dandora
- Kariobangi North
- Umoja
- Nairobi CBD
Route 23KS versus Route 23KG
| Route display | Main destination | General corridor |
|---|---|---|
| 23KS | Kariobangi South | Jogoo Road, Jericho and Harambee |
| 23KG | Kangemi | Westlands and Waiyaki Way |
Passengers should check the destination letters as well as the number. Boarding a vehicle displaying only “23” without confirming the destination can result in travelling towards the wrong side of Nairobi.
Return journey
For the return trip, board a Nairobi-bound Route 23KS service from an authorised Kariobangi South stage. Confirm the CBD terminus because operators may use different drop-off and boarding points.
Travel time
Journey time depends on traffic along Jogoo Road and within Buruburu, Harambee and Kariobangi South. Morning and evening congestion can substantially extend the trip.
Fare information
Fares depend on distance, demand, traffic, weather and time of travel. Confirm the amount before boarding during peak periods.
Fares vary and can change at any time.
Master-page entry
Route 23KS — Kariobangi South
Via Jogoo Road, Jericho, Harambee and Buruburu, with connections from Rabai Road towards Kariobangi South.
