Route 35/60 connects Nairobi with Umoja through Jogoo Road and Donholm, with some services or onward connections continuing towards Kayole. It is one of the principal public transport options for commuters travelling between central Nairobi and the densely populated Eastlands corridor.
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The final destination can differ between vehicles. Some Route 35/60 matatus terminate within Umoja, while others provide access or connections towards Kayole. Passengers should check the destination board before travelling.
Route 35/60 Destination Guide
| Destination | What passengers should confirm |
|---|---|
| Donholm | The nearest estate or main-road stage |
| Umoja I | Whether the vehicle enters Umoja I |
| Umoja II | The most convenient local stage |
| Umoja Innercore | Whether the vehicle serves Innercore |
| Kayole | Whether the service continues or requires a transfer |
| Komarock | Whether another route is needed from Umoja or Kayole |
Simplified Route 35/60 Journey
The main corridor is:
Nairobi → Jogoo Road → Donholm → Umoja → Kayole connections
The exact estate roads and final terminus depend on the vehicle and operator.
How to Recognise Route 35/60
Look for destination displays such as:
- 35/60 – UMOJA
- 35/60 – INNERCORE
- 35/60 – KAYOLE
- A specific Umoja or Kayole stage
Do not assume that every vehicle displaying 35/60 continues to Kayole.
Where to Board Route 35/60
Route 35/60 matatus operate from Nairobi stages serving Jogoo Road, Umoja and the wider Eastlands area.
Boarding arrangements can change. Ask specifically for a vehicle serving your section of Umoja or continuing towards Kayole.
Jogoo Road Section
Jogoo Road is the principal corridor carrying Route 35/60 towards Eastlands.
It is shared by matatus serving:
- Buruburu
- Jericho
- Donholm
- Umoja
- Kayole
- Embakasi
- Other eastern Nairobi estates
Passengers should choose according to the destination displayed rather than the road used.
Donholm
Donholm is an important intermediate residential and transport area.
It provides connections towards:
- Outer Ring Road
- Savannah
- Greenfields
- Embakasi
- Industrial Area
- Umoja
Passengers continuing to Umoja or Kayole should confirm that the vehicle does not terminate at Donholm.
Umoja
Umoja is the primary destination associated with Route 35/60.
The neighbourhood contains several distinct sections and stages. Passengers should specify whether they are travelling to Umoja I, Umoja II, Innercore or another local destination.
Asking only for Umoja may not identify the most convenient dropping point.
Connections Towards Kayole
Some Route 35/60 services may continue towards Kayole, while others provide a transfer point within Umoja.
Passengers travelling to Kayole should ask:
- Does the vehicle proceed to Kayole?
- Where does it terminate?
- Which Kayole section does it serve?
- Will a transfer be required?
- What is the additional fare?
A vehicle displaying Umoja should not automatically be assumed to reach Kayole.
Route 35/60 and Other Eastlands Services
| Route | General destination |
|---|---|
| Route 35/60 | Umoja and Kayole connections |
| Route 19/60 | Umoja, Kayole and Komarock corridor |
| Route 34 | Donholm, Pipeline and Embakasi variants |
| Route 33 | Embakasi, Fedha and Pipeline variants |
Passengers should select the service offering the most direct journey to their estate.
Useful Connections
Nairobi: Services serving all major city corridors.
Jogoo Road: Buruburu, Jericho and Makadara connections.
Donholm: Outer Ring Road, Embakasi and Industrial Area.
Umoja: Kayole, Komarock and local estate services.
Kayole: Spine Road, Komarock Road, Njiru and surrounding destinations.
Return Journey to Nairobi
The return journey generally follows:
Kayole connection/Umoja → Donholm → Jogoo Road → Nairobi
Passengers should confirm whether the vehicle enters Nairobi CBD or terminates at Muthurwa or another interchange.
Morning demand is generally stronger towards Nairobi, while evening services become busier towards Umoja and Kayole.
Travel-Time Guidance
There is no fixed Route 35/60 journey time.
Delays may result from:
- Jogoo Road congestion
- Traffic around Donholm
- Outer Ring Road queues
- Estate traffic within Umoja
- Delays approaching Kayole
- Rain, incidents and roadworks
- Heavy passenger demand
Allow additional time during weekday morning and evening peaks.
Route 35/60 Matatu Fares
Fares depend on the boarding point, destination, time and passenger demand. Fares vary and can change at any time.
Confirm whether the quoted fare covers only Umoja or the onward journey to Kayole.
Route 35/60 Commuter Tips
- Confirm the exact Umoja section served.
- Ask whether the vehicle continues to Kayole.
- Check if a transfer is required.
- Do not confuse Route 35/60 with other Route 60 combinations.
- Confirm the Nairobi-bound return terminus.
- Keep personal belongings secure at crowded Eastlands stages.
Why Route 35/60 Is Important
Route 35/60 links Nairobi with Umoja while providing connections towards Kayole and the wider Eastlands network. Clearly documenting its different termini helps passengers avoid boarding an Umoja-only vehicle when their destination is farther east.
