Route 70 connects Nairobi with Industrial Area through Likoni Road and Lunga Lunga Road. It is primarily an employment-focused service used by factory workers, suppliers, students and business visitors travelling to Nairobi’s main industrial district.
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Industrial Area covers an extensive network of roads and workplaces rather than one destination. Passengers should identify the company, road or junction closest to their destination before boarding Route 70.
Route 70 Quick Information
| Route information | Details |
|---|---|
| Route number | 70 |
| Main destination | Lunga Lunga Road/Industrial Area |
| Important approach | Likoni Road |
| Principal employment road | Lunga Lunga Road |
| Typical passengers | Workers, suppliers and business visitors |
| Return direction | Industrial Area–Nairobi |
Identifying Route 70
Passengers should look for destination displays such as:
- 70 – INDUSTRIAL AREA
- 70 – LUNGA LUNGA
- 70 – LIKONI ROAD
- Another destination beyond the industrial corridor
Confirm whether the vehicle passes the specific workplace or junction required.
Where to Board Route 70
Route 70 matatus operate from Nairobi stages serving Industrial Area, Likoni Road and Lunga Lunga Road.
Boarding arrangements may change. Ask specifically for Route 70 and provide the conductor or stage official with the name of your Industrial Area destination.
Simplified Route 70 Journey
The general journey is:
Nairobi → Industrial Area approach → Likoni Road → Lunga Lunga Road
Some vehicles may continue towards Donholm, Sinai or another eastern Nairobi destination.
The exact roads used depend on the operator and final terminus.
Industrial Area
Industrial Area contains factories, warehouses, garages, workshops, offices, training institutions and distribution centres.
Passengers should know:
- Company or institution name
- Main road
- Nearest junction
- Recognised landmark
- Whether a short walk is required
Asking only for Industrial Area may not identify the correct stage.
Likoni Road
Likoni Road provides an important connection into Industrial Area.
It links the wider Jogoo Road and eastern Nairobi network with Lunga Lunga Road, Enterprise Road and other industrial streets.
Passengers whose destination is near Likoni Road should ask whether they need to alight before the vehicle continues.
Lunga Lunga Road
Lunga Lunga Road is the principal destination corridor associated with Route 70.
It serves:
- Manufacturing facilities
- Warehouses
- Workshops
- Logistics businesses
- Offices
- Commercial premises
- Connections to neighbouring industrial roads
Heavy trucks and delivery vehicles can affect journey times.
Finding the Correct Workplace Stage
| Destination type | Information to provide |
|---|---|
| Factory | Company name and gate |
| Warehouse | Business name and nearest junction |
| Office | Building or industrial complex |
| School or college | Institution name |
| Internal road | Nearest Likoni or Lunga Lunga stage |
| Unfamiliar address | Map pin and recognised landmark |
Saving a map pin can help when a business is not widely known by conductors.
Route 70 and Related Industrial Area Services
Several routes serve similar parts of Industrial Area:
| Route | General service |
|---|---|
| Route 69/72 | Lusaka Road and Enterprise Road |
| Route 70 | Likoni Road and Lunga Lunga Road |
| Route 71/72 | Lunga Lunga Road and Donholm connections |
Passengers should choose according to the road closest to their workplace.
Useful Connections
Industrial Area: Enterprise Road, Kampala Road and internal industrial streets.
Likoni Road: Jogoo Road and Mombasa Road connections.
Lunga Lunga Road: Donholm, Sinai and neighbouring industrial destinations.
General Motors area: Mombasa Road services where available.
Return Journey to Nairobi
The return journey generally follows:
Lunga Lunga Road → Likoni Road → Industrial Area approach → Nairobi
Passengers should identify the correct Nairobi-bound side of the road and confirm whether the vehicle enters the CBD.
Services may be less frequent outside normal factory and office working hours.
Peak Commuter Periods
Route 70 demand is closely linked to Industrial Area working patterns:
- Early morning: Heavy movement towards Industrial Area.
- Evening: Increased demand towards Nairobi and residential areas.
- Factory shift changes: Additional busy periods during the day or at night.
- Weekends: Different service frequencies and passenger patterns.
Route 70 Travel Time
There is no fixed journey time.
Travel conditions depend on:
- Congestion entering Industrial Area
- Heavy commercial vehicles
- Traffic along Likoni Road
- Factory loading activity
- Lunga Lunga Road delays
- Roadworks, incidents and rainfall
Passengers reporting for a fixed shift should allow additional time.
Route 70 Matatu Fares
Fares depend on the boarding point, destination, time and passenger demand. Fares vary and can change at any time.
Confirm whether the fare covers the full journey to Lunga Lunga Road or only an earlier Industrial Area stage.
Route 70 Commuter Tips
- Identify the exact workplace before travelling.
- Confirm that Route 70 uses Likoni and Lunga Lunga roads.
- Ask for the nearest recognised junction.
- Plan the return stage in advance.
- Allow extra time for truck traffic.
- Keep personal belongings secure at crowded stages.
- Use designated crossing points on busy industrial roads.
Why Route 70 Is Important
Route 70 provides direct access to workplaces along Likoni and Lunga Lunga roads. Documenting the specific industrial roads it serves helps commuters choose a more convenient service instead of treating the entire Industrial Area as one destination.
