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Mombasa City residents are set to enjoy faster, cheaper, and more reliable transport following the commissioning of the Mombasa Commuter Rail Service Train by President William Samoei Ruto, who was accompanied by Deputy President Prof. Kithure Kindiki, in Jomvu, Mombasa County.
The new commuter train, with a daily capacity to ferry up to 5,000 passengers, is expected to ease the burden of urban mobility by reducing travel costs and decongesting the coastal city’s roads.
Currently, commuters in Mombasa spend as much as Ksh 1,000 on taxis or Ksh 400 on matatus for similar routes. With the launch of the commuter service, passengers will now pay only Ksh 50 a move hailed as a major relief for workers, traders, and students who commute daily across the city.
President Ruto said the project reflects the government’s commitment to modernizing urban transport while improving livelihoods. “This service is not just about easing movement; it is about putting money back in the pockets of Kenyans by making transport more affordable and efficient,” he said.
Deputy President Kindiki echoed the President’s remarks, noting that the government will continue investing in transformative infrastructure projects to support economic growth and ease the cost of living.
The commissioning of the Mombasa Railway Station and the commuter service marks a significant milestone in Kenya’s broader plan to expand urban railway networks across major cities, complementing existing road transport systems while reducing congestion and emissions.
The government is optimistic that the Mombasa Commuter Rail will not only transform daily travel but also stimulate economic growth by enabling faster access to markets, jobs, and services within the city.
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