Kenya Railways Starts Increasing Train Services Ahead of Festive Season
However, the corporation did not state for how long the midweek train services would last.
Marvin Chege 
Kenya Railways has announced the return of midweek train services to Kisumu and Nanyuki with weeks to go until the start of the festive season.
In a notice on Friday, November 24, the railway firm revealed that the train will depart from Nairobi to Kisumu on Wednesdays at 6.30 pm in addition to the usual Friday schedule.
For the return trip, those wishing to travel to Nairobi from Kisumu can catch the train leaving on Thursdays at 6.30 pm in addition to the usual Sunday schedule.
The Kenya Railways main station in Nairobi. /KENYA RAILWAYS
As per the current price schedule, an economy ticket will set you back Ksh600 while a first-class ticket goes for Ksh2,000.
At the same time, those travelling to Nanyuki from Nairobi can catch their train which departs the capital's Railway Station at 9.00 am on Tuesday and Friday.
Those travelling back to Nairobi from Nanyuki will catch the train from Nanyuki in Laikipia County at 9.00 am on Wednesday and Sunday.
First-class tickets for the route cost Ksh1,000, while economy-class seats go for Ksh200.
Kenya Railways attributed the increase in train services to the upcoming festive season which witnesses peak travel activity as Kenyans proceed to other parts of the country for holiday and to visit their families back home for Christmas and the New Year.
"Exciting news! Embark on a special journey this festive season aboard the Kisumu and Nanyuki Midweek Train service.
"Explore Kenya's breathtaking nature as the trains traverse through the scenic plains. Travel safe with us," stated Kenya Railways.
However, the corporation did not state for how long the midweek train services would last.
In December 2022, Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen ordered for more trains to be added to the route as buses, the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) line and local airlines had their trips fully booked.
"We will also be working to restore passenger trains along the old Metre Gauge Railway routes. Further, we will be increasing the number of wagons and coaches, which, together with the old wagons and coaches that are currently being revamped at our Nairobi workshops," the CS revealed.
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