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About the Department

Transport Services manages the university's vehicle fleet, inter-campus shuttle services and transport bookings. The department ensures safe, reliable and efficient movement of students, staff and goods between KU campuses and for official university functions.

Services include scheduled shuttles between Main Campus and satellite campuses, transport for academic trips and sports events, and vehicle hire for official functions. The department also oversees fleet maintenance, driver management and compliance with road safety regulations.

All transport activities comply with the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) regulations and the university's own transport policy, prioritising safety, cost-effectiveness and environmental responsibility.

Our Services

Inter-Campus Shuttles

Scheduled daily shuttle services linking the Main Campus with satellite campuses.

Transport Bookings

Vehicle booking services for academic trips, fieldwork and official functions.

Fleet Maintenance

Servicing, repair and lifecycle management of the university vehicle fleet.

Driver Management

Professional drivers, scheduling and road safety compliance.

Sports & Events Transport

Dedicated transport for sports teams, student clubs and university events.

Logistics Support

Movement of goods, equipment and supplies across university campuses.

Road Safety Compliance

Ensuring all vehicles and drivers comply with NTSA regulations, university transport policy and road safety standards.

Official Vehicles

Buses, vans and official cars for university business, research activities and institutional events.

Shuttle Routes

Transport Services operates scheduled shuttles between KU's campuses and key points in Nairobi. Contact the transport office for current timetables and fares.

Main Campus ↔ CBD

Regular shuttle service between KU Main Campus and Nairobi CBD via Thika Road.

Main Campus ↔ Ruiru

Connecting the Main Campus with the Ruiru Campus for students and staff.

Main Campus ↔ Parklands

Shuttle service linking Main Campus to the Parklands (Law) Campus.

Special Hire / Events

Dedicated transport for graduations, sports events, field trips and official functions.

Vehicle Booking Process

1
Submit Request

Complete a vehicle booking form from the transport office or admin

2
HOD Approval

Get approval from your Head of Department or budget holder

3
Transport Allocation

Transport Services allocates an appropriate vehicle and driver

4
Confirmation

Receive confirmation with vehicle and driver details before travel

Contact Us

Get in Touch

Phone:
+254 709 722 000

Email:
transport@ku.ac.ke

Postal Address

Transport Services
³Ô¹ÏÍ·Ìõ, Main Campus, Kahawa
P.O. Box 43844 – 00100 GPO
Nairobi, Kenya