Kenya Railways has completed the Mombasa Commuter Rail Service, an upgrade that introduces a new ocean bridge, modern stations, and a refurbished track network to ease daily travel for thousands of residents.
The development includes a 2.3-kilometre bridge across Makupa Creek, passenger stations in Mombasa town and Miritini, and the restoration of 16.6 kilometres of metre-gauge railway.
Officials added that two further stops are lined up for Changamwe West and Changamwe East.
During a tour of the completed works, Transport Principal Secretary Mohamed Daghar confirmed that the system is now ready to open.
“I am pleased to inform you that the project is now complete and ready for operations. Our goal is to reduce commuting time, ease road congestion, cut carbon emissions, and provide safe, reliable, and affordable transport for all,” Daghar said.
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Kenya Railways has already carried out trial rides to confirm safety and reliability.
The commuter line is also tied into the Madaraka Express Passenger Service, giving passengers a smoother transfer between the long-distance trains and local connections.
The service will feature “Park and Ride” and “Drop and Ride” facilities with capacity for more than 100 vehicles.
The corporation expects to move over 1,000 commuters each day once trains begin operating.
Board chairman Abdi Bare explained that the Link train will run in step with the Madaraka Express schedule.
“Every time the Madaraka Express arrives, the Link train will be on standby to provide last-mile transport into Mombasa town. Likewise, the Link train will transport passengers from Mombasa to the Miritini station to board the Express,” Bare said.
Kenya Railways has positioned the new commuter rail as part of its wider effort to cut congestion, lower emissions, and make urban transport more dependable in one of Kenya’s busiest cities.
