ENA Coach has announced an upward change to its fare structure on important routes, citing increased operational expenses as a result of the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority’s (EPRA) recent fuel price changes.
Revised Fare Structure by Route
The revised fares take effect immediately and affect several major intercity and upcountry routes.
Passengers travelling from Nairobi to upcountry via Narok will now pay Ksh 1,700, while those using the Nairobi–upcountry via Nakuru route will pay Ksh 1,800.
The Nairobi–Mombasa route has been adjusted to Ksh 2,000.
On regional routes, Kisii–Kisumu passengers will now pay Ksh 700, while the Mombasa–upcountry and upcountry–Mombasa routes have been set at Ksh 3,000.
In its statement, ENA Coach noted that the fare review followed a careful operational assessment in response to rising input costs, with fuel identified as the most significant cost driver in long-distance transport operations.
The company emphasized that while the adjustments were made with consideration for customers, they were unavoidable in order to maintain service delivery standards in a challenging economic environment.
The development comes shortly after EPRA announced a fresh fuel price review, which saw the maximum retail price of Super Petrol increase by Ksh 28.69 per litre, while Diesel rose more sharply by Ksh 40.30 per litre. The price of Kerosene remained unchanged, offering limited relief to households that rely on it for cooking and lighting.
The regulator attributed the changes to continued volatility in global oil markets, exchange rate pressures, and the cost of importing refined petroleum products. These external factors, EPRA noted, continue to exert pressure on domestic fuel pricing, despite periodic government interventions aimed at cushioning consumers.
Fuel Costs Push Transport Sector into Adjustments
ENA Coach’s fare increase reflects the overall impact of increased fuel costs on Kenya’s transportation industry. Diesel, a critical component in long-distance passenger and cargo transportation, has seen one of the highest hikes, thus increasing operational costs for bus operators.
ENA Coach stated that, despite challenges, it is committed to providing safe, efficient, and dependable services. The company explained that its operational decisions are influenced by the need to strike a balance between client affordability and operational sustainability.
Wider Economic Impact
The continued rise in fuel prices is projected to have an impact on the overall economy, notably on transport costs, commodities prices, and household budgets. Higher fares may raise the cost of products and services, particularly in urban areas where transportation plays an important role on a day-to-day basis.
The issue highlights Kenya’s vulnerability to global energy market changes, given its reliance on imported petroleum supplies.
For now, passengers across ENA Coach routes will have to adjust to the new fares as fuel price dynamics continue to reshape transport costs nationwide.
