Book a Taxi in Nairobi — Rides in Minutes with ICABS
ICABS is a ride-hailing app for booking licensed taxis across Nairobi with upfront fares, real-time tracking and M-Pesa payment — available 24/7 for city rides and JKIA & Wilson airport transfers.
Licensed drivers · Upfront fares · Pay with M-Pesa
How to book a ride with ICABS
Book a taxi online in four steps — from your phone, day or night.
- 1
Enter your destination
Open the ICABS app and set your pickup and drop-off.
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See your upfront fare
Review the exact price before you confirm — no haggling, no surprises.
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Get matched with a driver
A nearby licensed driver accepts and heads to your pickup.
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Track, ride & pay
Follow the car in real time and pay cashless with M-Pesa, card or wallet.
Taxi fares in Nairobi
ICABS taxis are metered: a standard car starts at about KES 180 base + KES 45/km + KES 5/min (minimum KES 250), and you always see the exact upfront fare before you confirm. The estimates below give a rough idea for common trips in normal traffic.
| Trip | Indicative fare (KES) | Typical time |
|---|---|---|
| Within CBD | KES 270–320 | ~10 min |
| CBD → Westlands | KES 430–505 | ~20 min |
| Karen → CBD | KES 1,030–1,190 | ~40 min |
| JKIA → CBD | KES 1,010–1,165 | ~35 min |
| JKIA → Westlands | KES 1,210–1,395 | ~45 min |
Indicative ranges only. Fares vary with distance, time of day and demand — ICABS always shows your exact price before you confirm. See our Nairobi taxi fare guide.
Where ICABS rides are available
Book a ride across Nairobi CBD and surrounding estates, plus airport transfers and select towns in Kenya.
Dedicated area and route pages are rolling out — including JKIA airport taxi.
Why choose ICABS
Licensed, vetted drivers
Every ICABS driver is verified before they can accept rides.
Upfront, cashless fares
Know your price before you book. Pay with M-Pesa, card or wallet.
Real-time tracking & SOS
Live GPS tracking, trip sharing and an in-app emergency button.
24/7 airport transfers
Reliable JKIA and Wilson Airport pickups any hour of the day.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a taxi in Nairobi?
A standard car is metered at about KES 180 base + KES 45/km (minimum KES 250), so a short city trip is typically KES 270–500 and a JKIA airport transfer around KES 1,000–1,400. ICABS shows the exact upfront fare before you confirm — pay with M-Pesa, card or wallet.
How do I book a taxi in Nairobi with ICABS?
Download the ICABS app, enter your destination, review the upfront fare, and confirm. You are matched with a nearby licensed driver and can track the car in real time until pickup. Payment is cashless via M-Pesa, card or wallet.
Can I pay for my ride with M-Pesa?
Yes. ICABS is fully cashless — pay for any ride with M-Pesa, a debit/credit card, or your topped-up ICABS wallet. No need to carry cash or negotiate the fare.
Does ICABS offer airport taxis to and from JKIA?
Yes. ICABS runs 24/7 airport transfers to and from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) and Wilson Airport, with upfront fares and real-time driver tracking so you can plan your arrival or departure with confidence.
Is ICABS available 24 hours a day?
Yes. ICABS operates day and night across Nairobi, so you can book a ride at any hour — early-morning airport runs, late-night trips home, or anything in between.
Is it safe to use ICABS at night?
ICABS rides use vetted, licensed drivers and include safety features such as live GPS tracking, trip sharing with a trusted contact, and an in-app SOS/emergency button, so you and your family can travel with peace of mind.
Which areas of Nairobi does ICABS cover?
ICABS covers Nairobi CBD and surrounding estates including Westlands, Kilimani, Karen, Lavington, Kileleshwa, Runda, Parklands, Kasarani and along Thika Road, plus airport transfers and select towns across Kenya.
Ready to ride?
Download ICABS and book your first taxi in minutes — upfront fares, real-time tracking and M-Pesa payment.