Madaraka Express (SGR)
Pay for Madaraka Express (Standard Gauge Railway) tickets between Nairobi and Mombasa.
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Pay via M-Pesa 220 220
- Open M-Pesa — dial *334# or open the M-Pesa app.
- Select Lipa na M-Pesa, then Pay Bill.
- Enter Business Number: 220 220
- Enter Account (Reference Number): Your SGR booking reference / ID number.
- Enter the amount — in KES.
- Enter your M-Pesa PIN and confirm. You'll get an SMS confirmation.
Account format
Reference Number: Your SGR booking reference / ID number.
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M-Pesa fees for SGR
| Amount | M-Pesa fee | Total cost | % fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| KES 50 | Free | KES 50 | — |
| KES 200 | KES 5 | KES 205 | 2.50% |
| KES 1,000 | KES 10 | KES 1,010 | 1.00% |
| KES 5,000 | KES 34 | KES 5,034 | 0.68% |
| KES 20,000 | KES 62 | KES 20,062 | 0.31% |
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Frequently asked about SGR
What is SGR's paybill number?
SGR's M-Pesa paybill is 220220. Pay for Madaraka Express (Standard Gauge Railway) tickets between Nairobi and Mombasa.
How do I pay SGR via M-Pesa?
Open M-Pesa, select Lipa na M-Pesa, then Pay Bill. Enter business number 220220, then your account (Your SGR booking reference / ID number.), then the amount, then confirm with your M-Pesa PIN.
What account number do I use for SGR?
Your SGR booking reference / ID number.
Can I pay SGR from abroad?
Yes — diaspora users typically send via remittance services like Wise, Sendwave, Lemfi, or WorldRemit, which deposit directly to SGR's paybill 220 220. Compare fees on our diaspora hub before sending.
What are the M-Pesa fees for paying SGR?
M-Pesa charges a transaction fee based on the amount sent. Use our M-Pesa fees calculator to see the exact 2026 cost for any amount.
What if I pay the wrong amount or use the wrong paybill?
Contact SGR support immediately with your M-Pesa transaction code. If you sent to the wrong paybill entirely, contact Safaricom on 100 (free from a Safaricom line) within 7 days to request a reversal — though success isn't guaranteed.
How do I confirm my payment to SGR went through?
M-Pesa sends a free SMS confirmation with a transaction code (e.g., ABC12DEF345). Save this code — it's your proof of payment. SGR should also confirm receipt via their channels.
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