1.It has fixed schedules hence cannot suit most Kenyans who prefer a flexible means of transport
2.railway transport is limited to few areas in Kenya where the railway line has been constructed thus unsuitable for rural areas
3.railway transport cannot offer door to door services as its terminals are few and only located
4.it is unsuitable for short distances
5.it also requires a large capital investment to put it up
Erwoti answered the question on August 7, 2019 at 10:58
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