What is the cheapest way to get from Arusha to Nairobi?

The cheapest way to get from Arusha to Nairobi is to bus which costs $6 and takes 4h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arusha to Nairobi?

The fastest way to get from Arusha to Nairobi is to fly which takes 1h 12m and costs $240 - $310.

Is there a direct bus between Arusha and Nairobi?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Arusha and arriving at Nairobi. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Arusha to Nairobi?

The distance between Arusha and Nairobi is 237 km. The road distance is 271 km.

How do I travel from Arusha to Nairobi without a car?

The best way to get from Arusha to Nairobi without a car is to bus which takes 4h 59m and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Arusha to Nairobi?

It takes approximately 1h 12m to get from Arusha to Nairobi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arusha to Nairobi bus from?

Arusha to Nairobi bus services, operated by Kidia One Express, depart from Arusha station.

Bus or fly from Arusha to Nairobi?

The best way to get from Arusha to Nairobi is to fly which takes 1h 12m and costs $240 - $310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the Arusha to Nairobi bus arrive?

Arusha to Nairobi bus services, operated by Kidia One Express, arrive at Nairobi station.

Can I drive from Arusha to Nairobi?

Yes, the driving distance between Arusha to Nairobi is 271 km. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Arusha to Nairobi.

Where can I stay near Nairobi?

There are 11427+ hotels available in Nairobi.

Arusha to Nairobi - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and shuttle

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Fly Arusha to Nairobi Wilson Airport
best
1. Fly from Arusha (ARK) to Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)plane ARK - WIL
1h 12m
$244–305
Shuttle
cheapest
1. Take a shuttle bus from Arusha to Nairobishuttle
5h
$1–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arusha to Nairobibus
4h 59m
$6
Drive 271 km
1. Drive from Arusha to Nairobicar 271 km
3h 51m
$34–49
Fly Kilimanjaro International Airport to Nairobi
1. Fly from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to Nairobi (NBO)plane JRO - NBO
2h 14m
$149–271
Fly Kilimanjaro International Airport to Nairobi Wilson Airport
1. Fly from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)plane JRO - WIL
1h 31m
$418–560

Arusha (ARK) to Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) flights

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Distance: 237.1 km
Duration: 1h 12m

What companies run services between Arusha, Tanzania and Nairobi, Kenya?

Safarilink, FlexFlight ApS, and World Ticket fly from Arusha (ARK) to Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Kidia One Express operates a bus from Arusha to Nairobi twice daily. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 4h 59m.

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