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 $45 - $60 and takes 17h 14m.

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 3h 28m and costs $280 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Arusha and Nairobi?

No, there is no direct bus from Arusha to Nairobi. However, there are services departing from Central Bus Terminal and arriving at Tanga via Ubungo and Dar es Salaam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 14m.

How far is it from Arusha to Nairobi?

The distance between Arusha and Nairobi is 369 km. The road distance is 440.2 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 17h 14m and costs $45 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m 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 BM Luxury Coach, depart from Central Bus Terminal station.

Bus or fly from Arusha to Nairobi?

The best way to get from Arusha to Nairobi is to fly which takes 3h 28m and costs $280 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $60 and takes 17h 14m.

Where does the Arusha to Nairobi bus arrive?

Arusha to Nairobi bus services, operated by BM Luxury Coach, arrive at Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Arusha to Nairobi?

Yes, the driving distance between Arusha to Nairobi is 440 km. It takes approximately 7h 40m to drive from Arusha to Nairobi.

Where can I stay near Nairobi?

There are 19+ hotels available in Nairobi.

Arusha to Nairobi - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Arusha to Nairobi by plane, bus, car, or taxi

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Arusha (ARK) to Tanga Airport (TGT)plane ARK - TGT
3h 28m
$284–508
Bus via Dar es Salaam
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arusha to Dar es Salaambus
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Tangabus
18h 28m
$30–63
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Bus Terminal to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Tangabus
17h 14m
$46–57
Drive 440.2 km
1. Drive from Arusha to Nairobicar 440.2 km
7h 40m
$55–79
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Arusha to Nairobitaxi 440.2 km
7h 40m
$140–180

Arusha (ARK) to Tanga Airport (TGT) flights

32Weekly Planes

4h 23mAverage Duration

$114Cheapest Price

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Distance: 369.5 km
Duration: 3h 28m

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

Air Tanzania, FlexFlight ApS, and five other airlines fly from Arusha (ARK) to Tanga Airport (TGT) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Central Bus Terminal to Nairobi via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, Ubungo, Dar es Salaam, and Tanga in around 17h 14m.

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