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

The cheapest way to get from Arusha to Tanga is to train and bus which costs $29 - $45 and takes 25h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arusha to Tanga is to fly which takes 2h 50m and costs $270 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Arusha and Tanga?

No, there is no direct bus from Arusha to Tanga. 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 16h 33m.

How far is it from Arusha to Tanga?

The distance between Arusha and Tanga is 348 km. The road distance is 436.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Arusha to Tanga without a car is to bus which takes 16h 33m and costs $35 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Arusha to Tanga, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arusha to Tanga bus from?

Arusha to Tanga bus services, operated by BM Luxury Coach, depart from Central Bus Terminal station.

Bus or fly from Arusha to Tanga?

The best way to get from Arusha to Tanga is to fly which takes 2h 50m and costs $270 - $500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $45 and takes 16h 33m.

Where does the Arusha to Tanga bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Arusha to Tanga?

Yes, the driving distance between Arusha to Tanga is 436 km. It takes approximately 6h 59m to drive from Arusha to Tanga.

Where can I stay near Tanga?

There are 19+ hotels available in Tanga.

Arusha to Tanga - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Arusha to Tanga by plane, bus, train, car, or taxi

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Arusha (ARK) to Tanga Airport (TGT)plane ARK - TGT
2h 50m
$277–500
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
17h 46m
$20–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Bus Terminal to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Tangabus
16h 33m
$36–45
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Arusha to Dar es Salaamtrain
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Tangabus
25h 1m
$29–44
Drive 436.4 km
1. Drive from Arusha to Tangacar 436.4 km
6h 59m
$55–79
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Arusha to Tangataxi 436.4 km
6h 59m
$140–180

Arusha (ARK) to Tanga Airport (TGT) flights

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Distance: 348 km
Duration: 2h 50m

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

Air Tanzania, FlexFlight ApS, and three other airlines fly from Arusha (ARK) to Tanga Airport (TGT) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Central Bus Terminal to Tanga via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, Ubungo, and Dar es Salaam in around 16h 33m.

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