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

The cheapest way to get from Kigamboni to Arusha is to train which costs $15 - $28 and takes 18h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kigamboni to Arusha is to fly which takes 1h 31m and costs $100 - $270.

Is there a direct train between Kigamboni and Arusha?

No, there is no direct train from Kigamboni to Arusha. However, there are services departing from Dar es Salaam and arriving at Arusha via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 45m.

How far is it from Kigamboni to Arusha?

The distance between Kigamboni and Arusha is 511 km. The road distance is 640.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kigamboni to Arusha without a car is to Water Taxi and bus which takes 11h 7m and costs $18 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Kigamboni to Arusha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kigamboni to Arusha train from?

Kigamboni to Arusha train services, operated by Tanzania Railways Corporation, depart from Dar es Salaam station.

Train or fly from Kigamboni to Arusha?

The best way to get from Kigamboni to Arusha is to fly which takes 1h 31m and costs $100 - $270. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $15 - $28 and takes 18h 45m.

Where does the Kigamboni to Arusha train arrive?

Kigamboni to Arusha train services, operated by Tanzania Railways Corporation, arrive at Arusha station.

Can I drive from Kigamboni to Arusha?

Yes, the driving distance between Kigamboni to Arusha is 640 km. It takes approximately 9h 57m to drive from Kigamboni to Arusha.

Where can I stay near Arusha?

There are 587+ hotels available in Arusha.

Kigamboni to Arusha - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, Water Taxi, and bus

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

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Fly to Arusha
best
1. Fly from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Arusha (ARK)plane DAR - ARK
1h 31m
$100–269
Water Taxi, bus via Urafiki
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Kigamboni to Magogoniferry
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Arushabus
12h 16m
$12–96
Water Taxi, bus
1. Take the ferry from Kigamboni to Magogoniferry
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Central Bus Terminalbus
11h 7m
$18–84
Train
1. Take the train from Dar es Salaam to Arushatrain
18h 45m
$16–27
Drive 640.4 km
1. Drive from Kigamboni to Arushacar 640.4 km
9h 57m
$80–115
Fly to Kilimanjaro International Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)plane DAR - JRO
2. Take the taxi from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to Arushataxi
2h 22m
$114–275

Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Arusha (ARK) flights

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1h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 510.5 km
Duration: 1h 31m

What companies run services between Kigamboni, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania and Arusha, Tanzania?

Precision Air, Flightlink, and three other airlines fly from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Arusha (ARK) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Tanzania Railways Corporation operates a train from Dar es Salaam to Arusha twice a week. Tickets cost $8–17 and the journey takes 18h 30m.

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