What is the cheapest way to get from Lusaka to Arua?

The cheapest way to get from Lusaka to Arua is to bus which costs $113 and takes 2 days 15h.

What is the fastest way to get from Lusaka to Arua?

The fastest way to get from Lusaka to Arua is to fly and bus which takes 11h 51m and costs $280 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Lusaka and Arua?

No, there is no direct bus from Lusaka to Arua. However, there are services departing from Intercity Bus Terminus and arriving at Arua via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal and Kampala. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 15h.

How far is it from Lusaka to Arua?

The distance between Lusaka and Arua is 2087 km. The road distance is 2800.1 km.

How do I travel from Lusaka to Arua without a car?

The best way to get from Lusaka to Arua without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 15h and costs $113.

How long does it take to get from Lusaka to Arua?

It takes approximately 14h 33m to get from Lusaka to Arua, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lusaka to Arua bus from?

Lusaka to Arua bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, depart from Intercity Bus Terminus station.

Bus or fly from Lusaka to Arua?

The best way to get from Lusaka to Arua is to fly which takes 14h 33m and costs $300 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $113 and takes 2 days 15h.

Where does the Lusaka to Arua bus arrive?

Lusaka to Arua bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, arrive at Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Lusaka and Arua?

Arua is 1h ahead of Lusaka. It is currently 10:56 PM in Lusaka and 11:56 PM in Arua.

Can I drive from Lusaka to Arua?

Yes, the driving distance between Lusaka to Arua is 2800 km. It takes approximately 2 days 0h to drive from Lusaka to Arua.

Where can I stay near Arua?

There are nine+ hotels available in Arua.

Lusaka to Arua - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Lusaka to Arua by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly to Arua
best
1. Fly from Lusaka (LUN) to Arua (RUA)plane LUN - RUA
14h 33m
$304–741
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Kampalabus
3. Take the bus from Kampala to Aruabus
2d 15h
$113
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lusaka to Serenjebus
2. Take the train from Serenje to Dar es salaamtrain
3. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Kampalabus
4. Take the bus from Kampala to Aruabus
3d 10h
Drive 2,800.1 km
1. Drive from Lusaka to Aruacar 2,800.1 km
2d
$419–605
Fly to Entebbe, bus
1. Fly from Lusaka (LUN) to Entebbe (EBB)plane LUN - EBB
2. Take the bus from Kampala to Aruabus
11h 51m
$285–507
Bus via Dar es Salaam
1. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Kampalabus
3. Take the bus from Kampala to Aruabus
2d 19h
$123–153

Lusaka (LUN) to Arua (RUA) flights

13Weekly Planes

17h 18mAverage Duration

$274Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,087.2 km
Duration: 14h 33m

What companies run services between Lusaka, Zambia and Arua, Uganda?

Uganda Airlines, Eagle Air Uganda, and six other airlines fly from Lusaka (LUN) to Arua (RUA) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Arua via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, Kampala, and Kampala in around 2d 15h.

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