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

The cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Arua is to bus which costs $30 - $45 and takes 21h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nairobi to Arua is to fly which takes 11h 17m and costs $260 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Nairobi and Arua?

No, there is no direct bus from Nairobi to Arua. However, there are services departing from Nairobi and arriving at Arua via Kampala. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 23m.

How far is it from Nairobi to Arua?

The distance between Nairobi and Arua is 1084 km. The road distance is 1030.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Nairobi to Arua without a car is to bus via Kampala which takes 19h 23m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 19h 23m to get from Nairobi to Arua, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nairobi to Arua bus from?

Nairobi to Arua bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, depart from Nairobi station.

Bus or fly from Nairobi to Arua?

The best way to get from Nairobi to Arua is to bus via Kampala which takes 19h 23m and costs . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $60 - $330 and takes 19h 23m.

Where does the Nairobi to Arua bus arrive?

Nairobi to Arua bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, arrive at Kampala station.

Can I drive from Nairobi to Arua?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi to Arua is 1030 km. It takes approximately 15h to drive from Nairobi to Arua.

Where can I stay near Arua?

There are nine+ hotels available in Arua.

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

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

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Bus via Kampala
best
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kampalabus
2. Take the bus from Kampala to Aruabus
19h 23m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kampalabus
2. Take the bus from Kampala to Aruabus
21h 7m
$33–41
Drive 1,030.1 km
1. Drive from Nairobi to Aruacar 1,030.1 km
15h
$154–223
Fly Nairobi Wilson Airport to Arua
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Arua (RUA)plane WIL - RUA
19h 23m
$62–321
Fly Nairobi Wilson Airport to Entebbe, bus
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Entebbe (EBB)plane WIL - EBB
2. Take the bus from Kampala to Aruabus
12h 12m
$343–481
Fly Nairobi to Arua
1. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Arua (RUA)plane NBO - RUA
11h 17m
$264–705

Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Arua (RUA) flights

10Weekly Planes

23h 34mAverage Duration

$58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,084.3 km
Duration: 19h 23m

What companies run services between Nairobi, Kenya and Arua, Uganda?

You can take a bus from Nairobi to Arua via Kampala and Kampala in around 19h 23m. Alternatively, Safarilink, Eagle Air Uganda, and five other airlines fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Arua (RUA) once daily.

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