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

The cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Lushoto is to drive which costs $60 - $95 and takes 7h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nairobi to Lushoto is to fly and taxi which takes 5h 54m and costs $440 - $650.

How far is it from Nairobi to Lushoto?

The distance between Nairobi and Lushoto is 517 km. The road distance is 513.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Nairobi to Lushoto without a car is to train and bus and taxi which takes 14h 17m and costs $95 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Nairobi to Lushoto, including transfers.

Can I drive from Nairobi to Lushoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi to Lushoto is 513 km. It takes approximately 7h 58m to drive from Nairobi to Lushoto.

Where can I stay near Lushoto?

There are 30+ hotels available in Lushoto.

Nairobi to Lushoto - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Nairobi to Lushoto by plane, taxi, train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Nairobi Wilson Airport to Kilimanjaro International Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)plane WIL - JRO
2. Take the taxi from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to Lushototaxi
5h 54m
$443–649
Drive 513.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nairobi to Lushotocar 513.3 km
7h 58m
$64–93
Train, bus, taxi
1. Take the train from Nairobi to Mombasatrain
2. Take the bus from Mombasa to Tangabus
3. Take the taxi from Tanga to Lushototaxi
14h 17m
$95–211
Fly Nairobi Wilson Airport to Amboseli Airport, drive
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Amboseli Airport (ASV)plane WIL - ASV
2. Drive from Amboseli Airport (ASV) to Lushotocar
6h 42m
$244–318
Fly Nairobi to Kilimanjaro International Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)plane NBO - JRO
2. Take the taxi from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to Lushototaxi
7h 33m
$231–381
Fly Nairobi Wilson Airport to Ukunda, drive
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Ukunda (UKA)plane WIL - UKA
2. Drive from Ukunda (UKA) to Lushotocar
7h 4m
$162–262
Fly Nairobi Wilson Airport to Mombasa, drive
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Mombasa (MBA)plane WIL - MBA
2. Drive from Mombasa (MBA) to Lushotocar
7h 35m
$193–741
Fly Nairobi to Ukunda, drive
1. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Ukunda (UKA)plane NBO - UKA
2. Drive from Ukunda (UKA) to Lushotocar
8h 53m
$118–261
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Mombasabus
2. Take the bus from Mombasa to Tangabus
3. Take the taxi from Tanga to Lushototaxi
15h 45m
$65–101

Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) flights

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55 minAverage Duration

$265Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Nairobi to Lushoto.

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Distance: 516.7 km
Duration: 5h 54m

What companies run services between Nairobi, Kenya and Lushoto, Tanga, Tanzania?

There is no direct connection from Nairobi to Lushoto. However, you can fly to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) then take the taxi to Lushoto. Alternatively, you can take the train to Nairobi Terminus, take the train to Mombasa, take the taxi to Mombasa, take the bus to Tanga, then take the taxi to Lushoto.

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