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

The cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Tanga is to bus which costs $14 - $40 and takes 13h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nairobi to Tanga is to fly which takes 4h 48m and costs $280 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Nairobi and Tanga?

No, there is no direct bus from Nairobi to Tanga. However, there are services departing from Nairobi and arriving at Tanga via Mombasa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 12m.

How far is it from Nairobi to Tanga?

The distance between Nairobi and Tanga is 497 km. The road distance is 590.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Nairobi to Tanga without a car is to train and bus which takes 11h 44m and costs $45 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Nairobi to Tanga, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nairobi to Tanga bus from?

Nairobi to Tanga bus services, operated by MASH, depart from Nairobi station.

Bus or fly from Nairobi to Tanga?

The best way to get from Nairobi to Tanga is to fly which takes 4h 48m and costs $280 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $14 - $40 and takes 13h 12m.

Where does the Nairobi to Tanga bus arrive?

Nairobi to Tanga bus services, operated by MASH, arrive at Mombasa station.

Can I drive from Nairobi to Tanga?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi to Tanga is 590 km. It takes approximately 7h 55m to drive from Nairobi to Tanga.

Where can I stay near Tanga?

There are 20+ hotels available in Tanga.

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There are 5 ways to get from Nairobi to Tanga by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Tanga Airport
best
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Tanga Airport (TGT)plane WIL - TGT
4h 48m
$280–686
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Mombasabus
2. Take the bus from Mombasa to Tangabus
13h 12m
$15–36
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Nairobi to Mombasatrain Express / ...
2. Take the bus from Mombasa to Tangabus
11h 44m
$45–146
Drive 590.4 km
1. Drive from Nairobi to Tangacar 590.4 km
7h 55m
$74–106
Fly to Mombasa, bus
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Mombasa (MBA)plane WIL - MBA
2. Take the bus from Mombasa to Tangabus
5h 53m
$145–669

Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Tanga Airport (TGT) flights

21Weekly Planes

6h 10mAverage Duration

$277Cheapest Price

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Distance: 496.5 km
Duration: 4h 48m

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

Safarilink, FlexFlight ApS, and two other airlines fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Tanga Airport (TGT) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nairobi to Tanga via Mombasa in around 13h 12m.

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