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Nairobi to Arusha

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Nairobi, Kenya → Arusha, Tanzania

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Nairobi to Arusha

Composite routes from Nairobi to Arusha

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Transport providers

Airlines

World Ticket

Website:
worldticket.com/
Plane from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Arusha
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$184.78–$326.09
Plane from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Kilimanjaro
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$228.26–$467.39

FlexFlight ApS

Website:
flexflight.dk/
Plane from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Kilimanjaro
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$282.61

Safarilink

Website:
flysafarilink.com/
Plane from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Kilimanjaro
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$282.61

AirKenya Express

Website:
airkenya.com/
Plane from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Kilimanjaro
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$228.26–$467.39

Flightlink

Website:
flightlink.co.tz/
Plane from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Arusha
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$59.78–$130.43

Bus operators

Kidia One Express

Phone:
0729 553637
Website:
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Bus from Nairobi to Arusha
Ave. Duration:
4h 23m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$7.61–$8.70

Marangu Luxury Shuttles

Phone:
+254 203 555 780
Website:
marangushuttles.com/
Bus from Nairobi to Arusha
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$24.58

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Nairobi (Station) to Arusha?

The cheapest way to get from Nairobi (Station) to Arusha is to bus which costs $7.61 - $8.70 and takes 4h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nairobi (Station) to Arusha?

The fastest way to get from Nairobi (Station) to Arusha is to fly which takes 1h 18m and costs $76.09 - $152.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Nairobi (Station) and Arusha?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nairobi and arriving at Arusha. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Nairobi (Station) to Arusha?

The distance between Nairobi (Station) and Arusha is 242 km. The road distance is 271.2 km.

How do I travel from Nairobi (Station) to Arusha without a car?

The best way to get from Nairobi (Station) to Arusha without a car is to bus which takes 4h 42m and costs $7.61 - $8.70 .

How long does it take to get from Nairobi (Station) to Arusha?

It takes approximately 1h 18m to get from Nairobi (Station) to Arusha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nairobi (Station) to Arusha bus from?

Nairobi (Station) to Arusha bus services, operated by Kidia One Express, depart from Nairobi station.

Bus or fly from Nairobi (Station) to Arusha?

The best way to get from Nairobi (Station) to Arusha is to fly which takes 1h 18m and costs $76.09 - $152.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7.61 - $8.70 and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the Nairobi (Station) to Arusha bus arrive?

Nairobi (Station) to Arusha bus services, operated by Kidia One Express, arrive at Arusha station.

Can I drive from Nairobi (Station) to Arusha?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi (Station) to Arusha is 271 km. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Nairobi (Station) to Arusha.

Which airlines fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport Airport to Arusha Airport?

Flightlink, World Ticket, Regional Air Services and AirKenya Express offer flights from Nairobi Wilson Airport Airport to Arusha Airport.

Where can I stay near Arusha?

There are 444+ hotels available in Arusha. Prices start at $34.39 per night.
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