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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Nairobi to Arua

Cheapest
15 h 15 min
Car
1033 km.
from $56
Other
21 h 8 min
812 km.
from $36.96
22 h 38 min
812 km.
from $47.43

Transport providers

Bus operators

Modern Coast

Phone:
+254 709 897 000
Email:
Website:
modern.co.ke/
Bus from Nairobi to Kampala
Ave. Duration:
11h 17m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$0.70–$52.14

Buscar E.A Limited

Phone:
0790 700700
Email:
Website:
bus-car.co.ke/?fbclid=IwAR0ue-tmedLmaiQ3pC7R6TuzahIO7p698XH5v32MsQRE75qD18nAkNRKeR4#/
Bus from Nairobi to Kampala
Ave. Duration:
13h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$26.68–$44.69
Bus from Nairobi to Busia
Ave. Duration:
9h 9m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.79–$40.54
Bus from Busia to Kampala
Ave. Duration:
4h 21m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.00

KK Traveller

Phone:
+256 718204665
Email:
Website:
kkcoaches.com/index.html
Bus from Kampala to Arua
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.96

Airlines

Eagle Air Uganda

Website:
eagleair-ug.com/
Plane from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Arua
Ave. Duration:
26h 20m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$48.27–$355.70
Plane from Nairobi to Arua
Ave. Duration:
9h 27m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$228.67–$825.74

Questions and Answers

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 $9.78 - $54.35 and takes 21h 8m.

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 10h 37m and costs $228.26 - $402.17 .

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 21h 8m.

How far is it from Nairobi to Arua?

The distance between Nairobi and Arua is 1153 km. The road distance is 1033.1 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 which takes 21h 8m and costs $9.78 - $54.35 .

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

It takes approximately 21h 8m 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 Buscar E.A Limited, depart from Nairobi station.

Bus or fly from Nairobi to Arua?

The best way to get from Nairobi to Arua is to bus which takes 21h 8m and costs $9.78 - $54.35 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $54.35 - $326.09 and takes 19h 30m.

Where does the Nairobi to Arua bus arrive?

Nairobi to Arua bus services, operated by Buscar E.A Limited, arrive at Kampala station.

Can I drive from Nairobi to Arua?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi to Arua is 1033 km. It takes approximately 15h 32m to drive from Nairobi to Arua.

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

FlexFlight ApS, Uganda Airlines, World Ticket and three other airlines offer flights from Nairobi Wilson Airport Airport to Arua Airport.

Where can I stay near Arua?

There are nine+ hotels available in Arua. Prices start at $39.30 per night.
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