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Six ways to Travel from Arusha to Kigoma

Composite routes from Arusha to Kigoma

Cheapest
19 h 41 min
Car
1250 km.
from $68
Other
19 h 41 min
Rideshare
1250 km.
from $16.30
2 d 22 h 50 min
800 km.
from $40.91
30 h
800 km.
from $62.09
7 h 14 min
Taxi, Plane
800 km.
from $309.63
30 h 47 min
800 km.
from $54.76

Transport providers

Airlines

Air Tanzania

Website:
airtanzania.co.tz/
Plane from Arusha to Kigoma
Ave. Duration:
15h 37m
Frequency:
Wednesday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$229.29–$585.98
Plane from Kilimanjaro International Airport to Kigoma
Ave. Duration:
9h 20m
Frequency:
Wednesday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$191.08–$484.07

Bus operators

Kidia One Express

Phone:
0729 553637
Email:
Website:
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Bus from Arusha to Dar
Ave. Duration:
9h 37m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.38–$38.22

BM Luxury Coach

Phone:
+255 765 486868
Website:
bmcoach.co.tz/
Bus from Central Bus Terminal to Ubungo
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$22.06

Saratoga

Website:
saratoga.co.tz/
Bus from Dar es Salaam to Kigoma
Ave. Duration:
20h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$26.47

Train operators

Tanzania Railways Corporation

Phone:
+255 800 11 0042
Email:
Website:
trc.co.tz
Train from Arusha to Dar
Ave. Duration:
18h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$8.25–$19.59
Train from Dar es Salaam to Kigoma
Ave. Duration:
2d 3h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$15.89–$28.76

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Arusha to Kigoma?

The cheapest way to get from Arusha to Kigoma is to train which costs $19.57 - $42.39 and takes 2 days 22h.

What is the fastest way to get from Arusha to Kigoma?

The fastest way to get from Arusha to Kigoma is to taxi and fly which takes 7h 14m and costs $184.78 - $445.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Arusha and Kigoma?

No, there is no direct bus from Arusha to Kigoma. However, there are services departing from Central Bus Terminal and arriving at Kigoma via Dar es Salaam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h.

Is there a direct train between Arusha and Kigoma?

No, there is no direct train from Arusha to Kigoma. However, there are services departing from Arusha and arriving at Kigoma via Dar es Salaam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 22h.

How far is it from Arusha to Kigoma?

The distance between Arusha and Kigoma is 805 km. The road distance is 1246.2 km.

How do I travel from Arusha to Kigoma without a car?

The best way to get from Arusha to Kigoma without a car is to bus which takes 30h and costs $41.41 .

How long does it take to get from Arusha to Kigoma?

It takes approximately 14h 51m to get from Arusha to Kigoma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arusha to Kigoma bus from?

Arusha to Kigoma bus services, operated by BM Luxury Coach, depart from Central Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Arusha to Kigoma train from?

Arusha to Kigoma train services, operated by Tanzania Railways Corporation, depart from Arusha station.

Train, bus or fly from Arusha to Kigoma?

The best way to get from Arusha to Kigoma is to fly which takes 14h 51m and costs $195.65 - $510.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $41.41 and takes 30h, you could also train, which costs $19.57 - $42.39 and takes 2 days 22h.

Where does the Arusha to Kigoma bus arrive?

Arusha to Kigoma bus services, operated by BM Luxury Coach, arrive at Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Arusha to Kigoma train arrive?

Arusha to Kigoma train services, operated by Tanzania Railways Corporation, arrive at Dar es Salaam station.

Can I drive from Arusha to Kigoma?

Yes, the driving distance between Arusha to Kigoma is 1246 km. It takes approximately 19h 41m to drive from Arusha to Kigoma.
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