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

The cheapest way to get from Arusha to Goma is to shuttle and bus which costs $50 - $95 and takes 32h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arusha to Goma is to taxi and fly and drive which takes 7h 10m and costs $290 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between Arusha and Goma?

No, there is no direct bus from Arusha to Goma. However, there are services departing from Arusha and arriving at Rond Point Terminus via Nairobi, Chief Magistrate's Court and Jaguar Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 28m.

How far is it from Arusha to Goma?

The distance between Arusha and Goma is 1005 km. The road distance is 1164.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Arusha to Goma without a car is to bus which takes 32h 28m and costs $55 - $1,500.

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

It takes approximately 7h 10m to get from Arusha to Goma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arusha to Goma bus from?

Arusha to Goma bus services, operated by Kidia One Express, depart from Arusha station.

Where does the Arusha to Goma bus arrive?

Arusha to Goma bus services, operated by Kidia One Express, arrive at Nairobi station.

What is the time difference between Arusha and Goma?

Goma is 1h behind Arusha. It is currently 7:09 PM in Arusha and 6:09 PM in Goma.

Can I drive from Arusha to Goma?

Yes, the driving distance between Arusha to Goma is 1165 km. It takes approximately 21h 48m to drive from Arusha to Goma.

Where can I stay near Goma?

There are 52+ hotels available in Goma.

Arusha to Goma - 6 ways to travel via taxi, plane, car, bus, and shuttle

There are 6 ways to get from Arusha to Goma by taxi, plane, car, bus, or shuttle

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

Taxi, fly, drive
best
1. Take the taxi from Arusha to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)taxi
2. Fly from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to Kigali (KGL)plane JRO - KGL
3. Drive from Kigali (KGL) to Gomacar
7h 10m
$299–366
Bus via Goma
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arusha to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kampalabus
3. Take the bus from Kampala to Gomabus
34h 6m
$49–1,428
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Arusha to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Duruma Rd to Nyabugogo Bus Parkbus
3. Drive from Nyabugogo Bus Park to Gomacar
29h 28m
$75–115
Drive 1,164.8 km
1. Drive from Arusha to Gomacar 1,164.8 km
21h 48m
$145–209
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arusha to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kampalabus
3. Take the bus from Jaguar Bus Terminal to Rond Point Terminusbus
32h 28m
$58–1,428
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Arusha to Nairobishuttle
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kampalabus
3. Take the bus from Kampala to Kabalebus
4. Take the bus from Kabale to Gomabus
32h 56m
$50–94

Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to Kigali (KGL) flights

21Weekly Planes

5h 21mAverage Duration

$224Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 1,005.3 km
Duration: 7h 10m

What companies run services between Arusha, Tanzania and Goma, Democratic Republic of the Congo?

You can take a bus from Arusha to Rond Point Terminus via Nairobi, Kampala, Chief Magistrate's Court, Numak Complex, and Jaguar Bus Terminal in around 32h 28m.

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