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

The cheapest way to get from Arusha to Kagera is to drive which costs $120 - $180 and takes 17h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arusha to Kagera is to fly which takes 2h 47m and costs $650 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Arusha and Kagera?

No, there is no direct bus from Arusha to Kagera. However, there are services departing from Arusha and arriving at Bukoba via Nairobi and Kampala. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 42m.

How far is it from Arusha to Kagera?

The distance between Arusha and Kagera is 678 km. The road distance is 997.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Arusha to Kagera without a car is to bus via Nairobi which takes 25h 42m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 13h 47m to get from Arusha to Kagera, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arusha to Kagera bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Arusha to Kagera?

The best way to get from Arusha to Kagera is to bus via Nairobi which takes 25h 42m and costs . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $650 - $1,000 and takes 2h 47m.

Where does the Arusha to Kagera bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Arusha to Kagera?

Yes, the driving distance between Arusha to Kagera is 998 km. It takes approximately 17h 21m to drive from Arusha to Kagera.

Arusha to Kagera - 6 ways to travel via taxi, plane, bus, car, and ferry

There are 6 ways to get from Arusha to Kagera by taxi, plane, bus, car, or ferry

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

Taxi to Kilimanjaro International Airport, fly to Bukoba
best
1. Take the taxi from Arusha to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)taxi
2. Fly from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to Bukoba (BKZ)plane JRO - BKZ
13h 47m
$198–291
Fly Arusha to Mwanza Airport, ferry
cheapest
1. Fly from Arusha (ARK) to Mwanza Airport (MWZ)plane ARK - MWZ
2. Take the ferry from Mwanza North Port to Bukobaferry
11h 20m
$111–362
Bus via Nairobi
1. Take the bus from Arusha to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kampalabus
3. Take the bus from Kampala to Bukobabus
25h 42m
Drive 997.8 km
1. Drive from Arusha to Bukobacar 997.8 km
17h 21m
$124–179
Fly Arusha to Bukoba
1. Fly from Arusha (ARK) to Bukoba (BKZ)plane ARK - BKZ
2h 47m
$654–1,005
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arusha to Namangabus
2. Take the bus from Namanga to Kampalabus
3. Take the bus from Kampala to Bukobabus
29h 1m

Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to Bukoba (BKZ) flights

10Weekly Planes

14h 12mAverage Duration

$180Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Arusha to Kagera.

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Distance: 678 km
Duration: 13h 47m

What companies run services between Arusha, Tanzania and Kagera, Tanzania?

You can take a bus from Arusha to Bukoba via Nairobi, Nairobi, Kampala, and Kampala in around 25h 42m. Alternatively, World Ticket and Air Tanzania fly from Arusha (ARK) to Bukoba (BKZ) once daily.

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