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

The cheapest way to get from Arusha to Mbeya is to train which costs $27 - $45 and takes 40h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arusha to Mbeya is to fly which takes 5h 22m and costs $320 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Arusha and Mbeya?

No, there is no direct bus from Arusha to Mbeya. However, there are services departing from Central Bus Terminal and arriving at Mbeya via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Arusha and Mbeya?

No, there is no direct train from Arusha to Mbeya. However, there are services departing from Arusha and arriving at Mbeya via Dar es salaam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 28m.

How far is it from Arusha to Mbeya?

The distance between Arusha and Mbeya is 719 km. The road distance is 1005.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Arusha to Mbeya without a car is to bus which takes 22h 53m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Arusha to Mbeya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arusha to Mbeya bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Arusha to Mbeya train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Arusha to Mbeya?

The best way to get from Arusha to Mbeya is to fly which takes 5h 22m and costs $320 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 22h 53m, you could also train, which costs $27 - $45 and takes 40h 28m.

Where does the Arusha to Mbeya bus arrive?

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

Where does the Arusha to Mbeya train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Arusha to Mbeya?

Yes, the driving distance between Arusha to Mbeya is 1006 km. It takes approximately 18h 21m to drive from Arusha to Mbeya.

Where can I stay near Mbeya?

There are 17+ hotels available in Mbeya.

Arusha to Mbeya - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Arusha to Mbeya by plane, bus, train, car, or taxi

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Fly from Arusha
best
1. Fly from Arusha (ARK) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane ARK - MBI
5h 22m
$324–705
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Arusha to Dar es Salaamtrain
2. Take the train from Dar es salaam to Mbeyatrain
40h 28m
$27–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Bus Terminal to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Mbeyabus
22h 53m
Drive 1,005.6 km
1. Drive from Arusha to Mbeyacar 1,005.6 km
18h 21m
$139–200
Taxi to Kilimanjaro International Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Arusha to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)taxi
2. Fly from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane JRO - MBI
7h 12m
$328–721
Bus via Mbeya
1. Take the bus from Arusha to Dar es Salaambus
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Mbeyabus
27h 2m
$32–54

Arusha (ARK) to Mbeya Airport (MBI) flights

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6h 52mAverage Duration

$325Cheapest Price

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Distance: 719.4 km
Duration: 5h 22m

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

Flightlink, Air Tanzania, and three other airlines fly from Arusha (ARK) to Mbeya Airport (MBI) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Central Bus Terminal to Mbeya via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal in around 22h 53m.

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