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

The cheapest way to get from Arusha to Mombasa is to bus which costs $16 - $35 and takes 14h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arusha to Mombasa is to fly which takes 3h 28m and costs $300 - $450.

Is there a direct bus between Arusha and Mombasa?

No, there is no direct bus from Arusha to Mombasa. However, there are services departing from Arusha and arriving at Mombasa via Nairobi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 35m.

How far is it from Arusha to Mombasa?

The distance between Arusha and Mombasa is 356 km. The road distance is 384.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Arusha to Mombasa without a car is to bus and train which takes 13h 26m and costs $45 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Arusha to Mombasa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arusha to Mombasa bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Arusha to Mombasa?

The best way to get from Arusha to Mombasa is to fly which takes 3h 28m and costs $300 - $450. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $16 - $35 and takes 14h 35m.

Where does the Arusha to Mombasa bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Arusha to Mombasa?

Yes, the driving distance between Arusha to Mombasa is 384 km. It takes approximately 5h 19m to drive from Arusha to Mombasa.

Where can I stay near Mombasa?

There are 2061+ hotels available in Mombasa.

Arusha to Mombasa - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

There are 7 ways to get from Arusha to Mombasa by plane, bus, car, train, taxi, 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.

Fly to Mombasa
best
1. Fly from Arusha (ARK) to Mombasa (MBA)plane ARK - MBA
3h 28m
$304–450
Shuttle, bus
cheapest
1. Take a shuttle bus from Arusha to Nairobishuttle
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Mombasabus
14h 45m
$10–38
Bus, drive, train
1. Take the bus from Arusha to Namangabus
2. Drive from Namanga to Emalicar
3. Take the train from Emali to Mombasatrain
10h 45m
$54–93
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Arusha to Nairobibus
2. Take the train from Nairobi to Mombasatrain Express / ...
13h 26m
$48–83
Drive 384.3 km
1. Drive from Arusha to Mombasacar 384.3 km
5h 19m
$48–69
Fly to Ukunda, taxi
1. Fly from Arusha (ARK) to Ukunda (UKA)plane ARK - UKA
2. Take the taxi from Ukunda (UKA) to Mombasataxi
7h 22m
$444–685
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arusha to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Mombasabus
14h 35m
$16–32

Arusha (ARK) to Mombasa (MBA) flights

35Weekly Planes

3h 55mAverage Duration

$63Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Arusha to Mombasa.

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Distance: 356.2 km
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Arusha, Tanzania and Mombasa, Kenya?

APG Airlines, Jambojet Limited, and five other airlines fly from Arusha (ARK) to Mombasa (MBA) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Arusha to Mombasa via Nairobi and Nairobi in around 14h 35m.

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