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

The cheapest way to get from Arusha to Mtwara is to train and bus and taxi which costs $80 - $110 and takes 26h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arusha to Mtwara is to taxi and fly which takes 4h 13m and costs $85 - $430.

How far is it from Arusha to Mtwara?

The distance between Arusha and Mtwara is 901 km. The road distance is 1165.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Arusha to Mtwara without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 17h 23m and costs $95 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Arusha to Mtwara, including transfers.

Can I drive from Arusha to Mtwara?

Yes, the driving distance between Arusha to Mtwara is 1166 km. It takes approximately 18h 9m to drive from Arusha to Mtwara.

Where can I stay near Mtwara?

There are six+ hotels available in Mtwara.

Arusha to Mtwara - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Arusha to Mtwara by taxi, plane, bus, train, or car

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
best
1. Take the taxi from Arusha to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)taxi
2. Fly from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to Mtwara (MYW)plane JRO - MYW
4h 13m
$89–429
Train, bus, taxi
cheapest
1. Take the train from Arusha to Dar es Salaamtrain
2. Take the bus from Temeke Mwisho to Lindi Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the taxi from Lindi Bus Terminal to Mtwarataxi
26h 40m
$82–109
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Central Bus Terminal to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Temeke Mwisho to Lindi Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the taxi from Lindi Bus Terminal to Mtwarataxi
17h 23m
$97–114
Drive 1,165.6 km
1. Drive from Arusha to Mtwaracar 1,165.6 km
18h 9m
$145–210
Bus, taxi via Dar es Salaam
1. Take the bus from Arusha to Dar es Salaambus
2. Take the bus from Temeke Mwisho to Lindi Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the taxi from Lindi Bus Terminal to Mtwarataxi
19h 21m
$89–127

Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to Mtwara (MYW) flights

5Weekly Planes

5h 15mAverage Duration

$69Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Arusha to Mtwara.

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Distance: 901.4 km
Duration: 4h 13m

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

There is no direct connection from Arusha to Mtwara. However, you can take the taxi to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) airport, fly to Mtwara (MYW), then take the taxi to Mtwara. Alternatively, you can take the bus to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, walk to Ubungo, take the line 004 bus to Gerezani, take the taxi to Temeke Mwisho, take the bus to Lindi Bus Terminal, then take the taxi to Mtwara.

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