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

The cheapest way to get from Arusha to Mwanza is to train which costs $21 - $45 and takes 2 days 9h.

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

The fastest way to get from Arusha to Mwanza is to fly which takes 1h 20m and costs $95 - $250.

Is there a direct train between Arusha and Mwanza?

No, there is no direct train from Arusha to Mwanza. However, there are services departing from Arusha and arriving at Mwanza via Dar es Salaam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 9h.

How far is it from Arusha to Mwanza?

The distance between Arusha and Mwanza is 441 km. The road distance is 567.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Arusha to Mwanza without a car is to bus which takes 28h 48m and costs $55 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Arusha to Mwanza, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arusha to Mwanza train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Arusha to Mwanza?

The best way to get from Arusha to Mwanza is to fly which takes 1h 20m and costs $95 - $250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $110 and takes 28h 48m, you could also train, which costs $21 - $45 and takes 2 days 9h.

Where does the Arusha to Mwanza train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Arusha to Mwanza?

Yes, the driving distance between Arusha to Mwanza is 567 km. It takes approximately 11h 48m to drive from Arusha to Mwanza.

Where can I stay near Mwanza?

There are 45+ hotels available in Mwanza.

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

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

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

Fly from Arusha
best
1. Fly from Arusha (ARK) to Mwanza Airport (MWZ)plane ARK - MWZ
1h 20m
$98–250
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Arusha to Dar es Salaamtrain
2. Take the train from Dar es Salaam to Mwanzatrain
2d 9h
$21–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Bus Terminal to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Magufuli Bus Terminal to Central Bus Stationbus
28h 48m
$57–104
Drive 567.1 km
1. Drive from Arusha to Mwanzacar 567.1 km
11h 48m
$71–102
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 Mwanza Airport (MWZ)plane JRO - MWZ
2h 30m
$102–136

Arusha (ARK) to Mwanza Airport (MWZ) flights

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Arusha to Mwanza.

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Distance: 441.4 km
Duration: 1h 20m

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

World Ticket flies from Arusha (ARK) to Mwanza Airport (MWZ) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Central Bus Terminal to Central Bus Station via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, Ubungo, Kimara, and Magufuli Bus Terminal in around 28h 48m.

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