What is the cheapest way to get from Eldoret to Arua?

The cheapest way to get from Eldoret to Arua is to bus which costs $20 - $45 and takes 15h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Eldoret to Arua?

The fastest way to get from Eldoret to Arua is to drive which takes 10h 49m and costs $100 - $160.

Is there a direct bus between Eldoret and Arua?

No, there is no direct bus from Eldoret to Arua. However, there are services departing from Eldoret and arriving at Arua via Malaba and Kampala. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 53m.

How far is it from Eldoret to Arua?

The distance between Eldoret and Arua is 793 km. The road distance is 720.9 km.

How do I travel from Eldoret to Arua without a car?

The best way to get from Eldoret to Arua without a car is to bus which takes 15h 53m and costs $20 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Eldoret to Arua?

It takes approximately 15h 53m to get from Eldoret to Arua, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eldoret to Arua bus from?

Eldoret to Arua bus services, operated by Tahmeed Coach Ltd, depart from Eldoret station.

Bus or fly from Eldoret to Arua?

The best way to get from Eldoret to Arua is to bus which takes 15h 53m and costs $20 - $45. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $360 - $1,200 and takes 13h 48m.

Where does the Eldoret to Arua bus arrive?

Eldoret to Arua bus services, operated by Tahmeed Coach Ltd, arrive at Malaba station.

Can I drive from Eldoret to Arua?

Yes, the driving distance between Eldoret to Arua is 721 km. It takes approximately 10h 49m to drive from Eldoret to Arua.

Where can I stay near Arua?

There are eight+ hotels available in Arua.

Eldoret to Arua - 6 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Eldoret to Arua by bus, car, or plane

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Eldoret to Malaba
2. Take the bus from Malaba to Kampala
3. Take the bus from Kampala to Arua
15h 53m
$20–41
Drive 720.9 km
1. Drive from Eldoret to Arua720.9 km
10h 49m
$108–156
Fly Eldoret International Airport to Arua
1. Fly from Eldoret International Airport (EDL) to Arua (RUA)EDL - RUA
13h 48m
$366–1,143
Drive to Kisumu International Airport, fly to Arua
1. Drive from Eldoret to Kisumu International Airport (KIS)
2. Fly from Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Arua (RUA)KIS - RUA
16h 2m
$66–353
Drive to Kisumu International Airport, fly to Entebbe, bus
1. Drive from Eldoret to Kisumu International Airport (KIS)
2. Fly from Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Entebbe (EBB)KIS - EBB
3. Take the bus from Kampala to Arua
11h 31m
$308–440
Bus, bus to Entebbe, fly to Arua
1. Take the bus from Eldoret to Malaba
2. Take the bus from Malaba to Kampala
3. Fly from Entebbe (EBB) to Arua (RUA)EBB - RUA
12h 1m
$54–336

Eldoret International Airport (EDL) to Arua (RUA) flights

5Weekly Planes

17h 15mAverage Duration

$333Cheapest Price

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Distance: 793.3 km
Duration: 15h 53m

What companies run services between Eldoret, Kenya and Arua, Uganda?

You can take a bus from Eldoret to Arua via Malaba, Kampala, and Kampala in around 15h 53m. Alternatively, Jambojet Limited, Kenya Airways, and Eagle Air Uganda fly from Eldoret International Airport (EDL) to Arua (RUA) 5 times a week.

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