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

The cheapest way to get from Kenya to Arusha is to bus which costs $6 and takes 4h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kenya to Arusha is to fly which takes 1h 19m and costs $250 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Kenya and Arusha?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nairobi and arriving at Arusha. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Kenya to Arusha?

The distance between Kenya and Arusha is 243 km. The road distance is 270.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kenya to Arusha without a car is to bus which takes 4h 58m and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 1h 19m to get from Kenya to Arusha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kenya to Arusha bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Kenya to Arusha?

The best way to get from Kenya to Arusha is to fly which takes 1h 19m and costs $250 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 and takes 4h 58m.

Where does the Kenya to Arusha bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kenya to Arusha?

Yes, the driving distance between Kenya to Arusha is 271 km. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Kenya to Arusha.

Where can I stay near Arusha?

There are 520+ hotels available in Arusha.

Kenya to Arusha - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, shuttle, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Kenya to Arusha by plane, bus, car, shuttle, 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 to Arusha
best
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Arusha (ARK)WIL - ARK
1h 19m
$257–521
Shuttle
cheapest
1. Take a shuttle bus from Nairobi to Arusha
5h
$1–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Arusha
4h 58m
$6
Drive 270.8 km
1. Drive from Nairobi to Arusha270.8 km
3h 53m
$34–49
Fly to Kilimanjaro International Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)WIL - JRO
2. Take the taxi from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to Arusha
1h 55m
$221–317

Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Arusha (ARK) flights

28Weekly Planes

1hAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 242.6 km
Duration: 1h 19m

What companies run services between Kenya and Arusha, Tanzania?

Safarilink, World Ticket, and two other airlines fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Arusha (ARK) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Kidia One Express operates a bus from Nairobi to Arusha twice daily. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 4h 58m.

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