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 20m and costs $260 - $340.

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 20m 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 20m and costs $260 - $340. 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 590+ hotels available in Arusha.

Kenya to Arusha - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, shuttle, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Kenya to Arusha by plane, bus, car, shuttle, or taxi

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Fly Nairobi Wilson Airport to Arusha
best
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Arusha (ARK)plane WIL - ARK
1h 20m
$267–331
Shuttle
cheapest
1. Take a shuttle bus from Nairobi to Arushashuttle
5h
$1–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Arushabus
4h 58m
$6
Drive 270.8 km
1. Drive from Nairobi to Arushacar 270.8 km
3h 53m
$34–49
Fly Nairobi Wilson Airport to Kilimanjaro International Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)plane WIL - JRO
2. Take the taxi from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to Arushataxi
1h 56m
$381–587
Fly Nairobi to Kilimanjaro International Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)plane NBO - JRO
2. Take the taxi from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to Arushataxi
3h 26m
$158–282

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

49Weekly Planes

1h 17mAverage Duration

$212Cheapest Price

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Distance: 242.8 km
Duration: 1h 20m

What companies run services between Kenya and Arusha, Tanzania?

FlexFlight ApS, Flightlink, and Safarilink fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Arusha (ARK) every 4 hours. 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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