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

The cheapest way to get from Kenya to Mbeya is to bus and train which costs $30 - $50 and takes 38h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kenya to Mbeya is to fly which takes 6h 39m and costs $290 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Kenya and Mbeya?

No, there is no direct bus from Kenya to Mbeya. However, there are services departing from Nairobi and arriving at Mbeya via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 38m.

How far is it from Kenya to Mbeya?

The distance between Kenya and Mbeya is 880 km. The road distance is 1264.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kenya to Mbeya without a car is to bus which takes 26h 38m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 39m to get from Kenya to Mbeya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kenya to Mbeya bus from?

Kenya to Mbeya bus services, operated by Marangu Luxury Shuttles, depart from Nairobi station.

Bus or fly from Kenya to Mbeya?

The best way to get from Kenya to Mbeya is to fly which takes 6h 39m and costs $290 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 26h 38m.

Where does the Kenya to Mbeya bus arrive?

Kenya to Mbeya bus services, operated by Marangu Luxury Shuttles, arrive at Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Kenya to Mbeya?

Yes, the driving distance between Kenya to Mbeya is 1265 km. It takes approximately 21h 59m to drive from Kenya to Mbeya.

Where can I stay near Mbeya?

There are 22+ hotels available in Mbeya.

Kenya to Mbeya - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Kenya to Mbeya by 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.

Fly from Mombasa
best
1. Fly from Mombasa (MBA) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane MBA - MBI
6h 39m
$290–774
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Moshibus
2. Take the train from Moshi to Dar es Salaamtrain
3. Take the train from Dar es salaam to Mbeyatrain
38h 16m
$33–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Mbeyabus
26h 38m
Drive 1,264.5 km
1. Drive from Nairobi to Mbeyacar 1,264.5 km
21h 59m
$158–227
Bus to Nairobi, fly
1. Take the bus from Kencom/Ambassadeur to JKIA - Passenger Boardingbus
2. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane NBO - MBI
8h 47m
$251–431
Fly from Kisumu International Airport
1. Fly from Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane KIS - MBI
8h 4m
$325–918
Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane WIL - MBI
8h 6m
$284–816
Bus to Julius Nyerere International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Mombasa to Dar es Salaambus
2. Fly from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane DAR - MBI
12h 24m
$148–297
Bus via Mbeya
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Dar es Salaambus
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Mbeyabus
31h

Mombasa (MBA) to Mbeya Airport (MBI) flights

17Weekly Planes

8h 27mAverage Duration

$274Cheapest Price

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Distance: 879.7 km
Duration: 6h 39m

What companies run services between Kenya and Mbeya, Tanzania?

Skyward Express, Air Tanzania, and three other airlines fly from Mombasa (MBA) to Mbeya Airport (MBI) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nairobi to Mbeya via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal in around 26h 38m.

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