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

The cheapest way to get from Kigali to Arusha is to bus which costs $55 - $85 and takes 27h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kigali to Arusha is to fly and taxi which takes 4h 57m and costs $250 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between Kigali and Arusha?

No, there is no direct bus from Kigali to Arusha. However, there are services departing from Nyabugogo Bus Park and arriving at Arusha via Nairobi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 2m.

How far is it from Kigali to Arusha?

The distance between Kigali and Arusha is 848 km. The road distance is 1008.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kigali to Arusha without a car is to bus which takes 27h 2m and costs $55 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Kigali to Arusha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kigali to Arusha bus from?

Kigali to Arusha bus services, operated by Trinity Express, depart from Nyabugogo Bus Park station.

Bus or fly from Kigali to Arusha?

The best way to get from Kigali to Arusha is to bus which takes 27h 2m and costs $55 - $85. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $390 - $460 and takes 7h 1m.

Where does the Kigali to Arusha bus arrive?

Kigali to Arusha bus services, operated by Trinity Express, arrive at Duruma Rd station.

What is the time difference between Kigali and Arusha?

Arusha is 1h ahead of Kigali. It is currently 5:44 PM in Kigali and 6:44 PM in Arusha.

Can I drive from Kigali to Arusha?

Yes, the driving distance between Kigali to Arusha is 1008 km. It takes approximately 19h 23m to drive from Kigali to Arusha.

Where can I stay near Arusha?

There are 557+ hotels available in Arusha.

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

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

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 Kilimanjaro International Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from Kigali (KGL) to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)plane KGL - JRO
2. Take the taxi from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to Arushataxi
4h 57m
$258–332
Bus, shuttle
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kigali to Nairobibus
2. Take a shuttle bus from Nairobi to Arushashuttle
29h 49m
$54–78
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nyabugogo Bus Park to Duruma Rdbus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Arushabus
27h 2m
$56–82
Drive 1,008.3 km
1. Drive from Kigali to Arushacar 1,008.3 km
19h 23m
$130–188
Fly to Arusha
1. Fly from Kigali (KGL) to Arusha (ARK)plane KGL - ARK
7h 1m
$394–456
Fly to Nairobi, shuttle
1. Fly from Kigali (KGL) to Nairobi (NBO)plane KGL - NBO
2. Take a shuttle bus from Nairobi JKIA to Arushashuttle
10h 14m
$233–431

Kigali (KGL) to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) flights

3Weekly Planes

1h 45mAverage Duration

$277Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kigali to Arusha.

Launch map view

Distance: 847.8 km
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Kigali, Rwanda and Arusha, Tanzania?

You can take a bus from Nyabugogo Bus Park to Arusha via Duruma Rd and Nairobi in around 27h 2m. Alternatively, Rwandair Express, Air Tanzania, and two other airlines fly from Kigali (KGL) to Arusha (ARK) twice daily.

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