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

The cheapest way to get from Mbeya to Arusha is to bus which costs $42 - $43 and takes 24h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mbeya to Arusha is to fly and taxi which takes 7h 51m and costs $150 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between Mbeya and Arusha?

No, there is no direct bus from Mbeya to Arusha. However, there are services departing from Mbeya and arriving at Central Bus Terminal via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 51m.

How far is it from Mbeya to Arusha?

The distance between Mbeya and Arusha is 1440 km. The road distance is 1005.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Mbeya to Arusha without a car is to bus which takes 24h 51m and costs $42 - $43.

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

It takes approximately 24h 51m to get from Mbeya to Arusha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mbeya to Arusha bus from?

Mbeya to Arusha bus services, operated by New Force Enterprices Ltd, depart from Mbeya station.

Train, bus or fly from Mbeya to Arusha?

The best way to get from Mbeya to Arusha is to bus which takes 24h 51m and costs $42 - $43. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 43h 57m, you could also fly, which costs $120 - $210 and takes 15h 56m.

Where does the Mbeya to Arusha bus arrive?

Mbeya to Arusha bus services, operated by New Force Enterprices Ltd, arrive at Dar es Salaam station.

Can I drive from Mbeya to Arusha?

Yes, the driving distance between Mbeya to Arusha is 1006 km. It takes approximately 18h 21m to drive from Mbeya to Arusha.

Where can I stay near Arusha?

There are 556+ hotels available in Arusha.

Mbeya to Arusha - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Mbeya to Arusha by bus, train, car, plane, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Mbeya to Dar es Salaambus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Central Bus Terminalbus
24h 51m
$42
Bus via Dar es Salaam
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mbeya to Dar es Salaambus
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Arushabus
27h 1m
$34–57
Train
1. Take the train from Mbeya to Dar es salaamtrain Kilimanjaro
2. Take the train from Dar es Salaam to Arushatrain
43h 57m
Drive 1,005.5 km
1. Drive from Mbeya to Arushacar 1,005.5 km
18h 21m
$125–181
Fly to Arusha
1. Fly from Mbeya Airport (MBI) to Arusha (ARK)plane MBI - ARK
15h 56m
$126–202
Fly to Kilimanjaro International Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Mbeya Airport (MBI) to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)plane MBI - JRO
2. Take the taxi from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to Arushataxi
7h 51m
$157–481

Mbeya Airport (MBI) to Arusha (ARK) flights

16Weekly Planes

15h 36mAverage Duration

$123Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 1,439.8 km
Duration: 24h 51m

What companies run services between Mbeya, Tanzania and Arusha, Tanzania?

You can take a bus from Mbeya to Central Bus Terminal via Dar es Salaam and Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal in around 24h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Mbeya to Arusha via Mbeya, Dar es salaam, and Dar es Salaam in around 43h 57m.

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