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

The cheapest way to get from Mbeya to Nairobi is to bus via Dar es Salaam which costs $35 - $60 and takes 30h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mbeya to Nairobi is to fly which takes 7h 11m and costs $250 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Mbeya and Nairobi?

No, there is no direct bus from Mbeya to Nairobi. However, there are services departing from Mbeya and arriving at Nairobi via Dar es Salaam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 30m.

How far is it from Mbeya to Nairobi?

The distance between Mbeya and Nairobi is 958 km. The road distance is 1264.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Mbeya to Nairobi without a car is to bus which takes 29h 30m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 11m to get from Mbeya to Nairobi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mbeya to Nairobi bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Mbeya to Nairobi?

The best way to get from Mbeya to Nairobi is to fly which takes 7h 11m and costs $250 - $390. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 29h 30m.

Where does the Mbeya to Nairobi bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mbeya to Nairobi?

Yes, the driving distance between Mbeya to Nairobi is 1265 km. It takes approximately 21h 53m to drive from Mbeya to Nairobi.

Where can I stay near Nairobi?

There are 7791+ hotels available in Nairobi.

Mbeya to Nairobi - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Mbeya to Nairobi 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 to Nairobi
best
1. Fly from Mbeya Airport (MBI) to Nairobi (NBO)MBI - NBO
7h 11m
$257–389
Bus via Dar es Salaam
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mbeya to Dar es Salaam
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Nairobi
30h 30m
$39–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mbeya to Dar es Salaam
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Nairobi
29h 30m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Mbeya to Dar es salaam
2. Take the train from Dar es Salaam to Moshi
3. Take the bus from Moshi to Nairobi
2d 1h
Drive 1,264.5 km
1. Drive from Mbeya to Nairobi1,264.5 km
21h 53m
$158–227
Fly to Arusha, drive
1. Fly from Mbeya Airport (MBI) to Arusha (ARK)MBI - ARK
2. Drive from Arusha-Airport-ARK to Nairobi
19h 37m
$154–379
Fly to Nairobi Wilson Airport
1. Fly from Mbeya Airport (MBI) to Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)MBI - WIL
21h 19m
$430–550

Mbeya Airport (MBI) to Nairobi (NBO) flights

13Weekly Planes

4h 32mAverage Duration

$202Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Mbeya to Nairobi.

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Distance: 957.7 km
Duration: 7h 11m

What companies run services between Mbeya, Tanzania and Nairobi, Kenya?

Air Tanzania and Kenya Airways fly from Mbeya Airport (MBI) to Nairobi (NBO) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mbeya to Nairobi via Dar es Salaam in around 29h 30m.

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