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

The cheapest way to get from Mbeya to Nairobi is to train and bus which costs $30 - $50 and takes 46h 9m.

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 8h 23m and costs $190 - $600.

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 Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 39m.

How far is it from Mbeya to Nairobi?

The distance between Mbeya and Nairobi is 952 km. The road distance is 1264.6 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 26h 39m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 23m 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 SR Classic Coach, 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 8h 23m and costs $190 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 26h 39m.

Where does the Mbeya to Nairobi bus arrive?

Mbeya to Nairobi bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, arrive at Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Mbeya to Nairobi?

Yes, the driving distance between Mbeya to Nairobi is 1265 km. It takes approximately 21h 57m to drive from Mbeya to Nairobi.

Where can I stay near Nairobi?

There are 11846+ hotels available in Nairobi.

Mbeya to Nairobi - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 8 ways to get from Mbeya to Nairobi by plane, bus, train, car, taxi, or shuttle

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Fly to Nairobi
best
1. Fly from Mbeya Airport (MBI) to Nairobi (NBO)plane MBI - NBO
8h 23m
$196–597
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mbeya to Dar es salaamtrain
2. Take the train from Dar es Salaam to Moshitrain
3. Take the bus from Moshi to Nairobibus
46h 9m
$34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mbeya to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Nairobibus
26h 39m
Drive 1,264.6 km
1. Drive from Mbeya to Nairobicar 1,264.6 km
21h 57m
$198–286
Fly to Arusha, drive
1. Fly from Mbeya Airport (MBI) to Arusha (ARK)plane MBI - ARK
2. Drive from Arusha-Airport-ARK to Nairobicar
18h 24m
$298–620
Fly to Nairobi Wilson Airport
1. Fly from Mbeya Airport (MBI) to Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)plane MBI - WIL
18h 5m
$290–850
Fly to Kilimanjaro International Airport, taxi, shuttle
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
3. Take a shuttle bus from Arusha to Nairobishuttle
19h 6m
$351–770
Bus via Mbeya
1. Take the bus from Mbeya to Dar es Salaambus
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Nairobibus
31h

Mbeya Airport (MBI) to Nairobi (NBO) flights

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5h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 951.6 km
Duration: 8h 23m

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

Air Tanzania flies from Mbeya Airport (MBI) to Nairobi (NBO) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mbeya to Nairobi via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal in around 26h 39m.

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