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

The cheapest way to get from Mwanza to Arusha is to train which costs $21 - $45 and takes 2 days 9h.

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

The fastest way to get from Mwanza to Arusha is to fly which takes 1h 20m and costs $95 - $250.

Is there a direct bus between Mwanza and Arusha?

No, there is no direct bus from Mwanza to Arusha. However, there are services departing from Mwanza and arriving at Central Bus Terminal via Shekilango and Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Mwanza and Arusha?

No, there is no direct train from Mwanza to Arusha. However, there are services departing from Mwanza and arriving at Arusha via Dar es Salaam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 9h.

How far is it from Mwanza to Arusha?

The distance between Mwanza and Arusha is 442 km. The road distance is 567 km.

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

The best way to get from Mwanza to Arusha without a car is to bus which takes 28h 40m and costs $40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Mwanza to Arusha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mwanza to Arusha bus from?

Mwanza to Arusha bus services, operated by Darlux Co. Ltd, depart from Mwanza station.

Where do I catch the Mwanza to Arusha train from?

Mwanza to Arusha train services, operated by Tanzania Railways Corporation, depart from Mwanza station.

Train, bus or fly from Mwanza to Arusha?

The best way to get from Mwanza to Arusha is to fly which takes 1h 20m and costs $95 - $250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 and takes 28h 40m, you could also train, which costs $21 - $45 and takes 2 days 9h.

Where does the Mwanza to Arusha bus arrive?

Mwanza to Arusha bus services, operated by Darlux Co. Ltd, arrive at Dar es Salaam station.

Where does the Mwanza to Arusha train arrive?

Mwanza to Arusha train services, operated by Tanzania Railways Corporation, arrive at Dar es Salaam station.

Can I drive from Mwanza to Arusha?

Yes, the driving distance between Mwanza to Arusha is 567 km. It takes approximately 11h 48m to drive from Mwanza to Arusha.

Where can I stay near Arusha?

There are 584+ hotels available in Arusha.

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

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

Fly to Arusha
best
1. Fly from Mwanza Airport (MWZ) to Arusha (ARK)plane MWZ - ARK
1h 20m
$97–250
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mwanza to Dar es Salaamtrain
2. Take the train from Dar es Salaam to Arushatrain
2d 9h
$21–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mwanza to Dar es Salaambus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Central Bus Terminalbus
28h 40m
$40
Drive 567 km
1. Drive from Mwanza to Arushacar 567 km
11h 48m
$71–102
Fly to Kilimanjaro International Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Mwanza Airport (MWZ) to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)plane MWZ - JRO
2. Take the taxi from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to Arushataxi
2h 31m
$101–136
Bus via Kibamba
1. Take the bus from Central Bus Station to Magufuli Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Arushabus
30h 42m
$49–118

Mwanza Airport (MWZ) to Arusha (ARK) flights

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Map of how to get from Mwanza to Arusha.

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Distance: 441.6 km
Duration: 1h 20m

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

World Ticket flies from Mwanza Airport (MWZ) to Arusha (ARK) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mwanza to Central Bus Terminal via Dar es Salaam, Shekilango, Ubungo Maji, and Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal in around 28h 40m.

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