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

The cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Arua is to bus via Kampala which costs $24 - $40 and takes 23h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nairobi to Arua is to bus and fly which takes 11h 17m and costs $200 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Nairobi and Arua?

No, there is no direct bus from Nairobi to Arua. However, there are services departing from Nairobi and arriving at Arua via Kampala. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 7m.

How far is it from Nairobi to Arua?

The distance between Nairobi and Arua is 1104 km. The road distance is 1030.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Nairobi to Arua without a car is to bus which takes 21h 7m and costs $30 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 21h 7m to get from Nairobi to Arua, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nairobi to Arua bus from?

Nairobi to Arua bus services, operated by Buscar E.A Limited, depart from Nairobi station.

Bus or fly from Nairobi to Arua?

The best way to get from Nairobi to Arua is to bus which takes 21h 7m and costs $30 - $50. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $75 - $390 and takes 19h 31m.

Where does the Nairobi to Arua bus arrive?

Nairobi to Arua bus services, operated by Buscar E.A Limited, arrive at Kampala station.

Can I drive from Nairobi to Arua?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi to Arua is 1030 km. It takes approximately 14h 59m to drive from Nairobi to Arua.

Where can I stay near Arua?

There are nine+ hotels available in Arua.

Nairobi to Arua - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Nairobi to Arua by bus, car, or plane

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 Nairobi to Kampala
2. Take the bus from Kampala to Arua
21h 7m
$33–49
Bus via Kampala
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Kampala
2. Take the bus from Kampala to Arua
23h 30m
$25–37
Drive 1,030.1 km
1. Drive from Nairobi to Arua1,030.1 km
14h 59m
$154–223
Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Arua (RUA)WIL - RUA
19h 31m
$77–390
Bus to Nairobi, fly
1. Take the bus from Kencom/Ambassadeur to JKIA - Passenger Boarding
2. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Arua (RUA)NBO - RUA
11h 17m
$204–755

Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Arua (RUA) flights

9Weekly Planes

24h 37mAverage Duration

$64Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 1,103.6 km
Duration: 21h 7m

What companies run services between Nairobi, Kenya and Arua, Uganda?

You can take a bus from Nairobi to Arua via Kampala and Kampala in around 21h 7m. Alternatively, Safarilink, Uganda Airlines, and four other airlines fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Arua (RUA) once daily.

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