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

The cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Arusha is to bus which costs $6 and takes 4h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nairobi to Arusha is to fly which takes 1h 11m and costs $310 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Nairobi and Arusha?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nairobi and arriving at Arusha. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Nairobi to Arusha?

The distance between Nairobi and Arusha is 237 km. The road distance is 270.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Nairobi to Arusha without a car is to bus which takes 4h 58m and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Nairobi to Arusha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nairobi to Arusha bus from?

Nairobi to Arusha bus services, operated by Kidia One Express, depart from Nairobi station.

Bus or fly from Nairobi to Arusha?

The best way to get from Nairobi to Arusha is to fly which takes 1h 11m and costs $310 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 and takes 4h 58m.

Where does the Nairobi to Arusha bus arrive?

Nairobi to Arusha bus services, operated by Kidia One Express, arrive at Arusha station.

Can I drive from Nairobi to Arusha?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi to Arusha is 271 km. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Nairobi to Arusha.

Where can I stay near Arusha?

There are 539+ hotels available in Arusha.

Nairobi to Arusha - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, shuttle, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Nairobi to Arusha by plane, bus, car, shuttle, 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 Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Arusha (ARK)WIL - ARK
1h 11m
$319–510
Shuttle
cheapest
1. Take a shuttle bus from Nairobi to Arusha
5h
$1–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Arusha
4h 58m
$6
Drive 270.8 km
1. Drive from Nairobi to Arusha270.8 km
3h 53m
$34–49
Fly to Kilimanjaro International Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)WIL - JRO
2. Take the taxi from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to Arusha
1h 47m
$215–289

Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Arusha (ARK) flights

34Weekly Planes

1h 50mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 237.1 km
Duration: 1h 11m

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

Flightlink, World Ticket, and two other airlines fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Arusha (ARK) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Kidia One Express operates a bus from Nairobi to Arusha twice daily. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 4h 58m.

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