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

The cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Mbeya is to bus and train which costs $30 - $50 and takes 38h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nairobi to Mbeya is to fly which takes 7h 58m and costs $250 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Nairobi and Mbeya?

No, there is no direct bus from Nairobi to Mbeya. However, there are services departing from Nairobi and arriving at Mbeya via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 38m.

How far is it from Nairobi to Mbeya?

The distance between Nairobi and Mbeya is 966 km. The road distance is 1264.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Nairobi to Mbeya without a car is to bus which takes 26h 38m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 57m to get from Nairobi to Mbeya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nairobi to Mbeya bus from?

Nairobi to Mbeya bus services, operated by Marangu Luxury Shuttles, depart from Nairobi station.

Bus or fly from Nairobi to Mbeya?

The best way to get from Nairobi to Mbeya is to fly which takes 8h 57m and costs $190 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 26h 38m.

Where does the Nairobi to Mbeya bus arrive?

Nairobi to Mbeya bus services, operated by Marangu Luxury Shuttles, arrive at Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Nairobi to Mbeya?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi to Mbeya is 1265 km. It takes approximately 21h 59m to drive from Nairobi to Mbeya.

Where can I stay near Mbeya?

There are 23+ hotels available in Mbeya.

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

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There are 7 ways to get from Nairobi to Mbeya by plane, bus, train, car, shuttle, or taxi

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Fly from Nairobi
best
1. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane NBO - MBI
8h 57m
$191–601
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Moshibus
2. Take the train from Moshi to Dar es Salaamtrain
3. Take the train from Dar es salaam to Mbeyatrain
38h 16m
$33–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Mbeyabus
26h 38m
Drive 1,264.6 km
1. Drive from Nairobi to Mbeyacar 1,264.6 km
21h 59m
$158–227
Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane WIL - MBI
7h 58m
$250–800
Shuttle, taxi to Kilimanjaro International Airport, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Nairobi to Arushashuttle
2. Take the taxi from Arusha to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)taxi
3. Fly from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane JRO - MBI
14h 3m
$287–747
Bus via Mbeya
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Dar es Salaambus
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Mbeyabus
31h

Nairobi (NBO) to Mbeya Airport (MBI) flights

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Distance: 965.6 km
Duration: 8h 57m

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

Air Tanzania, Kenya Airways, and three other airlines fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Mbeya Airport (MBI) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nairobi to Mbeya via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal in around 26h 38m.

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