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 bus and fly which takes 8h 47m and costs $190 - $380.

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 Dar es Salaam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 45m.

How far is it from Nairobi to Mbeya?

The distance between Nairobi and Mbeya is 971 km. The road distance is 1264.5 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 29h 45m and costs $21 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 8h 47m 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 bus which takes 29h 45m and costs $21 - $55. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $250 - $750 and takes 11h 28m.

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 17+ hotels available in Mbeya.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus to Nairobi, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Kencom/Ambassadeur to JKIA - Passenger Boardingbus
2. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane NBO - MBI
8h 47m
$191–371
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Mbeyabus
29h 45m
$22–55
Bus, train
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
$33–50
Drive 1,264.5 km
1. Drive from Nairobi to Mbeyacar 1,264.5 km
21h 59m
$158–227
Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane WIL - MBI
11h 28m
$250–750
Drive to Arusha, fly
1. Drive from Nairobi to Arusha-Airport-ARKcar
2. Fly from Arusha (ARK) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane ARK - MBI
9h 43m
$174–409
Bus via Nairobi
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

19Weekly Planes

7h 53mAverage Duration

$249Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Nairobi to Mbeya.

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Distance: 970.6 km
Duration: 8h 47m

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

You can take a bus from Nairobi to Mbeya via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal and Dar es Salaam in around 29h 45m. Alternatively, Safarilink, Skyward Express, and three other airlines fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Mbeya Airport (MBI) once daily.

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