What is the cheapest way to get from Rusinga Island to Arusha?

The cheapest way to get from Rusinga Island to Arusha is to bus which costs $13 - $18 and takes 13h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rusinga Island to Arusha?

The fastest way to get from Rusinga Island to Arusha is to drive and fly which takes 6h 54m and costs $60 - $320.

Is there a direct bus between Rusinga Island and Arusha?

No, there is no direct bus from Rusinga Island to Arusha. However, there are services departing from Mbita and arriving at Arusha via Odeon and Nairobi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 11m.

How far is it from Rusinga Island to Arusha?

The distance between Rusinga Island and Arusha is 579 km. The road distance is 639.1 km.

How do I travel from Rusinga Island to Arusha without a car?

The best way to get from Rusinga Island to Arusha without a car is to bus which takes 13h 11m and costs $13 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Rusinga Island to Arusha?

It takes approximately 6h 54m to get from Rusinga Island to Arusha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rusinga Island to Arusha bus from?

Rusinga Island to Arusha bus services, operated by The Guardian Coach, depart from Mbita station.

Where does the Rusinga Island to Arusha bus arrive?

Rusinga Island to Arusha bus services, operated by The Guardian Coach, arrive at Nairobi station.

Can I drive from Rusinga Island to Arusha?

Yes, the driving distance between Rusinga Island to Arusha is 639 km. It takes approximately 9h 55m to drive from Rusinga Island to Arusha.

Where can I stay near Arusha?

There are 571+ hotels available in Arusha.

Rusinga Island to Arusha - 4 ways to travel via car, plane, bus, and shuttle

There are 4 ways to get from Rusinga Island to Arusha by car, plane, bus, or shuttle

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

Drive, fly
best
1. Drive from Rusinga Island to Kisumu International Airport (KIS)car
2. Fly from Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Arusha (ARK)plane KIS - ARK
6h 54m
$60–320
Bus, shuttle
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mbita to Nairobibus
2. Take a shuttle bus from Nairobi to Arushashuttle
13h 25m
$8–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mbita to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Arushabus
13h 11m
$13–18
Drive 639.1 km
1. Drive from Rusinga Island to Arushacar 639.1 km
9h 55m
$80–115

Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Arusha (ARK) flights

20Weekly Planes

5h 33mAverage Duration

$43Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Rusinga Island to Arusha.

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Distance: 578.5 km
Duration: 6h 54m

What companies run services between Rusinga Island, Kenya and Arusha, Tanzania?

You can take a bus from Mbita to Arusha via Nairobi, Odeon, Koja, and Nairobi in around 13h 11m.

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