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

The cheapest way to get from Tunduma to Arusha is to bus which costs $49 - $52 and takes 25h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tunduma to Arusha is to Private Transfer and fly and taxi which takes 14h 15m and costs $220 - $750.

Is there a direct train between Tunduma and Arusha?

No, there is no direct train from Tunduma to Arusha. However, there are services departing from Nakonde and arriving at Arusha via Dar es Salaam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42h 52m.

How far is it from Tunduma to Arusha?

The distance between Tunduma and Arusha is 1542 km. The road distance is 1106.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Tunduma to Arusha without a car is to bus which takes 25h 35m and costs $49 - $52.

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

It takes approximately 25h 35m to get from Tunduma to Arusha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tunduma to Arusha train from?

Tunduma to Arusha train services, operated by Tanzania Zambia Railway Authority, depart from Nakonde station.

Train or bus from Tunduma to Arusha?

The best way to get from Tunduma to Arusha is to bus which takes 25h 35m and costs $49 - $52. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 42h 52m.

Where does the Tunduma to Arusha train arrive?

Tunduma to Arusha train services, operated by Tanzania Zambia Railway Authority, arrive at Dar es salaam station.

Can I drive from Tunduma to Arusha?

Yes, the driving distance between Tunduma to Arusha is 1106 km. It takes approximately 19h 49m to drive from Tunduma to Arusha.

Where can I stay near Arusha?

There are 593+ hotels available in Arusha.

Tunduma to Arusha - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Private Transfer

There are 5 ways to get from Tunduma to Arusha by bus, train, car, shuttle, plane, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Tunduma Terminal to Magufuli Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Central Bus Terminalbus
25h 35m
$50–52
Train
1. Take the train from Nakonde to Dar es salaamtrain
2. Take the train from Dar es Salaam to Arushatrain
42h 52m
Drive 1,106.5 km
1. Drive from Tunduma to Arushacar 1,106.5 km
19h 49m
$138–199
Private Transfer , fly to Arusha
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tunduma to Mbeya Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Mbeya Airport (MBI) to Arusha (ARK)plane MBI - ARK
17h 5m
$183–605
Private Transfer , fly to Kilimanjaro International Airport, taxi
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tunduma to Mbeya Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Mbeya Airport (MBI) to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)plane MBI - JRO
3. Take the taxi from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to Arushataxi
14h 15m
$227–751

Mbeya Airport (MBI) to Arusha (ARK) flights

12Weekly Planes

15h 1mAverage Duration

$124Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Tunduma to Arusha.

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Distance: 1,541.9 km
Duration: 25h 35m

What companies run services between Tunduma, Tanzania and Arusha, Tanzania?

You can take a bus from Tunduma Terminal to Central Bus Terminal via Magufuli Bus Terminal, Kimara, Ubungo, and Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal in around 25h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Nakonde to Arusha via Dar es salaam and Dar es Salaam in around 42h 52m.

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