Arusha to Nairobi Trip Overview
Distance 233 km (145.6 miles) | |
Price range US$ 20-US$ 275 | |
Ride Duration Range 3h-8h | |
Earliest Departure 21:00 | |
Latest Departure 23:00 | |
Most Popular Operator |
Find up-to-date information on departure times, schedules, and prices so you can easily compare and book your tickets.
Taking a bus from Arusha to Nairobi
Fastest bus: 4h
Cheapest bus: US$ 20

About the ride from Arusha to Nairobi
Arusha to Nairobi Route Information
The distance between Arusha and Nairobi is 146 miles, or approximately 233 kilometers.
There are 3 ways to get from Arusha to Nairobi, including bus,minivan,car.
The earliest departure leaves at 21:00 and has a duration of 4 hours 35 minutes.
The fastest way to travel is by minivan, which takes approximately 3 hours.
Depending on how you choose to travel, the following amenities are available:.
Arusha to Nairobi by bus
- Starting Price: US$ 20
- 54 departures a day, or 378 departures a week
There are 4 travel classes for this journey, including: VIP, Economy, Standard and Comfort.
Each bus ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all bus options.
Arusha to Nairobi by minivan
- Starting Price: US$ 21
- 321 departures a day, or 2247 departures a week
There are 5 travel classes for this journey, including: Shuttle, Tourist, Comfort, Standard and Luxury.
Each minivan ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all minivan options.
Arusha to Nairobi by car
- Starting Price: US$ 198
- 422 departures a day, or 2954 departures a week
There are 2 travel classes for this journey, including: 4x4 (4WD) and Comfort.
Each car ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all car options.
Companies Operating from Arusha to Nairobi
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Popular stations and stops in Arusha and Nairobi
Departure stations in Arusha
Arusha - Any hotel
Arusha Central Bus Station
Tahmeed Coach - Arusha
Arusha - Hotel List
Brac Arusha Regional Office
Arrival stations in Nairobi
Tahmeed Coach - Nairobi
Nairobi - Any hotel
Nairobi Airport (NBO)
Salum Rashid Classic Coach - Nairobi
Parkside Hotel
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Questions & Answers for Traveling from Arusha to Nairobi
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Who are the service providers on this route?
MINIVAN: Nairobi Arusha Shuttle Bus | Impala Shuttle EA | Impala Shuttle | Zanzibar Private Tours
CAR: Nairobi Arusha Shuttle Bus | Riverside Shuttle
BUS: Nairobi Arusha Shuttle Bus | Tahmeed Coach | Impala Shuttle | Salum Rashid Classic Coach
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