How to get from Nairobi to Arusha?

There are 4 ways to get from Nairobi to Arusha by plane, taxi, bus, car, or shuttle. We will explain about each of these down below:

By shuttle bus

Taking the bus is arguably the most popular and cost-effective choice. Plus, the trip is gorgeous and fun, which is a nice bonus!

There are several busses available for crossing the border from Kenya to Tanzania, with prices ranging from $25 to $35 per passenger. The buses are normally comfortable, and there is a dedicated area where you may store your bags.

The distance between Nairobi and Arusha is around 275 kilometers, therefore the travel will take between 4 and 5 hours.

By plane

The fastest way to get from Kenya to Arusha is to fly and taxi which takes 1h 50m and costs $230 - $400. You can also take a plane from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO).

By car

If you wish to do it with a rented car, the procedure is very simple, but you will need to bring the following documents with you:

Driver's license
The vehicle's registration documents
Road tax (costs US$25).
Fuel levy (a set price that covers fuel volatility; in this example, it costs US$4)
Insurance may be purchased at the border crossing.
Temporary import permit - this will allow you to cross the border to Tanzania with a hired automobile (waived if you return the car to its place of registration); it costs US$17 for one month and may also be purchased at the border.

By taxi

Aside from the plane, this is the most costly choice. You'll need to take a cab from Nairobi to the border, then cross it on foot before taking another taxi to Arusha.

The price will be roughly US$70 from Nairobi to the Namanga border (2 hours and 30 minutes), and around US$45 from Namanga to Arusha (1 hour and 30 minutes). You may hail a cab from the Nairobi bus terminal.

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