Compare all timetables for the bus from Nairobi to Arusha
Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Nairobi to Arusha from various bus operators like Tahmeed Coach, Impala Shuttle or Impala Shuttle Tanzania for the next days.
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| Impala Shuttle | 6h 30m | 8:00 AM | Nairobi | ICEA Bus Stop | 2:30 PM | Arusha | Riverside Shuttles | Basic | $27 |
A Bus from Impala Shuttle goes from ICEA Bus Stop, Nairobi (Kenya) at 8/7/2025 8:00:00 AM to Riverside Shuttles, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 8/7/2025 2:30:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
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| Tahmeed Coach | 5h 0m | 4:45 AM | Nairobi | ICEA Bus Stop | 9:45 AM | Arusha | Kilimanjaro express Station | Business | $50 |
A Bus from Tahmeed Coach goes from ICEA Bus Stop, Nairobi (Kenya) at 8/7/2025 4:45:00 AM to Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 8/7/2025 9:45:00 AM. 50 Business ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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| Tahmeed Coach | 5h 0m | 5:00 AM | Nairobi | ICEA Bus Stop | 10:00 AM | Arusha | Kilimanjaro express Station | Business | $50 |
A Bus from Tahmeed Coach goes from ICEA Bus Stop, Nairobi (Kenya) at 8/7/2025 5:00:00 AM to Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 8/7/2025 10:00:00 AM. 50 Business ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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| Tahmeed Coach | 5h 0m | 4:45 PM | Nairobi | ICEA Bus Stop | 9:45 PM | Arusha | Kilimanjaro express Station | Business | $50 |
A Bus from Tahmeed Coach goes from ICEA Bus Stop, Nairobi (Kenya) at 8/7/2025 4:45:00 PM to Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 8/7/2025 9:45:00 PM. 50 Business ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| Impala Shuttle Tanzania | 6h 0m | 8:00 AM | Nairobi | Silver Springs Hotel | 2:00 PM | Arusha | Pablo Picasso Restaurant Bus Stop | Economy | $25 |
A Bus from Impala Shuttle Tanzania goes from Silver Springs Hotel, Nairobi (Kenya) at 8/8/2025 8:00:00 AM to Pablo Picasso Restaurant Bus Stop, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 8/8/2025 2:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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| Impala Shuttle | 6h 30m | 8:00 AM | Nairobi | ICEA Bus Stop | 2:30 PM | Arusha | Riverside Shuttles | Basic | $27 |
A Bus from Impala Shuttle goes from ICEA Bus Stop, Nairobi (Kenya) at 8/8/2025 8:00:00 AM to Riverside Shuttles, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 8/8/2025 2:30:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
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| Tahmeed Coach | 5h 0m | 4:00 AM | Nairobi | ICEA Bus Stop | 9:00 AM | Arusha | Kilimanjaro express Station | Business | $50 |
A Bus from Tahmeed Coach goes from ICEA Bus Stop, Nairobi (Kenya) at 8/8/2025 4:00:00 AM to Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 8/8/2025 9:00:00 AM. 50 Business ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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| Tahmeed Coach | 5h 0m | 4:45 AM | Nairobi | ICEA Bus Stop | 9:45 AM | Arusha | Kilimanjaro express Station | Business | $50 |
A Bus from Tahmeed Coach goes from ICEA Bus Stop, Nairobi (Kenya) at 8/8/2025 4:45:00 AM to Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 8/8/2025 9:45:00 AM. 50 Business ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| Impala Shuttle Tanzania | 6h 0m | 8:00 AM | Nairobi | Silver Springs Hotel | 2:00 PM | Arusha | Pablo Picasso Restaurant Bus Stop | Economy | $25 |
A Bus from Impala Shuttle Tanzania goes from Silver Springs Hotel, Nairobi (Kenya) at 8/9/2025 8:00:00 AM to Pablo Picasso Restaurant Bus Stop, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 8/9/2025 2:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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| Impala Shuttle | 6h 30m | 8:00 AM | Nairobi | ICEA Bus Stop | 2:30 PM | Arusha | Riverside Shuttles | Basic | $27 |
A Bus from Impala Shuttle goes from ICEA Bus Stop, Nairobi (Kenya) at 8/9/2025 8:00:00 AM to Riverside Shuttles, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 8/9/2025 2:30:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
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| Tahmeed Coach | 5h 0m | 4:00 AM | Nairobi | ICEA Bus Stop | 9:00 AM | Arusha | Kilimanjaro express Station | Business | $50 |
A Bus from Tahmeed Coach goes from ICEA Bus Stop, Nairobi (Kenya) at 8/9/2025 4:00:00 AM to Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 8/9/2025 9:00:00 AM. 50 Business ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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| Tahmeed Coach | 5h 0m | 4:45 AM | Nairobi | ICEA Bus Stop | 9:45 AM | Arusha | Kilimanjaro express Station | Business | $50 |
A Bus from Tahmeed Coach goes from ICEA Bus Stop, Nairobi (Kenya) at 8/9/2025 4:45:00 AM to Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 8/9/2025 9:45:00 AM. 50 Business ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| Impala Shuttle | 6h 30m | 8:00 AM | Nairobi | ICEA Bus Stop | 2:30 PM | Arusha | Riverside Shuttles | Economy | $25 |
A Bus from Impala Shuttle goes from ICEA Bus Stop, Nairobi (Kenya) at 8/10/2025 8:00:00 AM to Riverside Shuttles, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 8/10/2025 2:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
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| Impala Shuttle | 6h 30m | 8:00 AM | Nairobi | ICEA Bus Stop | 2:30 PM | Arusha | Riverside Shuttles | Basic | $27 |
A Bus from Impala Shuttle goes from ICEA Bus Stop, Nairobi (Kenya) at 8/10/2025 8:00:00 AM to Riverside Shuttles, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 8/10/2025 2:30:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
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| Tahmeed Coach | 5h 0m | 4:00 AM | Nairobi | ICEA Bus Stop | 9:00 AM | Arusha | Kilimanjaro express Station | Business | $50 |
A Bus from Tahmeed Coach goes from ICEA Bus Stop, Nairobi (Kenya) at 8/10/2025 4:00:00 AM to Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 8/10/2025 9:00:00 AM. 50 Business ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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| Tahmeed Coach | 5h 0m | 4:45 AM | Nairobi | ICEA Bus Stop | 9:45 AM | Arusha | Kilimanjaro express Station | Business | $50 |
A Bus from Tahmeed Coach goes from ICEA Bus Stop, Nairobi (Kenya) at 8/10/2025 4:45:00 AM to Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 8/10/2025 9:45:00 AM. 50 Business ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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| Tahmeed Coach | 5h 0m | 5:00 AM | Nairobi | ICEA Bus Stop | 10:00 AM | Arusha | Kilimanjaro express Station | Business | $50 |
A Bus from Tahmeed Coach goes from ICEA Bus Stop, Nairobi (Kenya) at 8/10/2025 5:00:00 AM to Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 8/10/2025 10:00:00 AM. 50 Business ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| Impala Shuttle Tanzania | 6h 0m | 8:00 AM | Nairobi | Silver Springs Hotel | 2:00 PM | Arusha | Pablo Picasso Restaurant Bus Stop | Economy | $25 |
A Bus from Impala Shuttle Tanzania goes from Silver Springs Hotel, Nairobi (Kenya) at 8/11/2025 8:00:00 AM to Pablo Picasso Restaurant Bus Stop, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 8/11/2025 2:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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| Impala Shuttle | 6h 30m | 8:00 AM | Nairobi | ICEA Bus Stop | 2:30 PM | Arusha | Riverside Shuttles | Basic | $27 |
A Bus from Impala Shuttle goes from ICEA Bus Stop, Nairobi (Kenya) at 8/11/2025 8:00:00 AM to Riverside Shuttles, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 8/11/2025 2:30:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
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| Tahmeed Coach | 5h 0m | 4:00 AM | Nairobi | ICEA Bus Stop | 9:00 AM | Arusha | Kilimanjaro express Station | Business | $50 |
A Bus from Tahmeed Coach goes from ICEA Bus Stop, Nairobi (Kenya) at 8/11/2025 4:00:00 AM to Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 8/11/2025 9:00:00 AM. 50 Business ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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| Tahmeed Coach | 5h 0m | 4:45 AM | Nairobi | ICEA Bus Stop | 9:45 AM | Arusha | Kilimanjaro express Station | Business | $50 |
A Bus from Tahmeed Coach goes from ICEA Bus Stop, Nairobi (Kenya) at 8/11/2025 4:45:00 AM to Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 8/11/2025 9:45:00 AM. 50 Business ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| Impala Shuttle Tanzania | 6h 0m | 8:00 AM | Nairobi | Silver Springs Hotel | 2:00 PM | Arusha | Pablo Picasso Restaurant Bus Stop | Economy | $25 |
A Bus from Impala Shuttle Tanzania goes from Silver Springs Hotel, Nairobi (Kenya) at 8/12/2025 8:00:00 AM to Pablo Picasso Restaurant Bus Stop, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 8/12/2025 2:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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| Impala Shuttle | 6h 30m | 8:00 AM | Nairobi | ICEA Bus Stop | 2:30 PM | Arusha | Riverside Shuttles | Basic | $26 |
A Bus from Impala Shuttle goes from ICEA Bus Stop, Nairobi (Kenya) at 8/12/2025 8:00:00 AM to Riverside Shuttles, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 8/12/2025 2:30:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| Impala Shuttle Tanzania | 6h 0m | 8:00 AM | Nairobi | Silver Springs Hotel | 2:00 PM | Arusha | Pablo Picasso Restaurant Bus Stop | Economy | $25 |
A Bus from Impala Shuttle Tanzania goes from Silver Springs Hotel, Nairobi (Kenya) at 8/13/2025 8:00:00 AM to Pablo Picasso Restaurant Bus Stop, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 8/13/2025 2:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Nairobi to Arusha is $22 on 8/5/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.
Frequency of bus connections between Nairobi and Arusha
Sunday
is the busiest day, with more than 6 daily buses from Nairobi to Arusha. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Nairobi and Arusha.
The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 14 buses from Nairobi to Arusha, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Nairobi and Arusha, with 5 offers.
Facts about the bus from Nairobi to Arusha
Compare all providers like Tahmeed Coach, Impala Shuttle and Impala Shuttle Tanzania that travel 4 times every day by bus from Nairobi to Arusha in one click! Book your bus ticket from Nairobi to Arusha starting from $22!
| Cheapest Bus | $22 |
| Fastest Bus | 5h 0m |
| Earliest Bus | 4:45 AM |
| Latest Bus | 8:00 AM |
| Daily Bus Routes | 4 Ø |
| Distance | 144.3 miles |
| Bus Companies | Tahmeed Coach, Impala Shuttle and Impala Shuttle Tanzania |
Cheapest bus connections from Nairobi to Arusha
Every day, 4 buses from 3 bus companies leave Nairobi for Arusha: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 08/08/2025 and for the following days.
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
08/03
Monday
08/04
Tuesday
08/05
Wednesday
08/06
Thursday
08/07
$24
Friday
08/08
$25
Saturday
08/09
$24
Sunday
08/10
$25
Monday
08/11
$27
Tuesday
08/12
$25
Wednesday
08/13
$34
Thursday
08/14
$25
Friday
08/15
$34
Saturday
08/16
$27
Sunday
08/17
$27
Monday
08/18
$26
Tuesday
08/19
Wednesday
08/20
$25
Thursday
08/21
$27
Friday
08/22
$27
Saturday
08/23
$27
Sunday
08/24
$27
Monday
08/25
$27
Tuesday
08/26
$27
Wednesday
08/27
Thursday
08/28
$27
Friday
08/29
$26
Saturday
08/30
The cheapest time to travel from Nairobi to Arusha
With a price starting from $24, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Nairobi to Arusha. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $25.
Night
is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Nairobi to Arusha, with $24. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $50.
How to save money travelling from Nairobi to Arusha
Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:
Book the ticket from Nairobi to Arusha in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Nairobi to Arusha, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.
If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Nairobi to Arusha are also emptier.Beloved bus companies from Nairobi to Arusha
These are the most booked bus companies between Nairobi to Arusha from our users.
Tahmeed Coach from Nairobi to Arusha
Here you will find the key facts about the Tahmeed Coach bus route Nairobi to Arusha:
| Cheapest Price | $50 |
| Fastest Bus | 5h 0m |
| Earliest Bus | 4:45 AM |
| Last Bus | 4:45 PM |
| Daily Connections | 3 Ø |
| Found on | 8/7/2025 |
Impala Shuttle from Nairobi to Arusha
Here you will find the key facts about the Impala Shuttle bus route Nairobi to Arusha:
| Cheapest Price | $25 |
| Fastest Bus | 6h 30m |
| Earliest Bus | 8:00 AM |
| Last Bus | 8:00 AM |
| Daily Connections | 1 Ø |
| Found on | 8/7/2025 |
All bus stations and stops in Nairobi and Arusha
In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Nairobi and Arusha.
Compare the bus with other modes of transport
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Service and Comfort on the bus from Nairobi to Arusha
Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Nairobi to Arusha? Or which bus companies serve the route Nairobi to Arusha? Below you will find answers to your questions.
FAQs about the Nairobi to Arusha bus
How much does a Nairobi Arusha bus trip cost?
This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $22 and takes 6h 0m to reach Arusha. Compare offers to save money!
How much could I save by comparing buses from Nairobi to Arusha?
This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $22 and $50. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Arusha.
On average, how many connections are available from Nairobi to Arusha each day?
Every day, the Nairobi to Arusha bus route is served by approximately 4 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.
How long does a bus journey from Nairobi to Arusha take?
The fastest bus from Nairobi to Arusha is offered by Tahmeed Coach and takes 5h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $50. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.
What time is the first bus from Nairobi to Arusha?
The earliest bus arriving in Arusha from Nairobi starts at 4:45 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.
What time is the last bus from Nairobi to Arusha?
The latest bus trip departing from Nairobi for Arusha starts at 8:00 AM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.
Which bus companies operate the Nairobi Arusha route?
When traveling by bus from Nairobi to Arusha, passengers can travel with Tahmeed Coach, Impala Shuttle and Impala Shuttle Tanzania. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.
Is there a direct bus between Nairobi and Arusha?
You can check all the direct connections between Nairobi and Arusha by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Tahmeed Coach, Impala Shuttle and Impala Shuttle Tanzania.
What can I take with me on the Nairobi to Arusha bus route?
Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Nairobi Arusha bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.
What equipment is available for the Nairobi Arusha bus route?
The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Nairobi to Arusha on your planned travel date.
Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Nairobi to Arusha
Basic
Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.
Economy
The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.
Business
Comfortable seating, food and drink service, accompanied generally by ticket flexibility.
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