What is the best way to travel from Arusha to Tanga?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Carpool and Buses for the journey to Tanga from Arusha. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Tanga from Arusha?
You can get to Tanga with just $108 by taking a Carpool from Zanzibar Private Tours, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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Zanzibar Private Tours7h 0m011:00 AMArushaKilimanjaro express Station6:00 PMTangaBus Stop0Premium EconomyA Car from Zanzibar Private Tours goes from Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) at 12/3/2025 11:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Tanga (Tanzania) arriving at 12/3/2025 6:00:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $108 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
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Zanzibar Private Tours7h 0m012:00 PMArushaKilimanjaro express Station7:00 PMTangaBus Stop0Premium EconomyA Car from Zanzibar Private Tours goes from Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) at 12/3/2025 12:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, Tanga (Tanzania) arriving at 12/3/2025 7:00:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $108 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
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Desturi Safaris7h 0m011:00 AMArushaKilimanjaro express Station6:00 PMTangaBus Stop0Premium EconomyA Car from Desturi Safaris goes from Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) at 12/3/2025 11:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Tanga (Tanzania) arriving at 12/3/2025 6:00:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $126 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
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Desturi Safaris7h 0m012:00 PMArushaKilimanjaro express Station7:00 PMTangaBus Stop0Premium EconomyA Car from Desturi Safaris goes from Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) at 12/3/2025 12:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, Tanga (Tanzania) arriving at 12/3/2025 7:00:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $126 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
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Impala Shuttle7h 0m02:30 PMArushaKilimanjaro express Station9:30 PMTangaBus Stop0Premium EconomyA Car from Impala Shuttle goes from Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) at 12/3/2025 2:30:00 PM to Bus Stop, Tanga (Tanzania) arriving at 12/3/2025 9:30:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $495 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
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What are the fastest trips from Arusha to Tanga?
You can get to Tanga from Arusha in just 7h 0m with a Carpool from Zanzibar Private Tours. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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Zanzibar Private Tours7h 0m011:00 AMArushaKilimanjaro express Station6:00 PMTangaBus Stop0Premium EconomyA Car from Zanzibar Private Tours goes from Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) at 12/3/2025 11:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Tanga (Tanzania) arriving at 12/3/2025 6:00:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $108 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
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Zanzibar Private Tours7h 0m012:00 PMArushaKilimanjaro express Station7:00 PMTangaBus Stop0Premium EconomyA Car from Zanzibar Private Tours goes from Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) at 12/3/2025 12:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, Tanga (Tanzania) arriving at 12/3/2025 7:00:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $108 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
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Desturi Safaris7h 0m011:00 AMArushaKilimanjaro express Station6:00 PMTangaBus Stop0Premium EconomyA Car from Desturi Safaris goes from Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) at 12/3/2025 11:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Tanga (Tanzania) arriving at 12/3/2025 6:00:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $126 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
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Desturi Safaris7h 0m012:00 PMArushaKilimanjaro express Station7:00 PMTangaBus Stop0Premium EconomyA Car from Desturi Safaris goes from Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) at 12/3/2025 12:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, Tanga (Tanzania) arriving at 12/3/2025 7:00:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $126 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
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Impala Shuttle7h 0m02:30 PMArushaKilimanjaro express Station9:30 PMTangaBus Stop0Premium EconomyA Car from Impala Shuttle goes from Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) at 12/3/2025 2:30:00 PM to Bus Stop, Tanga (Tanzania) arriving at 12/3/2025 9:30:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $495 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
Fastest Carpool Wednesday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Arusha to Tanga
What are the most popular stations in Arusha and Tanga?
In Arusha, you will usually depart from Kilimanjaro express Station, Riverside Shuttles or Pablo Picasso Restaurant Bus Stop, while in Tanga you will be arriving at Bus Stop or Bus Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Tanga from Arusha? With 5 connections between 3 Carpool and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Arusha and Tanga, you can pay as low as $108 with a Carpool from Zanzibar Private Tours.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Carpool from Zanzibar Private Tours: you will get to Tanga in just 7h 0m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Arusha and Tanga are Zanzibar Private Tours, Desturi Safaris and Impala Shuttle, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Arusha and Tanga is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Arusha Airport or to Majengo, and look at flights from Arusha Airport, and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Arusha to Tanga?
The most popular companies between Arusha and Tanga, are Zanzibar Private Tours, Desturi Safaris and Impala Shuttle. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
All you need to know when you travel from Arusha to Tanga
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Arusha to Tanga. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Arusha to Tanga
How can I reach Tanga from Arusha?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Carpool and Bus, with which you can get to Tanga from Arusha.
How far is Tanga from Arusha?
The distance between Arusha and Tanga is 203.9 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Arusha and Tanga?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 9 kgs of CO2, a train 11 kgs, a car 56 kgs, and a flight 81 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Arusha to Tanga?
You can get to Tanga with just $108 by taking a Carpool from Zanzibar Private Tours.
What is the fastest way to get from Arusha to Tanga?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Tanga in just 7h 0m with a Carpool from Zanzibar Private Tours.
More routes to Arusha and to Tanga
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Arusha and to Tanga. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
