What is the cheapest way to get from Addis Ababa to Arusha?

The cheapest way to get from Addis Ababa to Arusha is to bus which costs $60 - $80 and takes 30h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Addis Ababa to Arusha?

The fastest way to get from Addis Ababa to Arusha is to fly and taxi which takes 5h 51m and costs $320 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Addis Ababa and Arusha?

No, there is no direct bus from Addis Ababa to Arusha. However, there are services departing from Addis Ababa and arriving at Arusha via Eastleigh Terminal and Nairobi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 27m.

How far is it from Addis Ababa to Arusha?

The distance between Addis Ababa and Arusha is 1450 km. The road distance is 1664.1 km.

How do I travel from Addis Ababa to Arusha without a car?

The best way to get from Addis Ababa to Arusha without a car is to bus which takes 30h 27m and costs $60 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Addis Ababa to Arusha?

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Addis Ababa to Arusha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Addis Ababa to Arusha bus from?

Addis Ababa to Arusha bus services, operated by Abyssinia Luxury Coach, depart from Addis Ababa station.

Bus or fly from Addis Ababa to Arusha?

The best way to get from Addis Ababa to Arusha is to bus which takes 30h 27m and costs $60 - $80. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $240 - $900 and takes 7h 16m.

Where does the Addis Ababa to Arusha bus arrive?

Addis Ababa to Arusha bus services, operated by Abyssinia Luxury Coach, arrive at Nairobi station.

Can I drive from Addis Ababa to Arusha?

Yes, the driving distance between Addis Ababa to Arusha is 1664 km. It takes approximately 25h 39m to drive from Addis Ababa to Arusha.

Where can I stay near Arusha?

There are 613+ hotels available in Arusha.

Addis Ababa to Arusha - 4 ways to travel via plane, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Addis Ababa to Arusha by plane, taxi, bus, or car

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Fly to Kilimanjaro International Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)plane ADD - JRO
2. Take the taxi from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to Arushataxi
5h 51m
$326–1,173
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Addis Ababa to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Arushabus
30h 27m
$65–79
Drive 1,664.1 km
1. Drive from Addis Ababa to Arushacar 1,664.1 km
25h 39m
$230–331
Fly to Arusha
1. Fly from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Arusha (ARK)plane ADD - ARK
7h 16m
$241–888

Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) flights

10Weekly Planes

2h 20mAverage Duration

$309Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,450.4 km
Duration: 5h 51m

What companies run services between Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and Arusha, Tanzania?

You can take a bus from Addis Ababa to Arusha via Nairobi, Eastleigh Terminal, Koja, and Nairobi in around 30h 27m. Alternatively, Ethiopian Airlines, World Ticket, and three other airlines fly from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Arusha (ARK) 4 times a day.

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