What is the cheapest way to get from Kenya to Mbeya?

The cheapest way to get from Kenya to Mbeya is to bus and train which costs $30 - $50 and takes 38h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kenya to Mbeya?

The fastest way to get from Kenya to Mbeya is to fly which takes 5h 51m and costs $280 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Kenya and Mbeya?

No, there is no direct bus from Kenya to Mbeya. However, there are services departing from Nairobi and arriving at Mbeya via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 38m.

How far is it from Kenya to Mbeya?

The distance between Kenya and Mbeya is 966 km. The road distance is 1264.5 km.

How do I travel from Kenya to Mbeya without a car?

The best way to get from Kenya to Mbeya without a car is to bus which takes 26h 38m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Kenya to Mbeya?

It takes approximately 8h 8m to get from Kenya to Mbeya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kenya to Mbeya bus from?

Kenya to Mbeya bus services, operated by Marangu Luxury Shuttles, depart from Nairobi station.

Bus or fly from Kenya to Mbeya?

The best way to get from Kenya to Mbeya is to fly which takes 8h 8m and costs $190 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 26h 38m.

Where does the Kenya to Mbeya bus arrive?

Kenya to Mbeya bus services, operated by Marangu Luxury Shuttles, arrive at Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Kenya to Mbeya?

Yes, the driving distance between Kenya to Mbeya is 1265 km. It takes approximately 21h 59m to drive from Kenya to Mbeya.

Where can I stay near Mbeya?

There are 17+ hotels available in Mbeya.

Kenya to Mbeya - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from Kenya to Mbeya by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly from Nairobi
best
1. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane NBO - MBI
8h 8m
$191–601
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Moshibus
2. Take the train from Moshi to Dar es Salaamtrain
3. Take the train from Dar es salaam to Mbeyatrain
38h 16m
$33–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Mbeyabus
26h 38m
Drive 1,264.5 km
1. Drive from Nairobi to Mbeyacar 1,264.5 km
21h 59m
$198–286
Fly from Mombasa
1. Fly from Mombasa (MBA) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane MBA - MBI
5h 51m
$280–824
Fly from Kisumu International Airport
1. Fly from Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane KIS - MBI
7h 16m
$314–917
Fly from Eldoret International Airport
1. Fly from Eldoret International Airport (EDL) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane EDL - MBI
9h 14m
$433–1,239
Bus to Julius Nyerere International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Mombasa to Dar es Salaambus
2. Fly from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane DAR - MBI
12h 12m
$134–345
Bus via Mbeya
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Dar es Salaambus
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Mbeyabus
31h

Nairobi (NBO) to Mbeya Airport (MBI) flights

29Weekly Planes

7h 20mAverage Duration

$195Cheapest Price

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Distance: 965.7 km
Duration: 8h 8m

What companies run services between Kenya and Mbeya, Tanzania?

Air Tanzania, Kenya Airways, and three other airlines fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Mbeya Airport (MBI) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nairobi to Mbeya via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal in around 26h 38m.

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