What is the best way to travel from Mwanza to Arusha?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Carpool, Flights and Buses to Arusha from Mwanza. Look at different modes of transportation, search 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 Arusha from Mwanza?
You can reach Arusha with just £22 by taking a Bus from Impala Shuttle, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Impala Shuttle13h 25m005:00MwanzaNyamhongolo Bus Station18:25ArushaKilimanjaro express Station0EconomyA Bus from Impala Shuttle goes from Nyamhongolo Bus Station, Mwanza (Tanzania) at 23/09/2026 05:00:00 to Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 23/09/2026 18:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
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Precision Air1h 15m012:50Mwanza AirportMwanza Airport14:05KilimanjaroKilimanjaro Airport0EconomyA Flight from Precision Air goes from Mwanza Airport, Mwanza Airport (Tanzania) at 23/09/2026 12:50:00 to Kilimanjaro Airport, Kilimanjaro (Tanzania) arriving at 23/09/2026 14:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £75 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
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Air Tanzania1h 0m015:20Mwanza AirportMwanza Airport16:20KilimanjaroKilimanjaro Airport0EconomyA Flight from Air Tanzania goes from Mwanza Airport, Mwanza Airport (Tanzania) at 23/09/2026 15:20:00 to Kilimanjaro Airport, Kilimanjaro (Tanzania) arriving at 23/09/2026 16:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £93 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 0m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
Cheapest Flights Wednesday
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Impala Shuttle13h 25m006:00MwanzaPick Up Point19:25ArushaKilimanjaro express Station0EconomyA Bus from Impala Shuttle goes from Pick Up Point, Mwanza (Tanzania) at 25/09/2026 06:00:00 to Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 25/09/2026 19:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
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Impala Shuttle13h 25m005:00MwanzaNyamhongolo Bus Station18:25ArushaKilimanjaro express Station0EconomyA Bus from Impala Shuttle goes from Nyamhongolo Bus Station, Mwanza (Tanzania) at 25/09/2026 05:00:00 to Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 25/09/2026 18:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
Cheapest Buses Friday
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Impala Shuttle13h 25m006:00MwanzaPick Up Point19:25ArushaKilimanjaro express Station0EconomyA Bus from Impala Shuttle goes from Pick Up Point, Mwanza (Tanzania) at 26/09/2026 06:00:00 to Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 26/09/2026 19:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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Impala Shuttle13h 25m005:00MwanzaNyamhongolo Bus Station18:25ArushaKilimanjaro express Station0EconomyA Bus from Impala Shuttle goes from Nyamhongolo Bus Station, Mwanza (Tanzania) at 28/09/2026 05:00:00 to Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 28/09/2026 18:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
Cheapest Buses Monday
What are the fastest trips from Mwanza to Arusha?
You can get to Arusha from Mwanza in just 1h 0m with a Flight from Air Tanzania. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Air Tanzania1h 0m015:20Mwanza AirportMwanza Airport16:20KilimanjaroKilimanjaro Airport0EconomyA Flight from Air Tanzania goes from Mwanza Airport, Mwanza Airport (Tanzania) at 23/09/2026 15:20:00 to Kilimanjaro Airport, Kilimanjaro (Tanzania) arriving at 23/09/2026 16:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £93 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 0m
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Precision Air1h 15m012:50Mwanza AirportMwanza Airport14:05KilimanjaroKilimanjaro Airport0EconomyA Flight from Precision Air goes from Mwanza Airport, Mwanza Airport (Tanzania) at 23/09/2026 12:50:00 to Kilimanjaro Airport, Kilimanjaro (Tanzania) arriving at 23/09/2026 14:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £75 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
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Impala Shuttle13h 25m005:00MwanzaNyamhongolo Bus Station18:25ArushaKilimanjaro express Station0EconomyA Bus from Impala Shuttle goes from Nyamhongolo Bus Station, Mwanza (Tanzania) at 23/09/2026 05:00:00 to Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 23/09/2026 18:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
Fastest Flights Wednesday
Fastest Buses Wednesday
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Impala Shuttle13h 25m006:00MwanzaPick Up Point19:25ArushaKilimanjaro express Station0EconomyA Bus from Impala Shuttle goes from Pick Up Point, Mwanza (Tanzania) at 25/09/2026 06:00:00 to Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 25/09/2026 19:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
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Impala Shuttle13h 25m005:00MwanzaNyamhongolo Bus Station18:25ArushaKilimanjaro express Station0EconomyA Bus from Impala Shuttle goes from Nyamhongolo Bus Station, Mwanza (Tanzania) at 25/09/2026 05:00:00 to Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 25/09/2026 18:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
Fastest Buses Friday
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Impala Shuttle13h 25m006:00MwanzaPick Up Point19:25ArushaKilimanjaro express Station0EconomyA Bus from Impala Shuttle goes from Pick Up Point, Mwanza (Tanzania) at 26/09/2026 06:00:00 to Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 26/09/2026 19:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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Impala Shuttle13h 25m005:00MwanzaNyamhongolo Bus Station18:25ArushaKilimanjaro express Station0EconomyA Bus from Impala Shuttle goes from Nyamhongolo Bus Station, Mwanza (Tanzania) at 28/09/2026 05:00:00 to Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 28/09/2026 18:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
Fastest Buses Monday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Mwanza to Arusha
What are the most popular stations in Mwanza and Arusha?
In Mwanza, you will usually depart from Pick Up Point, Nyamhongolo Bus Station or Shigmark Hotel, while in Arusha you will be arriving at Pablo Picasso Restaurant Coach Stop, Riverside Shuttles or Kilimanjaro express 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 Arusha from Mwanza? With 1 connections between 3 Carpool, Flight 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 Mwanza and Arusha, you can pay as low as £22 with a Bus from Impala Shuttle.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 Flight from Air Tanzania: you will get to Arusha in just 1h 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 Mwanza and Arusha are Impala Shuttle, Precision Air and Air Tanzania, 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 Mwanza and Arusha 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 Mwanza Airport or to Arusha Airport, and look at flights from Mwanza Airport, and landing at Arusha Airport. 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 Mwanza to Arusha?
The most popular companies between Mwanza and Arusha, are Impala Shuttle, Precision Air and Air Tanzania. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Impala Shuttle
Airlines: Precision Air and Air Tanzania
All you need to know when you travel from Mwanza to Arusha
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Mwanza to Arusha. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Mwanza to Arusha
How can I reach Arusha from Mwanza?
Every day, there are on average 1 connections between Carpool, Flight and Bus, with which you can get to Arusha from Mwanza.
How far is Arusha from Mwanza?
The distance between Mwanza and Arusha is 430.6 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Mwanza and Arusha?
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 12 kgs of CO2, a train 15 kgs, a car 73 kgs, and a flight 106 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Mwanza to Arusha?
You can get to Arusha with just £22 by taking a Bus from Impala Shuttle.
What is the fastest way to get from Mwanza to Arusha?
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 Arusha in just 1h 0m with a Flight from Air Tanzania.
More routes to Mwanza and to Arusha
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Mwanza and to Arusha. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
