What is the best way to travel from Mwanza to Arusha?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Arusha from Mwanza?
You can reach Arusha with just £14 by taking a Bus from Masalu High Class, 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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Masalu High Class13h 25m005:00MwanzaNyamhongolo Bus Station18:25ArushaKilimanjaro express Station0Premium EconomyA Bus from Masalu High Class goes from Nyamhongolo Bus Station, Mwanza (Tanzania) at 05/12/2025 05:00:00 to Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 05/12/2025 18:25:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
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Impala Shuttle13h 25m005:00MwanzaNyamhongolo Bus Station18:25ArushaKilimanjaro express Station0BasicA Bus from Impala Shuttle goes from Nyamhongolo Bus Station, Mwanza (Tanzania) at 05/12/2025 05:00:00 to Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 05/12/2025 18:25:00. 50 Basic ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
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Zanzibar Private Tours6h 0m000:00MwanzaPick Up Point06:00ArushaKilimanjaro express Station0Premium EconomyA Car from Zanzibar Private Tours goes from Pick Up Point, Mwanza (Tanzania) at 05/12/2025 00:00:00 to Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 05/12/2025 06:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £74 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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Zanzibar Private Tours6h 0m001:00MwanzaPick Up Point07:00ArushaKilimanjaro express Station0Premium EconomyA Car from Zanzibar Private Tours goes from Pick Up Point, Mwanza (Tanzania) at 05/12/2025 01:00:00 to Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 05/12/2025 07:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £74 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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Desturi Safaris9h 0m000:00MwanzaPick Up Point09:00ArushaKilimanjaro express Station0Premium EconomyA Car from Desturi Safaris goes from Pick Up Point, Mwanza (Tanzania) at 05/12/2025 00:00:00 to Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 05/12/2025 09:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £104 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 0m
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Desturi Safaris9h 0m001:00MwanzaPick Up Point10:00ArushaKilimanjaro express Station0Premium EconomyA Car from Desturi Safaris goes from Pick Up Point, Mwanza (Tanzania) at 05/12/2025 01:00:00 to Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 05/12/2025 10:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £104 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 0m
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Impala Shuttle11h 0m002:30MwanzaPick Up Point13:30ArushaKilimanjaro express Station0Premium EconomyA Car from Impala Shuttle goes from Pick Up Point, Mwanza (Tanzania) at 05/12/2025 02:30:00 to Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 05/12/2025 13:30:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £371 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 0m
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What are the fastest trips from Mwanza to Arusha?
You can get to Arusha from Mwanza in just 6h 0m with a Carpool from Zanzibar Private Tours. 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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Zanzibar Private Tours6h 0m000:00MwanzaPick Up Point06:00ArushaKilimanjaro express Station0Premium EconomyA Car from Zanzibar Private Tours goes from Pick Up Point, Mwanza (Tanzania) at 05/12/2025 00:00:00 to Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 05/12/2025 06:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £74 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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Zanzibar Private Tours6h 0m001:00MwanzaPick Up Point07:00ArushaKilimanjaro express Station0Premium EconomyA Car from Zanzibar Private Tours goes from Pick Up Point, Mwanza (Tanzania) at 05/12/2025 01:00:00 to Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 05/12/2025 07:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £74 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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Desturi Safaris9h 0m000:00MwanzaPick Up Point09:00ArushaKilimanjaro express Station0Premium EconomyA Car from Desturi Safaris goes from Pick Up Point, Mwanza (Tanzania) at 05/12/2025 00:00:00 to Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 05/12/2025 09:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £104 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 0m
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Desturi Safaris9h 0m001:00MwanzaPick Up Point10:00ArushaKilimanjaro express Station0Premium EconomyA Car from Desturi Safaris goes from Pick Up Point, Mwanza (Tanzania) at 05/12/2025 01:00:00 to Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 05/12/2025 10:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £104 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 0m
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Impala Shuttle11h 0m002:30MwanzaPick Up Point13:30ArushaKilimanjaro express Station0Premium EconomyA Car from Impala Shuttle goes from Pick Up Point, Mwanza (Tanzania) at 05/12/2025 02:30:00 to Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 05/12/2025 13:30:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £371 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 0m
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Masalu High Class13h 25m005:00MwanzaNyamhongolo Bus Station18:25ArushaKilimanjaro express Station0Premium EconomyA Bus from Masalu High Class goes from Nyamhongolo Bus Station, Mwanza (Tanzania) at 05/12/2025 05:00:00 to Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 05/12/2025 18:25:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
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Impala Shuttle13h 25m005:00MwanzaNyamhongolo Bus Station18:25ArushaKilimanjaro express Station0BasicA Bus from Impala Shuttle goes from Nyamhongolo Bus Station, Mwanza (Tanzania) at 05/12/2025 05:00:00 to Kilimanjaro express Station, Arusha (Tanzania) arriving at 05/12/2025 18:25:00. 50 Basic ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
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Bus from Mwanza to Arusha
What are the most popular stations in Mwanza and Arusha?
In Mwanza, you will usually depart from Shigmark Hotel, Nyamhongolo Bus Station or Pick Up Point, while in Arusha you will be arriving at Kilimanjaro express Station, Pablo Picasso Restaurant Coach Stop or Riverside Shuttles, 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 7 connections between 4 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 Mwanza and Arusha, you can pay as low as £14 with a Bus from Masalu High Class.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 Arusha in just 6h 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 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 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 Usagara or to Arusha Airport, and look at flights from , 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 Zanzibar Private Tours, Desturi Safaris and Impala Shuttle. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Masalu High Class and Impala Shuttle
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 7 connections between Carpool 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 £14 by taking a Bus from Masalu High Class.
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 6h 0m with a Carpool from Zanzibar Private Tours.
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!
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