How much does a bus ticket cost in Tanzania?

Bus travel in Tanzania is one of the most affordable ways to get around. Prices vary depending on distance and route: Short trips between nearby cities are usually budget-friendly. In the last 12 months, the average ticket price for domestic routes was CHF 17. Long-distance journeys connecting major hubs are more expensive but still offer great value. International routes to neighboring countries are higher priced but often cheaper than flights. Example fares in Tanzania: Arusha ↔ Nairobi (average: CHF 21 ) Arusha ↔ Moshi (average: CHF 13 ) Moshi ↔ Nairobi (average: CHF 25 )

What is the best way to travel around Tanzania?

While you can choose between different transports, Buses is usually the most convenient and cost-effective way to explore Tanzania with 13 routes.

How do I book bus and train tickets in Tanzania?

Booking a bus or train ticket is simple and flexible: Online with Busbud, you can compare schedules and operators, reserve your seat in advance and pay securely by selecting your preferred method and currency. You can also download our App: Get it on Google Play , Download on the App Store .

How do I travel from Arusha to Nairobi by bus?

The bus is the most popular way to travel from Arusha to Nairobi Travel time: 6h Ticket prices: From CHF 21 Frequency: 4 departures daily Recommended operators: Impala Shuttle , impalashuttle , Desturi Safaris

How do I get from Tanzania to neighbouring countries by bus or train?

The buses connecting with major cities in neighboring countries are: Arusha ↔ Nairobi, Kenya Moshi ↔ Nairobi, Kenya Namanga ↔ Nairobi, Kenya

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What are the most popular routes to Tanzania?

Route	Average price	Average duration	Daily departures
Arusha - Nairobi	Average priceCHF 21	Average duration6h	Daily departures4
Arusha - Moshi	Average priceCHF 13	Average duration2h	Daily departures1
Moshi - Arusha	Average priceCHF 13	Average duration1h 40m	Daily departures1
Moshi - Nairobi	Average priceCHF 25	Average duration7h 40m	Daily departures2
Dar es Salaam - Arusha	Average priceCHF 23	Average duration10h	Daily departures10
Arusha - Dar es Salaam	Average priceCHF 23	Average duration10h	Daily departures10
Namanga - Nairobi	Average priceCHF 13	Average duration2h 40m	Daily departures2
Arusha - Namanga	Average priceCHF 13	Average duration3h 20m	Daily departures2
Namanga - Arusha	Average priceCHF 13	Average duration3h 30m	Daily departures1
Moshi - Dar es Salaam	Average priceCHF 23	Average duration9h 5m	Daily departures5

What popular bus companies operate in Tanzania?

Why choose Busbud?

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Frequently asked questions about traveling in Tanzania

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much does a bus ticket cost in Tanzania?
Bus travel in Tanzania is one of the most affordable ways to get around. Prices vary depending on distance and route: Short trips between nearby cities are usually budget-friendly. In the last 12 months, the average ticket price for domestic routes was CHF 17. Long-distance journeys connecting major hubs are more expensive but still offer great value. International routes to neighboring countries are higher priced but often cheaper than flights.
Example fares in Tanzania:
Arusha ↔ Nairobi (average: CHF 21)
Arusha ↔ Moshi (average: CHF 13)
Moshi ↔ Nairobi (average: CHF 25)
What is the best way to travel around Tanzania?
While you can choose between different transports, Buses is usually the most convenient and cost-effective way to explore Tanzania with 13 routes.
How do I book bus and train tickets in Tanzania?
Booking a bus or train ticket is simple and flexible: Online with Busbud, you can compare schedules and operators, reserve your seat in advance and pay securely by selecting your preferred method and currency. You can also download our App: Get it on Google Play, Download on the App Store.
How do I travel from Arusha to Nairobi by bus?
The bus is the most popular way to travel from Arusha to Nairobi
Travel time: 6h
Ticket prices: From CHF 21
Frequency: 4 departures daily
Recommended operators: Impala Shuttle, impalashuttle, Desturi Safaris
How do I get from Tanzania to neighbouring countries by bus or train?
The buses connecting with major cities in neighboring countries are:
Arusha ↔ Nairobi, Kenya
Moshi ↔ Nairobi, Kenya
Namanga ↔ Nairobi, Kenya