Description
The NgurdotoShuttle offers a reliable and affordable daily transfer service between Arusha, Tanzania, and Nairobi, Kenya, via the Namanga border. Covering approximately 274 km in 5 to 6 hours, this route is ideal for both tourists and business travelers seeking comfort, convenience, and punctuality.
With two daily departures at 7:00 AM and 2:00 PM, passengers enjoy air-conditioned comfort, reclining seats, and onboard entertainment for a relaxing journey.
📍 Boarding Points in Arusha
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Main Departure Point: Impala Shuttle office at Brac Offices, Impala Shuttle Main Bus Stop, Simeon Road.
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Hotel Pick-Up Service: Available from central Arusha hotels including Arusha Backpackers, Four Points by Sheraton, and Kibo Palace, within a 3 km radius of the departure point.
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Pick-Up Timings:
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Morning Shuttle – Be at the hotel reception by 6:30 AM
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Afternoon Shuttle – Be at the hotel reception by 1:30 PM
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Important: Confirm your pick-up location when booking. If your hotel is not listed, select the nearest convenient stop, such as Impala Hotel.
📍 Drop-Off Points in Nairobi
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Main Drop-Off: Parkside Hotel, Monrovia Street, Nairobi city center.
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Alternative Drop-Offs:
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Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA)
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Central Nairobi hotels such as Silver Springs, Hilton, or Serena, within 3 km of Parkside Hotel.
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Note: Afternoon shuttle arrivals at JKIA are typically around 7:00 PM. Passengers should state their preferred drop-off point when booking.
💰 Booking & Fares
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Ticket Price: Approximately US $30 one-way.
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How to Book:
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Online via the Ngurdoto Shuttles website
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Directly through the office: +254 710 354 845
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Travel Requirements:
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Visa assistance available at Namanga border.
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Ensure you have correct travel documentation.
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Arrive 15 minutes before boarding.
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✨ Why Choose Ngurdoto Shuttle?
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🕒 Twice-daily departures for flexible travel planning
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💺 Comfortable, air-conditioned coaches with reclining seats
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🧳 Convenient hotel pick-ups and drop-offs
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✅ Trusted service for cross-border travel between Kenya and Tanzania
