Cities Near Arua
Cities near Arua, UG: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Gulu, Bunia, Juba. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Arua, UG is Gulu, about 97 mi (157 km) away — roughly 2 hr 16 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gulu | 97 mi / 157 km | 2 hr 16 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Bunia | 111 mi / 178 km | 2 hr 34 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Juba | 135 mi / 217 km | 3 hr 8 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Kitgum | 137 mi / 221 km | 3 hr 12 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Lira | 147 mi / 237 km | 3 hr 25 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Beni | 201 mi / 323 km | 4 hr 23 min | 52 min | Short break |
| Kasese | 204 mi / 329 km | 4 hr 27 min | 53 min | Short break |
| Soroti | 207 mi / 333 km | 4 hr 31 min | 53 min | Short break |
| Kampala | 220 mi / 353 km | 4 hr 47 min | 54 min | Short break |
| Mukono | 224 mi / 360 km | 4 hr 53 min | 55 min | Short break |
Day trips from Arua
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Gulu. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Arua
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Bunia, Juba, Kitgum, Lira. Worth an overnight or a full weekend.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Arua include Gulu, Bunia, Juba, Kitgum, Lira. The closest is Gulu, about 97 miles (157 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.