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How to Travel from

Nairobi to Dar es Salaam

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

World Ticket

Website:
worldticket.com/
Plane from Nairobi to Julius
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$39.38–$431.92

FlexFlight ApS

Website:
flexflight.dk/
Plane from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Julius
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Wednesday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$139.74–$317.59
Plane from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Abeid
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$190.56–$292.18

Rwandair Express

Website:
rwandair.com/
Plane from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Julius
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$177.85–$508.15

Kenya Airways

Website:
kenya-airways.com/
Plane from Nairobi to Julius
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.44–$698.70

Air Tanzania

Website:
airtanzania.co.tz/
Plane from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Julius
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$177.85–$393.81
Plane from Nairobi to Julius
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.44–$381.11

Safarilink

Website:
flysafarilink.com/
Plane from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Abeid
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$190.56–$292.18

Precision Air

Website:
precisionairtz.com/
Plane from Nairobi to Julius
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.44–$698.70

Skyward Express

Website:
skywardexpress.co.ke/
Plane from Nairobi to Julius
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$39.38–$431.92

Other operators

Zan Fast Ferries

Phone:
+255 678 644 773
Website:
zanfastferries.co.tz/
Other from Zanzibar to Dar
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.70–$165.15

Bus operators

Kidia One Express

Phone:
0729 553637
Website:
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Bus from Nairobi to Dar
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$29.22–$40.65
Bus from Nairobi to Moshi
Ave. Duration:
5h 46m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$11.43–$13.97

Zambia Airways

Plane from Nairobi to Julius
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$127.04–$343.00

Tahmeed Coach Ltd

Phone:
0724 581902
Website:
tahmeedexpress.com/
Bus from Nairobi to Dar
Ave. Duration:
16h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$24.14–$44.69

Dar Express Co. Ltd

Phone:
+255 (22) 2860230
Website:
dar-express.com/
Bus from Nairobi to Dar
Ave. Duration:
15h
Frequency:
Once daily

Train operators

Tanzania Railways Corporation

Phone:
+255 800 11 0042
Website:
trc.co.tz
Train from Moshi to Dar
Ave. Duration:
8h 40m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$7.15–$19.54

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam?

The cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam is to bus and train which costs $15.22 - $29.35 and takes 15h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam?

The fastest way to get from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam is to fly which takes 3h 20m and costs $130.43 - $304.35 .

Is there a direct bus between Nairobi and Dar es Salaam?

No, there is no direct bus from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam. However, there are services departing from Nairobi and arriving at Msimbazi Police via Urafiki. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 19m.

How far is it from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam?

The distance between Nairobi and Dar es Salaam is 688 km. The road distance is 823.4 km.

How do I travel from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam without a car?

The best way to get from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam without a car is to bus via Urafiki which takes 14h 19m and costs $25 - $34.78 .

How long does it take to get from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam?

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nairobi to Dar es Salaam bus from?

Nairobi to Dar es Salaam bus services, operated by Kidia One Express, depart from Nairobi station.

Bus or fly from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam?

The best way to get from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam is to fly which takes 3h 20m and costs $130.43 - $304.35 . Alternatively, you can bus via Urafiki, which costs $25 - $34.78 and takes 14h 19m.

Where does the Nairobi to Dar es Salaam bus arrive?

Nairobi to Dar es Salaam bus services, operated by Kidia One Express, arrive at Dar es Salaam station.

Can I drive from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi to Dar es Salaam is 823 km. It takes approximately 12h 47m to drive from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam.

Which airlines fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport Airport?

Rwandair Express, AirKenya Express, Air Tanzania and FlexFlight ApS offer flights from Nairobi Wilson Airport Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport Airport.

Where can I stay near Dar es Salaam?

There are 711+ hotels available in Dar es Salaam. Prices start at $53.05 per night.
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