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Dar es Salaam to Tanga

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338 km.
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Three ways to Travel from Dar Es Salaam to Tanga

Composite routes from Dar Es Salaam to Tanga

Cheapest
4 h 51 min
Car
338 km.
from $18
Other
4 h 51 min
Rideshare
338 km.
from $12.86
3 h 6 min
Ferry, Plane
195 km.
from $304.65

Transport providers

Airlines

FlexFlight ApS

Website:
flexflight.dk/
Plane from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport to Tanga
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$318.46

Auric Air Services Limited

Website:
auricair.com/
Plane from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Tanga
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$280.25
Plane from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport to Tanga
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$700.62

Charterlines, Inc.

Website:
charterlines.com/
Plane from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport to Tanga
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$267.51

Other operators

Zan Fast Ferries

Phone:
+255 678 644 773
Email:
Website:
zanfastferries.co.tz/
Other from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.74–$152.86

Bus operators

Tahmeed Coach Ltd

Phone:
0724 581902
Website:
tahmeedexpress.com/
Bus from Dar es Salaam to Tanga
Ave. Duration:
5h 32m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$9.55–$33.12

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Dar es Salaam to Tanga is to bus which costs $8.15 - $28.26 and takes 5h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dar es Salaam to Tanga is to fly which takes 1h 3m and costs $195.65 - $293.48 .

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dar es Salaam and arriving at Tanga. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Dar es Salaam to Tanga?

The distance between Dar es Salaam and Tanga is 216 km. The road distance is 338.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Dar es Salaam to Tanga without a car is to bus which takes 5h 32m and costs $8.15 - $28.26 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 3m to get from Dar es Salaam to Tanga, including transfers.

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

Dar es Salaam to Tanga bus services, operated by Tahmeed Coach Ltd, depart from Dar es Salaam station.

Bus or fly from Dar es Salaam to Tanga?

The best way to get from Dar es Salaam to Tanga is to fly which takes 1h 3m and costs $195.65 - $293.48 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8.15 - $28.26 and takes 5h 32m.

Where does the Dar es Salaam to Tanga bus arrive?

Dar es Salaam to Tanga bus services, operated by Tahmeed Coach Ltd, arrive at Tanga station.

Can I drive from Dar es Salaam to Tanga?

Yes, the driving distance between Dar es Salaam to Tanga is 338 km. It takes approximately 4h 51m to drive from Dar es Salaam to Tanga.

Where can I stay near Tanga?

There are 14+ hotels available in Tanga. Prices start at $21.46 per night.
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