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How to Travel from

Dar es Salaam to Thika

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Transport providers

Airlines

World Ticket

Website:
worldticket.com/
Plane from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$36.94–$394.90

FlexFlight ApS

Website:
flexflight.dk/
Plane from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$140.12–$292.99

Kenya Airways

Website:
kenya-airways.com/
Plane from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$700.62

Air Tanzania

Website:
airtanzania.co.tz/
Plane from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$382.16

Skyward Express

Website:
skywardexpress.co.ke/
Plane from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$70.06–$394.90

Nairobi Matatu

Website:
digitalmatatus.com
Bus from Town Terminal to Ngoingwa
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.96–$1.40
Bus from Town Terminal to Tuskys
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.02–$1.53

Bus operators

Kidia One Express

Phone:
0729 553637
Website:
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Bus from Dar es Salaam to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$29.30–$40.76
Bus from Arusha to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
4h 24m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.92–$10.19

Zambia Airways

Plane from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$127.39–$318.46

Tahmeed Coach Ltd

Phone:
0724 581902
Website:
tahmeedexpress.com/
Bus from Dar es Salaam to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
16h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$24.20–$44.81

Dar Express Co. Ltd

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

Train operators

Kenya Railways

Phone:
0709 907 555
Website:
krc.co.ke
Train from Nairobi to Thika
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$1.63–$4.87

Tanzania Railways Corporation

Phone:
+255 800 11 0042
Website:
trc.co.tz
Train from Dar es Salaam to Arusha
Ave. Duration:
18h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$8.25–$19.59

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Dar es Salaam to Thika is to train and bus which costs $15.22 - $30.43 and takes 27h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dar es Salaam to Thika is to fly and bus which takes 3h 48m and costs $130.43 - $250 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from Dar es Salaam to Thika. However, there are services departing from Gerezani and arriving at Ngoingwa via Dar es Salaam and Town Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 3m.

How far is it from Dar es Salaam to Thika?

The distance between Dar es Salaam and Thika is 746 km. The road distance is 862.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Dar es Salaam to Thika without a car is to bus via Urafiki which takes 17h 3m and costs $25 - $36.96 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Dar es Salaam to Thika, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Dar es Salaam to Thika?

The best way to get from Dar es Salaam to Thika is to bus via Urafiki which takes 17h 3m and costs $25 - $36.96 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $86.96 - $282.61 and takes 7h 7m.

Where does the Dar es Salaam to Thika bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dar es Salaam to Thika?

Yes, the driving distance between Dar es Salaam to Thika is 862 km. It takes approximately 13h 21m to drive from Dar es Salaam to Thika.

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

Skyward Express, Air Tanzania, FlexFlight ApS and two other airlines offer flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport Airport to Nairobi Wilson Airport Airport.

Where can I stay near Thika?

There are 253+ hotels available in Thika. Prices start at $19.27 per night.
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