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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kigoma to Dar Es Salaam

Composite routes from Kigoma to Dar Es Salaam

Cheapest
24 h 18 min
Car
1250 km.
from $68
Fastest
1 h 55 min
Plane
Other
7 h 9 min
Bus, Plane
1087 km.
from $360.82

Transport providers

Airlines

Air Tanzania

Website:
airtanzania.co.tz/
Plane from Kigoma to Julius
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$191.08–$700.62
Plane from Kigoma to Abeid
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.86–$369.42

Other operators

Zan Fast Ferries

Phone:
+255 678 644 773
Email:
Website:
zanfastferries.co.tz/
Other from Zanzibar to Dar
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.74–$165.60

Train operators

Tanzania Railways Corporation

Phone:
+255 800 11 0042
Email:
Website:
trc.co.tz
Train from Kigoma to Dar
Ave. Duration:
2d 3h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$15.89–$28.76

Bus operators

Saratoga

Website:
saratoga.co.tz/
Bus from Kigoma to Dar
Ave. Duration:
20h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$26.47

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kigoma to Dar es Salaam is to train which costs $13.04 - $25 and takes 2 days 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Kigoma to Dar es Salaam is to fly which takes 2h 29m and costs $130.43 - $652.17 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from Kigoma to Dar es Salaam. However, there are services departing from Kigoma and arriving at Msimbazi Police via Ubungo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Kigoma and Dar es Salaam?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kigoma and arriving at Dar es Salaam. Services depart twice a week, and operate Thursday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2 days 3h.

How far is it from Kigoma to Dar es Salaam?

The distance between Kigoma and Dar es Salaam is 1095 km. The road distance is 1613.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kigoma to Dar es Salaam without a car is to bus which takes 20h 13m and costs $22.61 - $22.93 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Kigoma to Dar es Salaam, including transfers.

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

Kigoma to Dar es Salaam bus services, operated by Saratoga, depart from Kigoma station.

Where do I catch the Kigoma to Dar es Salaam train from?

Kigoma to Dar es Salaam train services, operated by Tanzania Railways Corporation, depart from Kigoma station.

Train, bus or fly from Kigoma to Dar es Salaam?

The best way to get from Kigoma to Dar es Salaam is to fly which takes 2h 29m and costs $130.43 - $652.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $22.61 - $22.93 and takes 20h 13m, you could also train, which costs $13.04 - $25 and takes 2 days 3h.

Where does the Kigoma to Dar es Salaam bus arrive?

Kigoma to Dar es Salaam bus services, operated by Saratoga, arrive at Dar es Salaam station.

Where does the Kigoma to Dar es Salaam train arrive?

Kigoma to Dar es Salaam train services, operated by Tanzania Railways Corporation, arrive at Dar es Salaam station.

Can I drive from Kigoma to Dar es Salaam?

Yes, the driving distance between Kigoma to Dar es Salaam is 1614 km. It takes approximately 24h 16m to drive from Kigoma to Dar es Salaam.

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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