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How to Travel from

Dar es Salaam to Blantyre

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Transport providers

Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines

Website:
ethiopianairlines.com/
Plane from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Chileka
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$242.03–$891.70

Bus operators

Captain Tours

Bus from Songwe to Karonga
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Bus from Songwe to Lilongwe
Ave. Duration:
10h
Frequency:
Once daily

Sososo Coaches

Phone:
+(265)994 193 745
Website:
sososocoaches.com
Bus from Karonga to Mzuzu
Ave. Duration:
2h 49m
Frequency:
Once daily

New Force Enterprices Ltd

Phone:
+255 754864829
Website:
newforcebus.co.tz/
Bus from Magufuli Bus Terminal to Lubele
Ave. Duration:
16h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.90

Malawi Posts Corporation

Phone:
0994 168 044
Bus from Lilongwe to Blantyre
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Twice daily

Kwezy Buses

Phone:
0886 780 355
Website:
kwezybuses.com/
Bus from Mzuzu to Kamuzu
Ave. Duration:
10h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.90

Train operators

Tanzania Zambia Railway Authority

Website:
tazarasite.com
Train from Dar es salaam to Mbeya
Ave. Duration:
24h 20m
Frequency:
Twice a week

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Dar es Salaam to Blantyre is to drive which costs $304.35 - $445.65 and takes 26h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dar es Salaam to Blantyre is to fly which takes 2h 25m and costs $206.52 - $815.22 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from Dar es Salaam to Blantyre. However, there are services departing from Temeke Mwisho and arriving at Kamuzu Hwy via Magufuli Bus Terminal, Songwe, Karonga and Mzuzu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 38m.

How far is it from Dar es Salaam to Blantyre?

The distance between Dar es Salaam and Blantyre is 1110 km. The road distance is 1781.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Dar es Salaam to Blantyre without a car is to bus which takes 34h 38m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Dar es Salaam to Blantyre, including transfers.

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

Dar es Salaam to Blantyre bus services, operated by New Force Enterprices Ltd, depart from Magufuli Bus Terminal station.

Bus or fly from Dar es Salaam to Blantyre?

The best way to get from Dar es Salaam to Blantyre is to fly which takes 2h 25m and costs $206.52 - $815.22 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 34h 38m.

Where does the Dar es Salaam to Blantyre bus arrive?

Dar es Salaam to Blantyre bus services, operated by New Force Enterprices Ltd, arrive at Lubele Bus Stand station.

What is the time difference between Dar es Salaam and Blantyre?

Blantyre is 1h behind Dar es Salaam. It is currently 10:56 in Dar es Salaam and 09:56 in Blantyre.

Can I drive from Dar es Salaam to Blantyre?

Yes, the driving distance between Dar es Salaam to Blantyre is 1782 km. It takes approximately 26h 33m to drive from Dar es Salaam to Blantyre.

Where can I stay near Blantyre?

There are 36+ hotels available in Blantyre. Prices start at $32.14 per night.
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