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Dar es Salaam to Kigali City

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Seven ways to Travel from Dar Es Salaam to Kigali City

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Cheapest
By car (1 484 km)
22 h 49 min
1484 km.
from $81
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Other
Rideshare
22 h 49 min
1484 km.
from $19.36
Train, Bus
41 h 33 min
1143 km.
from $57.68
Bus
32 h 40 min
1144 km.
from $66.39
Bus via Kigali
39 h 3 min
1144 km.
from $5.43
Bus via Nyabugogo Bus Park
39 h 11 min
1144 km.
from $77.48

Transport providers

Airlines

Rwandair Express

Website:
rwandair.com/
Plane from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$292.99–$1,528.63

Kenya Airways

Website:
kenya-airways.com/
Plane from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$165.60–$700.62

Bus operators

Kidia One Express

Phone:
0729 553637
Email:
Website:
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Bus from Dar es Salaam to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.02–$39.49
Bus from Arusha to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
4h 24m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.28–$10.19

Modern Coast

Phone:
+254 709 897 000
Email:
Website:
modern.co.ke/
Bus from Nairobi to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
16h 16m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.15–$57.32

Tahmeed Coach Ltd

Phone:
0724 581902
Website:
tahmeedexpress.com/
Bus from Dar es Salaam to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
16h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$22.93–$43.15

Trinity Express

Website:
trinityexpress.rw/
Bus from Duruma Rd to Nyabugogo
Ave. Duration:
21h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$56.09

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

Simba Coach

Phone:
0707 471111
Bus from Nairobi to Kigali
Ave. Duration:
21h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$56.09

Train operators

Tanzania Railways Corporation

Phone:
+255 800 11 0042
Email:
Website:
trc.co.tz
Train from Dar es Salaam to Arusha
Ave. Duration:
18h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$7.95–$18.87

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Dar es Salaam to Kigali City is to train and bus which costs $18.48 - $81.52 and takes 41h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dar es Salaam to Kigali City is to fly which takes 2h 59m and costs $141.30 - $434.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Dar es Salaam and Kigali City?

No, there is no direct bus from Dar es Salaam to Kigali City. However, there are services departing from Gerezani and arriving at Kigali via Dar es Salaam and Nairobi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 40m.

How far is it from Dar es Salaam to Kigali City?

The distance between Dar es Salaam and Kigali City is 1165 km. The road distance is 1475.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Dar es Salaam to Kigali City without a car is to bus which takes 32h 40m and costs $25 - $86.96 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Dar es Salaam to Kigali City, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Dar es Salaam to Kigali City?

The best way to get from Dar es Salaam to Kigali City is to fly which takes 2h 59m and costs $141.30 - $434.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $25 - $86.96 and takes 32h 40m.

Where does the Dar es Salaam to Kigali City bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dar es Salaam to Kigali City?

Yes, the driving distance between Dar es Salaam to Kigali City is 1476 km. It takes approximately 22h 29m to drive from Dar es Salaam to Kigali City.

Where can I stay near Kigali City?

There are 839+ hotels available in Kigali City. Prices start at $57.13 per night.
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