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How to Travel from

Kampala to Dar es Salaam

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

Kenya Airways

Website:
kenya-airways.com/
Plane from Entebbe to Julius
Ave. Duration:
3h 57m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$216.56–$828.01
Plane from Entebbe to Abeid
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$420.37–$700.62

Uganda Airlines

Website:
ugandairlines.com/
Plane from Entebbe to Julius
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$280.25–$484.07
Plane from Entebbe to Abeid
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Wednesday and Friday
Estimated price:
$331.20–$573.24

Other operators

Zan Fast Ferries

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

Bus operators

Kidia One Express

Phone:
0729 553637
Website:
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Bus from Nairobi to Dar
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$29.30–$40.76

Modern Coast

Phone:
+254 709 897 000
Website:
modern.co.ke/
Bus from Kampala to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
11h 18m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$0.70–$52.27

Tahmeed Coach Ltd

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

Buscar E.A Limited

Phone:
0790 700700
Website:
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Bus from Kampala to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
13h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$26.75–$44.81
Bus from Kampala to Busia
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.04
Bus from Busia to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
9h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.83–$40.66

MASH

Phone:
+254 730 889 000
Website:
mashpoa.co/
Bus from Kampala to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
15h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$19.11–$34.39

Dar Express Co. Ltd

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

14-Seater Paratransit Taxi

Website:
transportforcairo.com/
Bus from Gapco - Post Office to Entebbe
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kampala to Dar es Salaam is to bus via Kampala which costs $20.65 - $76.09 and takes 29h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kampala to Dar es Salaam is to drive which takes 22h 6m and costs $217.39 - $315.22 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from Kampala to Dar es Salaam. However, there are services departing from Kampala and arriving at Msimbazi Police via Nairobi and Urafiki. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 26m.

How far is it from Kampala to Dar es Salaam?

The distance between Kampala and Dar es Salaam is 1124 km. The road distance is 1481.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kampala to Dar es Salaam without a car is to bus which takes 28h 26m and costs $25 - $81.52 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Kampala to Dar es Salaam, including transfers.

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

Kampala to Dar es Salaam bus services, operated by Buscar E.A Limited, depart from Kampala station.

Where does the Kampala to Dar es Salaam bus arrive?

Kampala to Dar es Salaam bus services, operated by Buscar E.A Limited, arrive at Nairobi station.

Can I drive from Kampala to Dar es Salaam?

Yes, the driving distance between Kampala to Dar es Salaam is 1481 km. It takes approximately 22h 6m to drive from Kampala to Dar es Salaam.

Where can I stay near Dar es Salaam?

There are 713+ hotels available in Dar es Salaam. Prices start at $53.05 per night.
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