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

The cheapest way to get from Addis Ababa to Dar es Salaam is to bus and train which costs $70 - $100 and takes 38h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Addis Ababa to Dar es Salaam is to fly which takes 5h 34m and costs $400 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Addis Ababa and Dar es Salaam?

No, there is no direct bus from Addis Ababa to Dar es Salaam. However, there are services departing from Addis Ababa and arriving at Msimbazi Police via Eastleigh Terminal, Nairobi and Ubungo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 37m.

How far is it from Addis Ababa to Dar es Salaam?

The distance between Addis Ababa and Dar es Salaam is 1781 km. The road distance is 2215.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Addis Ababa to Dar es Salaam without a car is to bus via Nairobi which takes 36h 37m and costs $60 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Addis Ababa to Dar es Salaam, including transfers.

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

Addis Ababa to Dar es Salaam bus services, operated by Abyssinia Luxury, depart from Addis Ababa station.

Bus or fly from Addis Ababa to Dar es Salaam?

The best way to get from Addis Ababa to Dar es Salaam is to fly which takes 5h 34m and costs $400 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus via Nairobi, which costs $60 - $110 and takes 36h 37m.

Where does the Addis Ababa to Dar es Salaam bus arrive?

Addis Ababa to Dar es Salaam bus services, operated by Abyssinia Luxury, arrive at Nairobi station.

Can I drive from Addis Ababa to Dar es Salaam?

Yes, the driving distance between Addis Ababa to Dar es Salaam is 2215 km. It takes approximately 33h 52m to drive from Addis Ababa to Dar es Salaam.

Where can I stay near Dar es Salaam?

There are 801+ hotels available in Dar es Salaam.

Addis Ababa to Dar es Salaam - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Addis Ababa to Dar es Salaam by plane, bus, car, or train

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)plane ADD - DAR
5h 34m
$405–569
Bus via Nairobi
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Addis Ababa to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
36h 37m
$61–110
Drive 2,215.3 km
1. Drive from Addis Ababa to Dar es Salaamcar 2,215.3 km
33h 52m
$276–398
Bus
1. Take the bus from Addis Ababa to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
37h 5m
$104–121
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Addis Ababa to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Dar es Salaambus
37h 44m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Addis Ababa to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Moshibus
3. Take the train from Moshi to Dar es Salaamtrain
38h 48m
$72–98
Bus #3
1. Take the bus from Addis Ababa to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Dar es Salaambus
42h 25m
$100–117

Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) flights

21Weekly Planes

2h 48mAverage Duration

$399Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,781.2 km
Duration: 5h 34m

What companies run services between Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and Dar es Salaam, Tanzania?

Ethiopian Airlines flies from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Addis Ababa to Msimbazi Police via Nairobi, Eastleigh Terminal, Koja, Nairobi, Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, and Ubungo in around 36h 37m.

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