What is the cheapest way to get from Bukoba to Tanga?

The cheapest way to get from Bukoba to Tanga is to bus via Kibamba which costs $60 - $70 and takes 27h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bukoba to Tanga?

The fastest way to get from Bukoba to Tanga is to fly and bus which takes 9h 39m and costs $190 - $280.

Is there a direct bus between Bukoba and Tanga?

No, there is no direct bus from Bukoba to Tanga. However, there are services departing from Bukoba Bus Terminal and arriving at Tanga via Kimara and Dar es Salaam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 36m.

How far is it from Bukoba to Tanga?

The distance between Bukoba and Tanga is 1748 km. The road distance is 1290.7 km.

How do I travel from Bukoba to Tanga without a car?

The best way to get from Bukoba to Tanga without a car is to bus via Kibamba which takes 27h 36m and costs $60 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Bukoba to Tanga?

It takes approximately 27h 36m to get from Bukoba to Tanga, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bukoba to Tanga bus from?

Bukoba to Tanga bus services, operated by City Boy Express, depart from Bukoba Bus Terminal station.

Bus or fly from Bukoba to Tanga?

The best way to get from Bukoba to Tanga is to bus via Kibamba which takes 27h 36m and costs $60 - $70. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $300 - $850 and takes 21h 28m.

Where does the Bukoba to Tanga bus arrive?

Bukoba to Tanga bus services, operated by City Boy Express, arrive at Magufuli Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Bukoba to Tanga?

Yes, the driving distance between Bukoba to Tanga is 1291 km. It takes approximately 25h 55m to drive from Bukoba to Tanga.

Where can I stay near Tanga?

There are 20+ hotels available in Tanga.

Bukoba to Tanga - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Bukoba to Tanga by bus, car, plane, or train

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Bus via Kibamba
best
1. Take the bus from Bukoba Bus Terminal to Magufuli Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Tangabus
27h 36m
$61–67
Drive 1,290.7 km
1. Drive from Bukoba to Tangacar 1,290.7 km
25h 55m
$161–232
Fly to Tanga Airport
1. Fly from Bukoba (BKZ) to Tanga Airport (TGT)plane BKZ - TGT
21h 28m
$308–847
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bukoba to Dodomabus
2. Take the train from Dodoma Passenger Stn to Magufuli SGR Stntrain
3. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Tangabus
27h 53m
$74–91
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bukoba to Dar es Salaambus
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Tangabus
31h 4m
$72–88
Fly to Julius Nyerere International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Bukoba (BKZ) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)plane BKZ - DAR
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Tangabus
9h 39m
$192–276

Bukoba (BKZ) to Tanga Airport (TGT) flights

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21h 56mAverage Duration

$305Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,748.5 km
Duration: 27h 36m

What companies run services between Bukoba, Tanzania and Tanga, Tanzania?

You can take a bus from Bukoba Bus Terminal to Tanga via Magufuli Bus Terminal, Kimara, and Dar es Salaam in around 27h 36m. Alternatively, Air Tanzania and Auric Air Services Limited fly from Bukoba (BKZ) to Tanga Airport (TGT) twice daily.

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