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

The cheapest way to get from Dar es Salaam to Bujumbura is to train and bus which costs $75 - $85 and takes 2 days 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Dar es Salaam to Bujumbura is to fly which takes 2h 52m and costs $300 - $550.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Dar es Salaam to Bujumbura. However, there are services departing from Gerezani and arriving at Bujumbura via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, Namirembe Park and Kampala. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43h 15m.

How far is it from Dar es Salaam to Bujumbura?

The distance between Dar es Salaam and Bujumbura is 1184 km. The road distance is 1457.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Dar es Salaam to Bujumbura without a car is to bus via Kampala which takes 43h 15m and costs $80 - $81.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Dar es Salaam to Bujumbura, including transfers.

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

Dar es Salaam to Bujumbura bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, depart from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal station.

Bus or fly from Dar es Salaam to Bujumbura?

The best way to get from Dar es Salaam to Bujumbura is to fly which takes 2h 52m and costs $300 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus via Kampala, which costs $80 - $81 and takes 43h 15m.

Where does the Dar es Salaam to Bujumbura bus arrive?

Dar es Salaam to Bujumbura bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, arrive at Kampala station.

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

Bujumbura is 1h behind Dar es Salaam. It is currently 5:39 PM in Dar es Salaam and 4:39 PM in Bujumbura.

Can I drive from Dar es Salaam to Bujumbura?

Yes, the driving distance between Dar es Salaam to Bujumbura is 1458 km. It takes approximately 22h 54m to drive from Dar es Salaam to Bujumbura.

Where can I stay near Bujumbura?

There are 32+ hotels available in Bujumbura.

Dar es Salaam to Bujumbura - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Dar es Salaam to Bujumbura by plane, bus, car, or train

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Bujumbura (BJM)plane DAR - BJM
2h 52m
$304–519
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dar es Salaam to Arushatrain
2. Take the bus from Arusha to Nairobibus
3. Take the bus from Nairobi to Bujumburabus
2d 6h
$75–85
Bus via Kampala
1. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Kampalabus
2. Take the bus from Kampala to Bujumburabus
43h 15m
$80
Drive 1,457.9 km
1. Drive from Dar es Salaam to Bujumburacar 1,457.9 km
22h 54m
$208–300
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Bujumburabus
47h 11m
$80–102
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Bujumburabus
2d 1h
$103–105

Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Bujumbura (BJM) flights

8Weekly Planes

3h 58mAverage Duration

$210Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,183.9 km
Duration: 2h 52m

What companies run services between Dar es Salaam, Tanzania and Bujumbura, Burundi?

Air Tanzania and Kenya Airways fly from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Bujumbura (BJM) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gerezani to Bujumbura via Ubungo, Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, Kampala, Namirembe Park, Jaguar Bus Terminal, and Kampala in around 43h 15m.

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