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

The cheapest way to get from Dar es Salaam to Malindi is to bus via Dar es Salaam which costs $19 - $25 and takes 12h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dar es Salaam to Malindi is to fly and bus which takes 3h 42m and costs $300 - $400.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Dar es Salaam to Malindi. However, there are services departing from Dar es Salaam and arriving at Malindi via Mombasa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 44m.

How far is it from Dar es Salaam to Malindi?

The distance between Dar es Salaam and Malindi is 428 km. The road distance is 637.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Dar es Salaam to Malindi without a car is to bus which takes 11h 44m and costs $25 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Dar es Salaam to Malindi, including transfers.

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

Dar es Salaam to Malindi bus services, operated by Tawakal Coach, depart from Dar es Salaam station.

Bus or fly from Dar es Salaam to Malindi?

The best way to get from Dar es Salaam to Malindi is to fly which takes 3h 56m and costs $200 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $25 - $35 and takes 11h 44m.

Where does the Dar es Salaam to Malindi bus arrive?

Dar es Salaam to Malindi bus services, operated by Tawakal Coach, arrive at Mombasa station.

Can I drive from Dar es Salaam to Malindi?

Yes, the driving distance between Dar es Salaam to Malindi is 637 km. It takes approximately 9h 13m to drive from Dar es Salaam to Malindi.

Where can I stay near Malindi?

There are 633+ hotels available in Malindi.

Dar es Salaam to Malindi - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Dar es Salaam to Malindi by plane, bus, or car

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Fly to Malindi
best
1. Fly from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Malindi (MYD)plane DAR - MYD
3h 56m
$207–659
Bus via Dar es Salaam
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Mombasabus
2. Take the bus from Mombasa to Malindibus
12h 11m
$19–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Mombasabus
2. Take the bus from Mombasa to Malindibus
11h 44m
$25–33
Drive 637.5 km
1. Drive from Dar es Salaam to Malindicar 637.5 km
9h 13m
$80–115
Fly to Mombasa, bus
1. Fly from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Mombasa (MBA)plane DAR - MBA
2. Take the bus from Mombasa to Malindibus
3h 42m
$306–393

Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Malindi (MYD) flights

20Weekly Planes

4h 13mAverage Duration

$206Cheapest Price

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Distance: 428.2 km
Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Dar es Salaam, Tanzania and Malindi, Kenya?

Kenya Airways, Jambojet Limited, and Air Tanzania fly from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Malindi (MYD) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dar es Salaam to Malindi via Mombasa in around 11h 44m.

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