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

The cheapest way to get from Dar es Salaam to Mbeya is to bus via Mbeya which costs $20 - $23 and takes 16h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dar es Salaam to Mbeya is to fly which takes 2h 9m and costs $160 - $280.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Dar es Salaam to Mbeya. However, there are services departing from Gerezani and arriving at Mbeya via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Dar es Salaam and Mbeya?

No, there is no direct train from Dar es Salaam to Mbeya. However, there are services departing from Dar es salaam and arriving at Mbeya via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 58m.

How far is it from Dar es Salaam to Mbeya?

The distance between Dar es Salaam and Mbeya is 684 km. The road distance is 824.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Dar es Salaam to Mbeya without a car is to bus which takes 13h 5m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Dar es Salaam to Mbeya, including transfers.

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

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

Where do I catch the Dar es Salaam to Mbeya train from?

Dar es Salaam to Mbeya train services, operated by Tanzania Zambia Railway Authority, depart from Dar es salaam station.

Train, bus or fly from Dar es Salaam to Mbeya?

The best way to get from Dar es Salaam to Mbeya is to fly which takes 2h 9m and costs $160 - $280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 13h 5m, you could also train, which costs $20 - $25 and takes 20h 58m.

Where does the Dar es Salaam to Mbeya bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dar es Salaam to Mbeya train arrive?

Dar es Salaam to Mbeya train services, operated by Tanzania Zambia Railway Authority, arrive at Mbeya station.

Can I drive from Dar es Salaam to Mbeya?

Yes, the driving distance between Dar es Salaam to Mbeya is 825 km. It takes approximately 13h 59m to drive from Dar es Salaam to Mbeya.

Where can I stay near Mbeya?

There are 19+ hotels available in Mbeya.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane DAR - MBI
2h 9m
$167–279
Bus via Mbeya
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Mbeyabus
16h 12m
$20–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Mbeyabus
13h 5m
Train
1. Take the train from Dar es salaam to Mbeyatrain
20h 58m
$21–24
Drive 824.7 km
1. Drive from Dar es Salaam to Mbeyacar 824.7 km
13h 59m
$103–148

Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Mbeya Airport (MBI) flights

14Weekly Planes

1h 15mAverage Duration

$159Cheapest Price

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Distance: 684.5 km
Duration: 2h 9m

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

Air Tanzania flies from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Mbeya Airport (MBI) twice daily. Alternatively, SR Classic Coach operates a bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Mbeya once daily, and the journey takes 11h 53m.

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