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

The cheapest way to get from Dar es Salaam to Watamu is to bus via Dar es Salaam which costs $60 - $80 and takes 12h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dar es Salaam to Watamu is to fly and bus which takes 4h 5m and costs $350 - $450.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Dar es Salaam to Watamu. However, there are services departing from Dar es Salaam and arriving at Malindi via Mombasa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 6m.

How far is it from Dar es Salaam to Watamu?

The distance between Dar es Salaam and Watamu is 448 km. The road distance is 628.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Dar es Salaam to Watamu without a car is to bus which takes 12h 6m and costs $70 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Dar es Salaam to Watamu, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Dar es Salaam to Watamu?

The best way to get from Dar es Salaam to Watamu is to fly which takes 4h 17m and costs $240 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70 - $90 and takes 12h 6m.

Where does the Dar es Salaam to Watamu bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dar es Salaam to Watamu?

Yes, the driving distance between Dar es Salaam to Watamu is 628 km. It takes approximately 9h 9m to drive from Dar es Salaam to Watamu.

Where can I stay near Watamu?

There are 628+ hotels available in Watamu.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Dar es Salaam to Watamu 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
4h 17m
$247–709
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 34m
$64–80
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Mombasabus
2. Take the bus from Mombasa to Malindibus
12h 6m
$70–88
Drive 628.2 km
1. Drive from Dar es Salaam to Watamucar 628.2 km
9h 9m
$78–113
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
4h 5m
$351–448

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

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4h 13mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Dar es Salaam to Watamu.

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Distance: 447.9 km
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Dar es Salaam, Tanzania and Watamu, 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 Watamu via Mombasa and Malindi in around 12h 6m.

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